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Ingalls Homestead

If you love the great outdoors, you’ll love the fresh glacial lakes and prairies of northeastern South Dakota.

From exploring the historic Laura Ingalls Wilder Homestead and the Shakespeare Garden/Anne Hathaway Cottage, to hiking the Oakwood Lakes State Park and the tasting the widest selection of craft beer in the region at Slackers, the region offers unique family attractions, countless camping opportunities and plenty of outdoor adventures for all ages. You’ll also find frontier history, plentiful walleye and one-of-a-kind events as well as art galleries, museums, wineries and culture.

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Nicollet Tower
Glacial Lakes & Prairies Tourism Association

1200 33rd Street SE
Watertown, SD57201
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