South Dakota Hunting Lodges
South Dakota is one of the premier pheasant-hunting states in the nation. Lest you doubt its commitment, the state even made the ring-necked pheasant the state bird. Local hunters and visitors alike flock to the state’s many ranches and lodges when the season hits. We’ve assembled some of our favorites (in alphabetical orderno other ranking is intended):A1 Al’s Pheasant Ranch: A1 Al’s is located in Emery, less than an hour from Sioux Falls. Bring your dogs with you and enjoy the wide variety of hunting locales, including sorghum, sloughs, and prairie land. The lodge includes a rec room, poker table, and satellite TV for relaxing after the day’s activities.Buffalo Butte Ranch: Buffalo Butte is located in the South Dakota “Pheasant Triangle,” located between the towns of Gregory, Winner, and Chamberlain. It’s a family-owned and operated lodge with four generations of history. Before the hunt, you can practice at the complimentary clay trap shoot. The price also includes all processing and freezing of birds.Diamond A Ranch: A 3,000 acre ranch, the Diamond A can also be found within the South Dakota “Pheasant Triangle.” In addition to pheasant, their land is prime real estate for deer and turkey. Hot meals are included with each hunt.Granite Springs: Even if your family members don’t participate in the hunt, don’t leave them at home when you visit Granite Springs. Children and spouses stay and eat for free at this beautiful Alexandria location. Take your choice between guided and self-guided hunts, and experience a pure hunting experience.Thunderstik Lodge: Thunderstik was founded in 1988 and has only gotten better with age. Owned by Gage Outdoor Expeditions, the Lodge brings plenty of experience to every aspect of the hunting experience. Its close proximity to the Missouri River, Lake Francis Case, and Lake Sharpe means you can relax with some walleye fishing in between hunts.