Fishing Lake Boehm in Hyde County, South Dakota

• Overview

  Lake Boehm belongs to Hyde County, South Dakota. What surrounds it is pine and birch. The water covers some 55 acres, so pick a bank rather than trying to cover it all. With about 1.4 miles of edge, you can try several depths in one session. Of the waters listed here in Hyde County, this is the largest. Nearest place of any size is Fort Thompson, 12 miles away. Miller lies 28 miles off, Chamberlain another 30 miles. It sits well inside the county, so one set of rules covers it.

• Where to Fish on Lake Boehm

  Nothing we hold settles how deep this runs. The old creek line under the surface is the feature worth finding. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. Records held for Hyde County cover common carp and largemouth bass. The county list is broader than any single water. Anyone new to Lake Boehm should walk it once before setting up.

• Seasonal Patterns

  The warmest month averages 74°F, the coldest about 14°F. A hard winter is normal, and the thaw brings a strong few weeks. Hard water holds through the cold months, breaking up near early April. On the long-run averages the water opens up around early April and starts locking again about late November. Spring is short and heavy here; autumn is longer and steadier. Keep it in mind when planning a trip to Lake Boehm.

• Tackle & Baits

  The rules here are undocumented as far as public sources go. Mapping records no facilities at all near this water. Bass water: a Texas-rigged worm near cover, a spinnerbait when you need to cover ground. Parking space is the usual limit rather than the bank itself. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. The nearest alternative is Lake Ambrose, 2.2 miles out. Rules at Lake Boehm are worth checking on the day.