Missouri River Guided Walleye Fishing | SD

Buffalo Butte Ranch uses a experienced local guide on Lake Francis Case. Our guide fishes out Dock 44 near Platte, South Dakota (15 min from the lodge). Lake Francis Case, Lake Sharpe and Lake Lewis and Clark.

Lake Francis Case is home to many popular fishing species including walleye, northern pike, perch and bass. This long and expansive waterway meanders through approximately 100 miles of South Dakotas finest grassy prairie and grain fields.  Angler’s professional and amateur alike; choose Francis Case for South Dakota's trophy fishing and unparalleled frontier experience.

Rates & Inclusions

Rates: $500 per day per person (2-4 per boat)

All Inclusive: Your walleye fishing trip is all inclusive... 4 night 3 day stay in our main lodge and/or chalet, on-site transportation, all meals, dinner wines, all beverages, and daily maid service. Trap and target range will be available for your use.

Includes: Boat, Tackle and bait will be provided.  As well, a lunch will be provided while out fishing.

Limits: You can expect Lake Francis Case daily limits of walleyes in the slot (15 to 20 inches) and the chance at some of the trophy walleye that cruise and inhabit the waters.

Lodging & Accommodations

Lodging: You will be lodged at the Buffalo Butte main lodge or chalets depending on how many people in your group or your preference.

Additional: Walleye fishermen must provide their own transportation to the lodge and license.

Current SD State Walleye Record

SD State Record Walleye: The current South Dakota state record walleye of 16 lbs 02 oz. at Ft. Randall Tailwaters (Missouri River) on Nov 16, 2002.

Booking & Reservations

Combo Hunting/Fishing/Entertainment: Combine your fishing trip with pheasant hunting or prairie dog hunting.

Booking and Reservations: Call or email us today and get your walleye fishing trip reserved.

Resources & State Walleye Links:
» South Dakota Fishing Information
» Get Your South Dakota Fishing License
» South Dakota Fishing Reports