South Dakota Unit 27A Unit Profile // GOHUNT. The Hunting Company
South Dakota Unit 27A
Updated Jul 22, 2026
At a Glance
476Square Miles
31%Public Land
3,000 - 4,650Elevation Range
Quick Tips
Bring your shotgun for pheasants, Sharptail Grouse, and possibly a Greater Prairie Chicken
Mount Rushmore which is directly north out of Hot Springs, SD is approximately 50 miles away
Sturgis, SD is also approximately 90 miles to the north
GOHUNT maps are key for public/private land access
This unit is located in the southwest corner of the state with the Black Hills bordering just to the north. The only notable town is Hot Springs, SD in the far northeast corner of the unit. This unit is primarily private land with scattered public land available across the unit to include a decent amount of walk-in primarily in the far northwest corner. The terrain has scattered CRP mixed with rolling hills and pine ridges fading into the grass.
With decent access, and a solid mix of whitetail and mule deer, this unit is sought after by DIY hunters looking to find a place to hunt. You may also run into elk while in this unit.