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Richmond Lake

Boat Ramps
5
Access Points
9
Species
15

Richmond Lake is a 823-acre impoundment located approximately 5 miles north and 4 miles west of Aberdeen in Brown County, South Dakota. With a maximum depth of 23 feet and a mean depth of 8 feet, this prairie lake serves as a popular fishing destination for anglers in northeastern South Dakota. The lake is part of the Moccasin Creek watershed and is surrounded by primarily agricultural land with numerous homes and cabins along the shoreline. Richmond Lake offers year-round fishing opportunities in a scenic setting, with three public access areas maintained by the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department. The lake features a diverse fish population, moderate water clarity, and has occasionally been impacted by algal blooms during summer months.


Fish stocking schedule

All stockings · 4

  • Saugeye425,000 fish · FryMay 12, 2024
  • Saugeye62,832 fish · JuvenilesJun 8, 2023
  • Saugeye63,080 fish · JuvenilesJun 15, 2022
  • Saugeye63,700 fish · JuvenilesJun 9, 2021

Source

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks

Updated Nov 13, 2026. Dates are as precise as the agency reports them.

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Fishing spots, boat ramps & amenities

Learn how to get on Richmond Lake. 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 Richmond Lake

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.

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South Dakota Fishing License

Residents and Nonresidents 18 years old and older are required to have a fishing license

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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.

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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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Take Richmond Lake with you

The onWater Fish app keeps this water's access points, species and conditions in your pocket, with the tools you use once you're there.

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    Download the map around Richmond Lake to use it offline when coverage drops.

  • Log your catches here

    Keep a private fishing journal for Richmond Lake to find where and when fish are biting for you.

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