ABOUT: Located in central South Dakota, Bad River Ranch comprises approximately 148,000 acres of diverse grassland with rolling hills. The Bad River runs through the property; the mouth of which is where Lewis and Clark met the Teton Sioux. The ranch is situated in the mixed grass prairies of central South Dakota and plays a crucial role in bison production and conservation. Recognizing its historical significance for bison and various wildlife species, the property was acquired with the aim of restoring range conditions and conserving native and endangered species alongside bison production. Bad River Ranch boasts one of the largest bison herds in South Dakota, emphasizing ecological and economic sustainability. In addition to bison, Bad River Ranch is home to several species of wildlife including whitetail and mule deer, pronghorn, elk, bobcats, mountain lions, coyotes, foxes, raccoons, skunks, prairie dogs, badgers, hawks, eagles, owls, pheasant, grouse, prairie chickens, turkeys and a variety of song birds.

HUNTS: Turner Ranch Outfitting conducts deer and turkey trophy hunts at the Bad River Ranch.  Premium quality and age class are excellent for the area. No additional bird hunting is available at this time.

Hunting is currently reserved exclusively.

ACCOMMODATIONS: Hunters are accommodated on the ranch.