South Dakota is world-famous for pheasant hunting and also offers quality white-tailed deer, mule deer, pronghorn, and elk hunting in the Black Hills and Missouri River breaks.
| GMU | Weapon | Season | Harvest | Public |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 | Archery | Sep 1 — Jan 1 | — | — |
| Unit 1 | Rifle | Nov 1 — Dec 7 | — | — |
| Unit 1 | Muzzleloader | Dec 1 — Jan 1 | — | — |
| Unit 10 | Archery | Sep 1 — Jan 1 | — | — |
| Unit 10 | Rifle | Nov 1 — Dec 7 | — | — |
| Unit 10 | Muzzleloader | Dec 1 — Jan 1 | — | — |
+ 194 more Deer seasons
Always verify season dates and regulations with the official state wildlife agency:
South Dakota Official Hunting Regulations →See GMU boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas for South Dakota on our interactive hunting map.
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