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Regulations Updated Jan 29, 2026

South Dakota White-tailed Deer Bag Limits

Complete bag limit guide for white-tailed deer in South Dakota.

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South Dakota White-tailed Deer Bag Limits

Complete bag limit information for white-tailed deer in South Dakota. Find daily limits, possession limits, and special regulations.

Daily: 1 Season: Per license held

White-tailed Deer

Big Game

South Dakota bag limits and regulations

Daily Limit

1

per day

Possession Limit

-

at any time

Season Limit

Per license held

per season

Important Notes for White-tailed Deer

East river archery good opportunity

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South Dakota White-tailed Deer FAQ

Common questions about white-tailed deer bag limits in South Dakota

What are the white-tailed deer limits in South Dakota?

South Dakota white-tailed deer: daily 1, season Per license held. East river archery good opportunity

Are there South Dakota white-tailed deer rules beyond the headline numbers?

East river archery good opportunity

What South Dakota-wide rules apply when hunting white-tailed deer?

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