Sharp-tailed grouse are the main game bird species on tribal lands. Big game hunted on the Reservation include mule deer, white-tailed deer, and pronghorn. Merriam's turkey are also a favorite bag during the fall season, along with numerous species of waterfowl. The coming of spring brings out the red, white, and blue of jakes and toms attempting to impress hen turkeys. Many hunters have discovered the excellent opportunities for calling in turkeys on the Reservation.
Several species are also open year-round.
One of the largest expanses of prairie dogs in North America exists on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation, and hunters have found the large, open rangelands on the Reservation enjoyable to hunt. All year-round seasons are subject to change if population or harvest analyses suggest low populations. Bobcat are also present on the Reservation, but may usually only be hunted for about 1 - 2 months during the winter. Most species not listed as game species are protected.