Hunting Licenses
Obtain a Pheasant License
Pheasant hunting is the most popular form of hunting in the state.
In order to hunt pheasant each resident and non-resident of the state must purchase a small game license.
To purchase a license order online or purchase a license at your nearest gas station or bait shop.
Hunters are required to obtain either a small game or big game licenses in order to hunt in the state of South Dakota.
Many small game licenses actually allow you to hunt multiple types of game, including pheasant, grouse, partridge, quail and more.
Resident and Nonresident Licenses
There are some differences in a resident and non-resident license, but the purchasing process is roughly the same.
Visit the official Game Fish & Parks website to review the differences.
Purchasing Hunting License in South Dakota
In South Dakota, hunters have the ability to buy licenses from over 250 registered sales agents in the state. Many of these locations are gas stations and bat shops.
Find the locations online or call GF&P at 605-223-7660.
Purchasing a License Online
One of the more convenient options to obtain a license is to go to the official license page and purchase one online.
To purchase, simply visit the Game, Fish and Parks license page. Follow the link to setup an account. You will need a driver’s license or state issued ID and a major credit card.
Fishing Licenses
Fun Fact: Nearly 98% of the state’s waters are publicly accessible and open to fishing.
A fishing license is required for those who want to fish throughout the state of South Dakota. However purchasing one is simple, regardless if you are a resident or non-resident to the state.
Purchasing Fishing License in South Dakota
In South Dakota, anglers have the ability to purchase licenses from over 250 registered sales agents in the state. Many of these locations are gas stations and bat shops.
Find the locations online or call GF&P at 605-223-7660.
Purchasing a License Online
One of the more convenient options to obtain a license is to go to the official license page and purchase one online.
To purchase, simply visit the Game, Fish and Parks license page. Follow the link to setup an account. You will need a driver’s license or state issued ID and a major credit card.
South Dakota Hunting & Fishing Lodges
There are many hunting & fishing lodges located all throughout the state. No matter what you are looking for, there is certainly a lodge that can fit your needs.
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The Outpost Lodge
Pierre
Hidden Hill Lodge & Guide Service
Roslyn
Suncatcher Acres
Fedora
Pine Shadows Daybreak
Frederick
Rieger Creek Lodge
Selby
OO Hunting
Ipswich
Spring Creek Resort, Marina and Restaurant
Pierre
Schmidts Landing Resort
Big Stone City
Riibe Outdoors
Yankton
Talon Outfitters
Burke
Flatland Flyways
Hecla
Thunderstik Lodge
Chamberlain
Short Pines Hunting
Buffalo
Lynn Lake Lodge
Webster
UGUIDE South Dakota Pheasant Hunting
Lake Andes
Royal Flush Hunting Lodge
Stratford
Pheasant City Lodge
Wessington
Konechne’s Red Barn Hunting Retreats
Kimball
Great Faces. Great Places.
South Dakota is an incredibly unique state in that each region offers a completely different experience then the others. Check out each of the regions to see what each has to offer!
Western South Dakota
Featuring the Black Hills, Badlands, the Sturgis Rally. This region tends to be the most popular.
CENTRAL REGION
This region of South Dakota offers some of the best hunting and fishing in the entire central US.
Eastern Region
The eastern region is home to the largest city in the state and provides visitors with a true "prairie" experience.