
There's no place like it
It's the cackle of a rooster. The rush of the flush. The tailgate talks at the end of the field and the stories at the end of the day. A hunt in the world's greatest pheasant country is a thrill like no other.
See how easy and safe it is to experience it for yourself.
What Makes South Dakota the Greatest?
The habitat and hospitality. A healthy mix of cropland and prairie creates the ideal pheasant habitat. The proof is in the results: more than 1 million roosters have been harvested in 17 of the past 20 years. We have the most birds in the country, but the fun goes beyond the field—no place caters to hunters like South Dakota.
Visit South Dakota and you’ll be in the for most thrilling and unforgettable bird hunts of your life. Get your ticket to outdoor adventures with a South Dakota small game license. The 2020 pheasant season begins Saturday, October 17.

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Pheasants Forever Dog of the Day


For you, hunting is a hobby. For your dog, hunting is their life’s work. South Dakota partners with Pheasants Forever to celebrate furry faces from all over the country. Get your hunting partner featured. Then bring them on a "business trip" to South Dakota.
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Free South Dakota Hunting Packet
Includes the Hunting & Trapping Handbook from Game; Fish and Parks, a South Dakota Vacation Guide and a State Highway Map