Favorite Hikes Near Yankton, South Dakota

Written by: Tammy Bashore

I absolutely love to hike. It doesn’t matter what time of year or how cold the temperature may be — I find hiking to be very therapeutic and one of the simplest ways to get the benefits of nature.

During the summer months, our family spends a lot of time in the Yankton area, specifically the Lewis & Clark Recreation Area. We absolutely love this community and all it has to offer.  So naturally, I’ve spent some time finding a few hiking spots that are within a short drive from Yankton. For different reasons I'll share, this list includes my top 4 favorite hikes. There is sure to be something for everyone!

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Tammy Bashore. Tammy Bashore is a South Dakota-based content creator, photographer, writer and avid outdoorswoman.