Hiking at Sica Hollow State Park.

Ride, Climb, and Paddle the Outdoors of South Dakota

 

Hiking, biking, watersports and rock climbing are just a few of the incredible adventures awaiting in South Dakota’s outdoors. Lace up those boots, strap on that helmet or buckle up your life vest for an experience like no other!

Black Hills National Forest
Black Hills National Forest
Kayaking Sylvan Lake
Sailing
Missouri River
Hiking
Black Hills National Forest
Climbing Black Hills
The Needles, Custer State Park
Jet skiing
Lake Madison
Hammocking
Swimming at the lake
Lewis & Clark Recreation Area, Yankton
Camping
Farm Island Recreation Area, Pierre
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