Twin Lakes

Twin Lakes in Minnehaha County is a lake in South Dakota with 304 acres and a recorded maximum depth of 21 feet.

On Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes, a small drop or outside weed edge can matter more than a feature that looks dramatic from shore.

Fish and Baits at Twin Lakes

Fish listed for Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes include Black Bullhead, Common Carp, Walleye, and Yellow Perch.

Crappie, Sunfish and Perch

For yellow perch at Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes, try a small jig, minnow or worm close to bottom near weeds or a drop.

Walleye and Open-Water Fish

For walleye at Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes, try a jig and minnow, crawler rig or crankbait on points, flats and channel edges.

Catfish, Bullheads and Carp

For black bullhead at Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes, try a worm, cut bait or prepared bait on a light bottom rig; for common carp at Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes, try corn, dough bait or a worm on a simple bottom rig.

How the Seasons Change Twin Lakes

Spring on Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes usually starts near the warmest protected bank, shallow wood or the first green weeds. Summer fishing on Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes is often best along healthy weeds, clean pockets and the windblown side before the water gets too dirty. In fall, follow cooling water and moving bait toward points, green weeds and wind-hit banks at Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes.

A Simple Fishing Plan for Twin Lakes

Make the first trip to Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes easy to read by fishing one shallow spot, one nearby drop and one piece of cover, then return to the type of water that gives the first solid bite.

Twin Lakes FAQs

Where should I start fishing Twin Lakes in Minnehaha County?

Start Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes along a clean weed edge or a small change in depth, especially on the windblown side.

What is a simple bait for walleye at Twin Lakes in Minnehaha County?

A good first choice on Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes is a jig or crankbait; change its depth before replacing everything in the box.

Does the 21-foot maximum tell me where fish hold in Twin Lakes in Minnehaha County?

No. The number for Minnehaha County's Twin Lakes only marks its deepest recorded spot; fish may be much shallower near food, cover or comfortable water.