Hunting
South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks is taking additional steps to reduce goose numbers.
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Hunting is a long-standing tradition in the Great Lakes Region. And it's no wonder when you consider the rolling river breaks, brush-filled draws, sprawling grasslands and agricultural fields that characterize the region. This landscape provides prime habitat for a variety of game species.
No matter what type of hunt you're looking for, you'll discover all the amenities you need. The Great Lakes Region is home to cozy hunting lodges and experienced guides, not to mention hometown restaurants, retail stores that cater to hunters, and good old-fashioned South Dakota hospitality.
Hunting Regulations & License Fees
Indian Trust lands
If you plan to hunt on Indian trust lands, please contact the appropriate tribal office or the Game, Fish and Parks Department at 605.773.3485. State licenses are not valid on Indian trust lands unless authorized by the tribal council, and individual tribes may require a tribal hunting permit to hunt on their lands.
- Lower Brule -- 605.473.5666
- Pine Ridge -- 605.455.2584
- Rosebud -- 605.747.2289
- Cheyenne River -- 605.964.7812
- Standing Rock -- 605.854.7236
- Yankton -- 605.384.3804
- Sisseton-Wahpeton -- 605.698.3911
- Crow Creek -- 605.245.2221