1978 South Dakota gubernatorial election

The 1978 South Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 7, 1978, to elect a Governor of South Dakota. Republican nominee Bill Janklow was elected, defeating Democratic nominee Roger D. McKellips.

Candidates

 * Roger D. McKellips, Member of South Dakota Senate
 * Harvey L. Wollman, incumbent Governor of South Dakota
 * John Bohr

Candidates

 * Bill Janklow, Attorney General of South Dakota
 * LeRoy G. Hoffman, member of the South Dakota Senate
 * Clint Roberts, member of the South Dakota Senate