Dakota Hunting Trips

Chris Peterson started Dakota Hunting Trips in 2001 after a lifetime of hunting in South Dakota. The operation operates as a full-service booking and advertising agency for outfitters across multiple states and regions.

Here's how it works: Peterson personally interviews every outfitter on the roster and surveys the land to verify quality. You make one phone call, and Dakota Hunting Trips handles the rest—including license applications in the correct unit. A 50% deposit books your hunt. Once confirmed, you receive a confirmation letter, video, brochure, hunter booking form, and waiver.

• •The service is free to you. They make money from outfitter advertising, not client fees.

• •Turkey (Merriam's, Osceola) - 3-4 day packages from $750-$1,500
• •Whitetail & Mule Deer - Semi-guided and fully-guided from $1,500
• •Antelope - Archery and rifle hunts available
• •Elk - Colorado hunts from $1,500-$5,000+
• •Buffalo/Bison - Trophy hunts from $1,750-$6,000

• •Pheasant - Strong populations, semi-guided and guided options
• •Grouse - South Dakota and North Dakota
• •Prairie Dog - Intensive shooting ($200-$500/day, 200-1,500 rounds per day)
• •Coyote - $125-$475/day depending on package level
• •Duck & Goose - Waterfowl seasons

• •Trips available to South Dakota, North Dakota, Florida, and Canada

Turkey Hunts (South Central South Dakota - Merriam's) - Antler Adventures: $1,450 (2 tag, 3d/4n, 100% success last 4 years) - Garnos Ranch: $1,500 (3d/4n, 15,000+ acres) - Prairie Dog Lodge: $1,250-$1,450 (semi to fully guided) - Frying Pan Ranch: $1,000 (3d/4n, double tag, lodging included) - Deep Creek Outfitters: $850-$1,250 (semi-guided, meals included) - Medicine Creek Ranch: $950 (2 birds: 1 gun, 1 bow) - Williams Ranch: $1,000 (unguided, private land, river bottom)

Deer Hunts - Weidner Ranch: $1,500 (4d/4n whitetail) - Cow Creek Ranch: $1,500 (6d/7n archery mule deer or whitetail)

Buffalo/Bison Hunts - A1 Hunts: $1,750-$3,500 (lodge, guide, meals, field dressing) - Prairie Dog Lodge: $4,000-$6,000 (keep head, hide, meat) - Cheyenne River Ranch: $2,500-$3,500 (23,000 acres)

Prairie Dog Shoots - Frying Pan Ranch: $250/day (200-400 rounds, 1,000 acres) - Antler Adventures: $200+/day (500-1,500 rounds/day) - Garnos Ranch: $475/day (200-500 rounds, includes lodging & meals) - Medicine Creek Ranch: $250/day (multiple prairie dog towns)

Coyote Hunts - Rolling Plains Adventures: $200/day (free with pheasant hunt) - J Buck Hunts: $250-$350/day - Prairie Dog Lodge: $300-$500/day (best Dec-Feb) - Castle Butte Lodge: $125/day (12,000 acres, unguided)

Based in White River, South Dakota (25701 SD Hwy 44, 57579)

Serves hunts across: - South Dakota (primary area) - North Dakota - Colorado (elk) - Florida (fishing) - Canada - South Africa

"I've been on 2 Turkey Hunts with Dakota Hunting Trips and the hunting is unbelievable. The accommodations are first class and Chris does his homework and will put you on the game!" — Guy Adams, Louisiana

"Whether you plan to hunt big game, birds or just want to relax with a prairie dog shoot, Chris always has everything organized and under control." — Ron Storck, Wisconsin

"Chris offers great value and knowledge and is the real deal." — Eric Shields, New York

Call Chris Peterson: 605-940-6469

Email: [email protected]

Asking about something not listed? They handle inquiries for hunts beyond their standard listings. If you don't see what you want, ask—Peterson likely knows an outfitter who can provide it.