South Dakota Whitetail Hunting
Plan your South Dakota whitetail hunt with season dates, license options, and hunting opportunities organized by unit. Browse available private-land hunts and book access directly from landowners.
Last updated by Aricin Rotarius
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Browse private-land whitetail hunts across South Dakota, organized by unit, and book directly with landowners.
South Dakota Whitetail Seasons
These dates represent the “general” season dates. Check the individual hunting unit regulations for the most accurate season dates and regulations.
Archery
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Mentored
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Youth hunters
Black Hills
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Custer State Park
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West River
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East River
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Muzzleloader
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East River
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Only antlerless deer tags are valid during this period.
West River
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Only antlerless deer tags are valid during this period. Gregory County has different season dates; see the deer application.
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South Dakota Whitetail Units
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit 11B
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit 23A
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit 24A
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit 26A
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit 47A
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit 53A
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit Bh1
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit East River Zone 03A
- South Dakota Whitetail Unit West River 11B