Possession in South Dakota — what are the rules?

Medical use only. Cardholders and nonresident cardholders may possess up to 3 ounces of cannabis; possession by anyone else is a criminal offence. Conditions: Minimum age 18+.

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3 venues · Region

Medical use onlyTourist access: Restricted · Medical access: Allowed with conditions

Source: doh.sd.gov

Last reviewed2026-09-09

Full law guide for South Dakota

Is cannabis legal in South Dakota?

Buying cannabisMedical use onlyGuidance from South Dakota

Only registered patients (and nonresident cardholders) may buy, from licensed dispensaries.

Minimum age 18+

Verified 2026-09-09 · Sources and references

Tourist accessRestrictedGuidance from South Dakota

Patients registered in another state may register with the Department of Health as nonresident cardholders (practitioner's statement plus proof of home-state authorisation) and designate up to two dispensaries to buy from. There are no adult-use sales.

Verified 2026-09-09 · Sources and references

Medical accessAllowed with conditionsGuidance from South Dakota

South Dakota residents with a debilitating medical condition certified by a practitioner register with the Department of Health.

Minimum age 18+

Verified 2026-09-09 · Sources and references

Can tourists buy cannabis in South Dakota?

Minimum age: 18+ with photo ID.
Possession: Medical use only

Answer verified on 2026-09-09.

Cannabis venues in South Dakota at a glance

How many cannabis venues are listed in South Dakota?

420.camp lists 3 cannabis venues in South Dakota: 3 cannabis dispensaries.

What do the listings in South Dakota include?

Opening hours: 3. Phone number: 2. Photos: 3. Confirmed by the owner or a licence check: 0.

Sources and references

420.camp editorial review process

Last reviewed: 2026-09-09
Other rules on this page updated: 2026-09-17
Next scheduled review: 2026-11-28

This is a plain-language informational summary, not legal advice. Rules can change and may differ by municipality or venue. Check the linked official sources before acting.

Answer verified on 2026-09-09.

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Cannabis in South Dakota is sold on a medical prescription. The marked listings below are retail venues; check what each one is licensed to sell before you travel.

Genesis Farms Cannabis DispensaryCannabis dispensary · 428 5th Ave NW 281 Suite 1, Aberdeen, SD 57401, USAG 4.9Prescription onlyHours available

Terp City Dispensary AberdeenCannabis dispensary · 3015 6th Ave SE Ste 1, Aberdeen, SD 57401, USAG 4.9Prescription onlyHours available

Wolf Creek DispensaryCannabis dispensary · 17689 US-18, Pine Ridge, SD 57770, USAG 4unverifiedPrescription onlyHours available

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Where to consume in South Dakota

No verified consumption places are listed in South Dakota yet. The consumption rules for South Dakota are on the page linked below.

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