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South Dakota Hunting & Fishing License Fee Calculator

An annual resident fishing license in South Dakota costs $31 and a resident hunting license $36 — or combine both for $60, through the South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks. Non-residents pay $80 to fish and $142 to hunt. Big-game tags, stamps, and permits are extra — the license is the entry ticket, not the whole cost.

Your license

Estimated annual cost
$31.00/ year
  • Resident fishing license (annual)
    $31.00

Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-17. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.

Good to know

  • Fees rose with 2025 licenses (first increase since 2014). The non-resident small game license is a 10-day license — South Dakota sells no NR annual. Habitat stamp ($10 res / $25 NR) required separately.
  • Fees shown are the standard adult annual licenses. Youth, senior, military, and disability discounts are common; big-game tags, stamps, and the federal duck stamp ($25) are extra.

What determines license cost in South Dakota?

  • Residency (non-residents often pay 3–10×)
  • Fishing ($31 res) vs hunting ($36 res)
  • Combo license available ($60)
  • Tags, stamps & permits (extra)

Frequently asked questions

How much is a fishing license in South Dakota?

An annual resident fishing license is $31; non-residents pay $80. Short-term (1-day/7-day) licenses are usually available for less. Trout/salmon stamps may be extra where required.

How much is a hunting license in South Dakota?

The annual resident hunting license is $36 ($142 non-resident) — but that's the base license. Deer, elk, turkey, and other big-game tags are purchased separately and often cost more than the license itself, especially for non-residents.

Is there a combined hunting and fishing license in South Dakota?

Yes — the resident combo/sportsman license is $60, cheaper than buying both separately.

Who sells licenses in South Dakota?

The South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks — online, plus license agents (sporting-goods stores, some retailers). Federal requirements like the $25 duck stamp for waterfowl are bought separately.

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Official South Dakota resources

Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.

gfp.sd.gov — fee source ↗

Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.