The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (upper arm) is open for everyone; the other 4 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Enemy Swim Lake
Day County, South Dakota · about 1,960 acres (3.1 sq mi)
44°F water, calm this morning.
About Enemy Swim Lake
In Day County, South Dakota, Enemy Swim Lake covers about 1,960 acres; it is a natural lake. Enemy Swim Lake is a glacial lake in Day County where shallow vegetated zones hold bass and bluegill while deeper water holds walleye and pike.
It stretches about 3.2 miles end to end and its shoreline adds up to about 11.4 miles. At about 1,850 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. It reaches about 27 ft at its deepest. Webster is about 13 miles southwest.
- Size
- About 1,960 acres (3.1 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 27 ft
- Shoreline
- About 11.4 miles
- End to end
- About 3.2 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,850 ft
- Type
- Natural lake
- County
- Day County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Friday Good
- 6:45 am – 9:00 amsunrise
- 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 8 mph
Saturday Fair
- 3:45 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 13 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in Enemy Swim Lake
Anglers come to Enemy Swim Lake for walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and yellow perch. At 44°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- GoodNorthern pike
Prime range. Weed edges and shallow bays.
- SlowLargemouth bass
Cold and sluggish. Fish slow and deep near steep banks.
- SlowCrappie
Cold. Tight schools near deep brush and bridges.
- SlowBluegill and sunfish
Cold. Deep and hard to tempt. Use tiny baits.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Upper arm
The lake narrows toward the incoming river or creek; moving water carries food.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
4 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
No daily level reading for this lake.
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:25 am · sunset 5:00 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Enemy Swim Lake
- Websterabout 13 mi southwest
- Sissetonabout 17 mi northeast
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Questions about Enemy Swim Lake
What fish are in Enemy Swim Lake?
Enemy Swim Lake holds walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill and sunfish and yellow perch. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Enemy Swim Lake?
About 27 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Enemy Swim Lake?
About 1,960 acres, with about 11.4 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Enemy Swim Lake?
Webster is about 13 miles southwest; Sisseton is about 17 miles northeast.
What is the water temperature at Enemy Swim Lake today?
The surface was about 44°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Enemy Swim Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
