Fishing At Lake Kampeska

AKA: Kampeska Reservoir

What to fish for...

Fishing for smallmouth bass, channel catfish, black crappie, white crappie, walleye, white bass and yellow perch at Lake Kampeska in South Dakota.

Vacationers enjoy water skiing, camping, boating and fishing at Lake Kampeska, a 4,800-acre lake in the east-central part of the state, at Watertown. But year, year out it's the fishing that draws the most participants. Favorite targets here are smallmouth bass and walleye , but the lake holds healthy populations of perch, white bass, crappie and catfish. There are five boat launch ramps located on all sides of the lake which has over thirteen miles of shoreline. Bank fishing enthusiasts can find plenty of spots around the boat access areas, parks and campgrounds.

Primary fish species residing in Lake Kampeska

Click images for fishing tips and details about each species.

Lake Kampeska Amenities

Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: YES
RV Hookups: YES
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES

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Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings

Jackson Park Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off S Lake Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Lynwood State Public Access Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, west side, off Lynwood Drive, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

North Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the north side of the lake, off N Lake Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.

South Lake Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, on the south side of the lake, off S Lake Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

Watertown Veterans Memorial Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, east side, off S Lake Drive, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and paved parking.

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