With so much outdoors and history to explore, Mitchell invites you to discover more than the iconic roadside attraction in the World's Only Corn Palace.
Take the family to Storybook Land and enter a world filled with nursery rhymes and classic tales. Wylie Park features camping, swimming, playgrounds, go-karts, mini golf, bike trails and more. With beaches, archery deer hunting, cross-country skiing and snowmobile trails, boating & campgrounds, the Richmond Lake State Recreation Area has become a year-round favorite. Visit the Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge for a variety of natural pursuits. From wildlife viewing and bird-watching to hunting and fishing, this wildlife refuge is an outdoors-lover’s paradise.
Glacial lakes, along with 16 state parks and recreation areas, make Watertown a popular destination for all kinds of outdoors-lovers. Along with these great outdoor amenities, Watertown features all sorts of area attractions.
Farm Island State Recreation Area is one of Pierre’s busiest attractions. This recreation area features beaches, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, eight miles of trails, campgrounds, fishing and more. Fish the Missouri River off the docks at Steamboat Park. The park also offers an 18-hole disc golf course, a picnic shelter and a playground. Along with these excellent outdoor amenities, Pierre offers must-see attractions. The South Dakota National Guard Museum gives visitors a glimpse of South Dakota's military history. Follow the Trail of Governors to see life-sized bronze statues of former state leaders. Families will love the South Dakota Discovery Center's fun, interactive science exhibits.
Hike, bike or ski from Edgemont to Deadwood on the Mickelson Trail in South Dakota. Open year-round, it features bridges and tunnels through the Black Hills.
Custer’s location in the Black Hills and proximity to some of South Dakota’s biggest attractions make it an incredible destination for adventure-seekers.
Outdoor recreation, hidden gems, nearby iconic sites, and unique fossils — the small Black Hills town of Hill City is ready to surprise and amaze.
Travel to northeastern South Dakota and take in all of the outdoor recreation possibilities in Brookings. Experience 70 acres of nature at McCrory Gardens. Located on the campus of South Dakota State University, you can wander the botanical garden and arboretum as well as an education & visitor center. Dakota Nature Park, a city landfill-turned-multipurpose park, features bike trails, fishing ponds, kayaking, canoeing, bird-watching and picnic areas.
The Needles at Custer State Park have become one of the park’s biggest attractions. These soaring, slender granite rock formations attract visitors from near and far alike. Hike through Custer State Park and see the Needles for yourself.
Witness a Fourth of July celebration like no other! Watch videos and find out if the Mount Rushmore National Memorial fireworks are happening this year.
