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Iconic national and state park units and recreation areas  — check. Wide-open spaces, jaw-dropping sights and the freedom of the open road — check. Kitschy roadside attractions, untamed Wild West history and wilder critters  — check. Mix in the friendly, personable nature of people in this Midwestern state with the surprisingly diverse landscape and you have something special. There’s no other place where you can check so many things off your bucket list.

SD Pheasant Hunting - Beginner's Resources

Pheasant hunting in South Dakota is a great way to get outdoors and get closer to nature. Find the information you need to get started.

Hunting Lodges & Guided Hunts

South Dakota pheasant hunting lodges are as varied as our Great Plains landscapes. Find your perfect lodge adventure, from guided hunts to all-inclusive getaways.

Hunting Region Breakdowns

Find maps and information on free public land to hunt in South Dakota, home of the world’s greatest pheasant country.

Pheasant Recipes

Find instructions on how to cook pheasant and our favorite Pheasant Forever recipes.

Public Access Hunting Areas

Find maps, tips, and information on free public land to hunt in South Dakota, home of the world’s greatest pheasant country.

South Dakota Pheasant Hunting Season Information

Plan your pheasant hunting trip to South Dakota. Find dates, license info and everything you need to know about this fall’s pheasant season.

Hunt the Greatest Giveaway

Enter to win South Dakota’s 2023-2024 Hunt the Greatest giveaway, including a trip to hunt pheasants in South Dakota,

South Dakota Pheasant Hunting Licenses

Residents and nonresidents can purchase their South Dakota pheasant hunting licenses online or in person in the state. Get your small game license today.