South Dakota Indian Reservation Hunting

Hunting elk in South Dakota

South Dakota's many Indian reservations are home to thousands of acres ripe for hunting. However, South Dakota's hunting licenses and regulations do not apply on tribal lands and each tribe has its own hunting rules.

Time Frame

Each tribe has its own established season for each type of game. Also, many tribes have special seasons set aside for tribe members only.

Significance

If you wish to hunt on South Dakota tribal lands, apply for a license directly from the tribe itself. The rules vary from tribe to tribe and some require specific licenses for specific type of game.

Types

The wildlife available to hunt depends on where the reservation is located. The Cheyenne River Sioux reservation offers whitetail deer and pronghorn hunting while the Lower Brule Sioux tribe offers licenses for elk and pheasant, for example.

References

• Lower Brule Sioux Tribe: Department of Wildlife, Fish and Recreation
• Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Department of Fish, Game and Parks