South Dakota Waterfowl Season 2026-27
Open nowSouth Dakota's waterfowl season opens 2026-09-26 and closes 2027-01-14. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
Last verified September 25, 2026South Dakota wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 4 days
Unit 1
Regular
- Opens
- October 1, 2026
- Closes
- December 16, 2026
- Bag limit
- Early season Sep 1-30; Unit 2 Nov 2 - Feb 14
- Open now
Low Plains North and Middle zones
General
- Opens
- September 26, 2026
- Closes
- December 8, 2026
- Bag limit
- Other zones differ
- Opens in 13 days
High Plains
General
- Opens
- October 10, 2026
- Closes
- January 14, 2027
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt. Dates may vary by unit, hunt number, permit, or local closure.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
- Important warning
- This listing includes dates that vary by unit, draw, permit, or regulation. The official source controls.
Frequently asked questions
South Dakota's waterfowl season opens 2026-09-26 and closes 2027-01-14. Dates, permits, or availability vary by unit, hunt, or regulation; check the official source before hunting.
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.