SD Turkey Hunting

South Dakota Turkey Season Dates 2026

Turkey season in South Dakota runs Apr 12 – May 31 across 85 Units.

85 Seasons1 Weapon Types

Shotgun

UnitTypeDatesHarvestPressurePublic
00SpringApr 12 — May 31———
00ASpringApr 12 — May 31———
00BSpringApr 12 — May 31———
00XSpringApr 12 — May 31———
00ZSpringApr 12 — May 31———
01ASpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 1SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 10SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 11SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 12SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 13SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 14SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 15SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 16SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 17SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 18SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 19SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 2SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 20SpringApr 12 — May 31———
20ASpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 21SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 22SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 23SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 24SpringApr 12 — May 31———
Unit 25SpringApr 12 — May 31———

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Turkey in South Dakota: FAQ

When is turkey season in South Dakota?

Turkey season in South Dakota currently runs Apr 12 to May 31, across 85 season rows and 85 Units, split by weapon (Shotgun).

Where is the best place to hunt turkey in South Dakota?

The best Units for turkey in South Dakota depend on harvest success and public-land access, both shown per Unit above. Compare units before you apply for a tag or plan your hunt.

Plan your Turkey hunt in South Dakota

View Unit boundaries, public land, and walk-in access areas on our interactive map.

Also see South Dakota seasons, public land, and license.

Turkey seasons in South Dakota — offline