Yankton Downtown

Minneapolis to Yankton Road Trip: Get Outdoors

Written by: TravelSouthDakota.com Staff Writer

Route Distance: 315 Miles

Suggested Time: A long weekend (5-6 hours travel time)

We could all use a break from…well, everything. Take advantage of a long weekend to explore and enjoy the South Dakota wilderness. There’s a lot of South Dakota you can soak in in 72 hours, so let’s get going! 

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TravelSouthDakota.com Staff WriterThis article was authored by Travel South Dakota's team of writers and editors. We’re passionate about sharing the best of South Dakota, whether it's exploring national and state parks, road-tripping, diving into local culture or uncovering hidden gems. Some of us grew up here, others got here as fast as we could — but we’re all on the lookout for the best spots to eat, stay and experience in the land of Great Faces, Great Places.