Spring Creek

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About Spring Creek

A smaller, freestone Black Hills stream with a dedicated following among local fly anglers. Spring Creek runs through a mix of public and private land near Custer, offering quality pocket water fishing for those willing to explore. The stream's intimate size rewards accurate casting and stealthy approach — bigger fish hold in undercut banks and deeper pools. Proximity to Custer State Park adds scenic appeal.

Regulations

South Dakota Fishing License required. Trout limit: 5 fish, 8-inch minimum. Much of the stream corridor is private — confirm access at each section before wading.

Learn More

Guides to help you fish Spring Creek with more confidence.

• South Dakota Trout Fishing Regulations Guide

  South Dakota fishing license (no separate trout permit required), year-round trout season on every Black Hills stream, 5-fish daily limit with 8-inch…

• Trout Species of South Dakota

  South Dakota has no native trout — every Black Hills trout is introduced. A field guide to the three species you'll catch: stocked and holdover…

• How Barometric Pressure Affects Fishing (And How to Use It)

  That gorgeous bluebird day after a cold front? Worst fishing of the year. Here's the data behind why pressure changes matter more than the weather…