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Water Sports & Water Parks in South Dakota

Get ready to dive into some seriously fun — and wet — activities in South Dakota. We've got a bounty of lakes, rivers and water parks to get your splash on!

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Sioux Falls Kayak & Bike Rentals

Sioux Falls Kayak & Bike Rentals offers kayak and bike rentals with pick up and delivery for your convenience. Full-day bike rentals are available for children and adults for $25. Kayak rentals include delivery and pick up on the Big Sioux River in Sioux Falls, just outside of Sioux Falls, and surrounding lakes. Life jackets and paddles are provided with rentals. In addition to kayaks, we also offer adult stand up paddle boards.

Flow and Paddle

Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) offers amazing health benefits, is a great full-body muscle workout and gets you outside while having fun. No matter how old you are or what your fitness level is, paddle boarding is simple to learn and can help you get in the best shape of your life. Not only do you burn tons of calories through exercise, but it also allows you to spend quality time with your friends and family. Ultimately, paddlers are looking for a way to unplug from technology and enjoy the great outdoors more. A paddle boarding experience will help you do this. Flow and Paddle offers classes for Stand Up Paddleboard SUP 101, SUP Yoga, and SUP Fitness at Lake Lorraine in Sioux Falls. Sign up and book your class on the website.

Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area

After Custer State Park on the western side of South Dakota, this park in the southeastern corner is the second-most visited in the state. The center of activity for the Lewis and Clark Recreation Area is the 25-mile Lewis and Clark Lake. The lake is one of four large reservoirs on the Missouri River in South Dakota, this one created by Gavins Point Dam. Water recreation is the number one attraction, but there are also opportunities for hiking, biking, camping, disc golf, horseshoes and birding.

Huether Family Aquatics Center

This state-of-the-art aquatics facility offers a large variety of water features for every age to enjoy. Whether you live in the area, or are just visiting, Yankton's Huether Family Aquatics Center will be your number one destination for summer fun. From the two fast slides to the lazy river with vortex pool, a zero-depth family pool with play structure, an adventure pool with diving boards, and more, there's something for everyone. The waterpark is located within Fantle Memorial Park. See our website and Facebook page for days and hours of operation.

Spearfish Rec & Aquatics Center

The 71,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Spearfish Rec & Aquatics Center (SRAC) opened in 2008, having been transformed from a box store to a recreation and community center. Today it is a place where you can find community, youth and family events, fitness and fun. Parties, meetings, family gatherings, school programs, PE classes, sports practices, roller skating, pool parties, leagues, tournaments, community events, holiday events…the list goes on. SRAC is a place where fun and fitness happen. Part of the facility is a two-acre outdoor water park that is open from late May (Memorial Day) through early September (Labor Day). See our website for fee information and facility hours.

Evans Plunge

Established in 1890 in Hot Springs, Evans Plunge is the oldest tourist attraction in the Black Hills. You can swim, splash and soak in the 87-degree mineral water. A natural thermal spring provides the crystal-clear, scentless water for the pool. There also is a jet slide, a whale slide, two kids’ pools, a frog slide, two hot tubs, a sauna and a steam room, plus concessions and a gift shop. We are open six days a week (closed on Tuesdays). See our website for specific hours and more details.

Putters and Scoops

Putters and Scoops is Huron’s hidden secret nestled atop Ravine Lake Park. We offer a lunch menu of healthy sandwiches and green salads, along with SDSU ice cream available in 16 hand dipped flavors, fresh baked pie, coffee and fruit smoothies. Activities include an 18-hole mini golf course, paddleboats, kayaks, bicycles, flower gardens located on Izaak Walton Island, picnic shelters and basketball courts. We are located on the City of Huron bike and walking trail system. Hours are 11 a.m.-9 p.m., daily (May through August).

Lewis & Clark Marina

Yankton's Lewis & Clark Marina is located on the majestic 25-mile Lewis and Clark Lake. The marina, near Gavins Point Dam, is the largest marina within 400 miles. We have slips, fueling, boat rentals, a full marine service department and a convenience store. Our rental services include pontoons, power boats, swim mats and tow tubes. Life jackets and safety equipment are provided with rentals.

Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park & Campground

Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park & Campground, located on the shores of Lake Kampeska near Watertown, offers an excellent campground and recreational facility with modern comfort stations. The park is supervised by a full-time park manager. The facility has three playground areas, a large picnic area, bike/jogging trail, non-supervised swimming and beach area, tornado shelter, and boat launching facilities. The campground is open May through September, and with limited services in October. There are 72 campsites and they're available on a first-come, first-served basis (no reservations).

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