1970 South Dakota gubernatorial election

The 1970 South Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 3, 1970.

Incumbent Republican Governor Frank Farrar was defeated by Democratic nominee Richard F. Kneip who won 54.85% of the vote.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 2, 1970.

Candidates

 * Richard F. Kneip, State Senator

Candidates

 * Frank Farrar, incumbent Governor
 * Frank E. Henderson, State Senator

Candidates

 * Frank Farrar, Republican
 * Richard F. Kneip, Democratic