South Dakota Deer Season 2026-27
Open nowSouth Dakota's deer season opens 2026-09-01 and closes 2027-01-01.
Last verified September 25, 2026South Dakota wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Open now
Statewide
Archery
- Opens
- September 1, 2026
- Closes
- January 1, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 35 days
Black Hills
Firearm
- Opens
- November 1, 2026
- Closes
- November 30, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 48 days
West River
Firearm
- Opens
- November 14, 2026
- Closes
- November 29, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 55 days
East River
Firearm
- Opens
- November 21, 2026
- Closes
- December 6, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 65 days
Statewide
Muzzleloader
- Opens
- December 1, 2026
- Closes
- January 1, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
- Opens in 76 days
East River and West River
Firearm - Antlerless
- Opens
- December 12, 2026
- Closes
- December 20, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
Frequently asked questions
South Dakota's deer season opens 2026-09-01 and closes 2027-01-01.
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.