South Dakota Unit 16A Unit Profile - 1 Hunter is talking about this Unit // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
South Dakota Unit 16A
Updated Jul 22, 2026
At a Glance
770Square Miles
6%Public Land
1,600 - 1,800Elevation Range
Quick Tips
Bring your Shotgun as there may be options to hunt some upland game as well as waterfowl in the area
GOHUNT Maps are recommended to help navigate public and private boundaries
There is very little state land and walk-in access in this unit, without prior arrangements to access a piece of private land there is very little opportunity to hunt in this entire unit
Located on the northern border of the state on the east side of the Missouri river, this unit is primarily private with some limited walk-in and public state land. It would be best to have a plan around some sort of access to private land prior to arrival but DIY hunters can find some limited opportunities.
Private access will be the best bet for success here but DIY hunts can find some limited opportunities on the various pieces of state land and walk-in access properties.
