Cheyenne River
Cheyenne River
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The Cheyenne River is a significant waterway that flows through Wyoming and South Dakota, serving as a tributary to the Missouri River. This expansive river system offers diverse fishing opportunities as it winds through varied landscapes from its headwaters in Wyoming to its confluence with the Missouri River in South Dakota. The river features a mix of habitats including deep pools, riffles, and runs, making it attractive to both resident and migratory fish species. Its watershed encompasses a variety of terrain from grasslands to more rugged areas, providing anglers with scenic beauty and relatively uncrowded fishing experiences throughout most of the year.
Species & education
Learn what type of fish are at Cheyenne River and what's needed to catch them.
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Largemouth Bass
Micropterus salmoides
Smallmouth Bass
Micropterus dolomieu
Northern Pike
Esox lucius
Walleye
Sander vitreus
Black Bullhead
Ameiurus melas
Channel Catfish
Ictalurus punctatus
Common Carp
Cyprinus carpio
Freshwater Drum
Aplodinotus grunniens
Green Sunfish
Lepomis cyanellus
Orangespotted Sunfish
Lepomis humilis
Pumpkinseed
Lepomis gibbosus
Quillback Carpsucker
Carpiodes cyprinus
River Carpsucker
Carpiodes carpio
Sauger
Sander canadensis
Shorthead Redhorse Sucker
Moxostoma macrolepidotum
White Sucker
Catostomus commersonii
Yellow Perch
Perca flavescens
Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities
Learn how to get on Cheyenne River. Uncover great fishing access points, boat ramps, and all the facilities you need for an unforgettable day on the water. Some locations shown may border or include private property. Always check property boundaries and applicable regulations before visiting. onWater's Public & Private Land layer can help you plan your access with confidence.
Know where you can legally fish on Cheyenne River
See public and private land boundaries along the water, turn on private parcels with owner details to know where permission is required, and find land-trust parcels that offer permitted fishing access.
South Dakota licenses and regulations
South Dakota Boating Regulations
When using any type of watercraft to access a body of water, it is important to follow all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. These rules and regulations include boat permitting and licensing, invasive species inspections and stamps, life jacket and PFD rules, motor size and horsepower restrictions, noise limitations, restrictions on personal watercraft, and many more. Visit the web link below for the most current rules and regulations for this body of water.
South Dakota Fishing License
Residents and Nonresidents 18 years old and older are required to have a fishing license
South Dakota Fishing Regulations
This state has a variety of species and regulations, including potential floating and/or watercraft restrictions. Because this state is specially managed for species, seasons, angling methods, and watercraft, it is strongly encouraged you check all federal, state, and local regulations before fishing. Visit any of the links below, inquire locally, or contact a local fly shop to learn current regulations and restrictions.
South Dakota Stream Access Laws
If a river or stream is capable of being floated, it can be used for any lawful recreational activity, such as boating or fishing. Any public use above the ordinary high water mark, i.e., outside of the stream bank, without the landowner's permission, would be considered trespassing.
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