South Dakota Unit 18A Unit Profile // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
South Dakota Unit 18A
Updated Jul 22, 2026
At a Glance
968Square Miles
3%Public Land
1,400 - 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 in the northeast portion of the state, this unit is primarily made up of private land. That being said there is a little bit of walk-in ground and state owned properties that allow hunter access which can be a viable option for DIY hunters.
With very limited public access there are few hunters headed to this Unit without a plan around hunting some private property. Some DIY opportunities do exist but these are still fairly slim.
