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