Dove Hunting


The dove population is scattered throughout the state of South Dakota, and is also fed from migratory flocks from the north. Dove hunters can find their prey most frequently perched on tree limbs above water reservoirs. They can also be found feeding on corn, oats, or wheat from harvested fields. These speedy birds have been clocked at 50 miles and hour so are definitely a challenge to hunt.

Dove Season and Location

Dove hunting season runs from September to mid-November and are located all throughout the state.

Applying for a License

Like all small game hunting in the state you must apply for a license. To learn more about the hunting dates and licensing information please check our South Dakota Hunting License page.

 


Small Game Hunting Lodges

Lodgepole Creek Outfitters
Lemmon, SD - Black Hills / Badlands Region
With over 32,000 acres of owned and leased land, Lodgepole Creek Outfitters has abundant habitat for all species of game, both large and small. […]
The Roost - Pheasant and Waterfowl Lodge
Woonsocket, SD - Eastern Region
The Roost is family owned and operated. We offer a full service hunt consisting of guide services, meals and lodging. We are located 28 miles northwes […]
Garnos Ranch Hunts
Presho, SD - Central Region
World class pheasant, grouse, deer, duck, antelope, prairie dog and goose hunting. […]
West Pollock Resort
Pollock, SD - Central Region
We are West Pollock Resort and are glad to have you visiting our website. Located on beautiful Lake Oahe, West Pollock Resort is a sportsman's haven f […]
Paul Nelson Farm
Gettysburg, SD - Central Region
Birds, wildlife and waterfowl abound on the farm, including a chukar population that has really taken off. […]
Northern Plains Outfitters
Aberdeen, SD - Eastern Region
Our "All-Inclusive" South Dakota pheasant hunts feature all Wild Birds on 25,000 acres of Prime Pheasant Habitat. We hunt Cornfields, CRP, Sloughs, Na […]

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