Fishing Report
Newell Lake Fishing Report
Newell, SD
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Modeled from live National Weather Service data as of Sep 15, 2026 at 1:10 AM MDT, plus solunar and sun/moon times computed in-house. This is a computed report, not an eyewitness catch report.
44.840796, -103.393382
Est. water temp
65.3°F
v1 estimate from air temperature — not a sensor reading
Notes from anglers
Imported from GNIS. Nearest town: Newell (Butte County, SD).
Today’s bite
Bluegill fishing report
Best window today: 3 PM (Excellent · 85/100)
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How to catch them at Newell Lake
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 6-18 ft
Bluegill fishing report →Largemouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 5-15 ft
Largemouth Bass fishing report →Northern Pike feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 27% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 8-18 ft
Northern Pike fishing report →Smallmouth Bass feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 21% above the daily average across all four light windows.
Typical Fall depth: 20-40 ft
Smallmouth Bass fishing report →
Location
Newell Lake · 44.8408, -103.3934
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FAQ
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What fish are in Newell Lake?
State surveys have confirmed Bluegill, Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Smallmouth Bass in Newell Lake.
When's the best time to fish Newell Lake?
Bluegill feed most actively at Dawn and Dusk, when activity runs about 33% above the daily average across all four light windows. Check today's bite forecast for Newell Lake to see the best window for current conditions.
Where is Newell Lake?
Newell Lake is near Newell, SD, at 44.8408, -103.3934.
Plan your trip to Newell Lake
Get the hour-by-hour bite forecast and the best times to fish Newell Lake, scored against live National Weather Service weather for this exact spot — showing what every input contributed and how well the evidence supports it.