2012-13 South Dakota Sportsman's Guide

2012 - 2013 The Sportsman’s Guide is a publication of the

Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association and is intended for free distribution

Photos Courtesy of South Dakota Tourism Executive Director - Jacquie Fuks Graphic Designer - Cindy Mason Staff Assistant - Pam Cooke Advertising rates or information about this publication are available from Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association, 1101 Broadway, Suite 113, Yankton, SD 57078.

Ph. 605-665-2435 or 1-888-353-7382, Fax: 605-665-8776.

Incorporated in 1987, the Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association is a non-profit organization dedicated toward increasing the economic impact of the visitor industry in Southeastern South Dakota.

The Southeast South Dakota region consisting of 15 counties, is divided into five districts.

The association’s 15-member board of directors is divided into groups of three-members representing each district.

Funding is provided through memberships, South Dakota Vacation Guide and Simply South Dakota advertising sales and a contract with the South Dakota Department of Tourism.

Membership benefits include: • Representation at sport/travel shows.

• Free listing in Southeast SD Travel Guide.

• 24 hour response to visitor inquiries on our information line.

• Hosted Familiarization Tours • Publishing Simply South Dakota Southeast South Dakota Travel Guide (80,000 distributed), Regional Map (40,000 distributed), Sportsman’s Guide (40,000 distributed) and joint publishers of the South Dakota Vacation Guide (500,000 distributed) • Newsletters & tourism information.

• 50% discount advertising rates in our publications.

• Free listing and link on our web site.

Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association 1101 Broadway, Suite 113 Yankton, South Dakota 57078 1-888-353-7382 605-665-2435 fax 605-665-8776 www.southeastsouthdakota.com Every effort has been made to assure that the information in this publication is accurate. The publisher assumes no liability for omissions, errors or changes.

This publication was paid for in part by funding from South Dakota Tourism.

Cover Photo: Pheasant Hunter and friends Bottom Insets: Rock Climbers at Palisades State Park, Fishing on the Missouri, Kayaks on Splitrock Creek, Camping

Southeast South Dakota invites you to explore the vast off-season opportunities for travel in this diverse region, where you’ll find friendly people with hometown hospitality waiting to welcome you.

You’ll find Southeast South Dakota a virtual sportsman’s paradise, offering some of the best pheasant hunting in the world and fishing in our 175 lakes and three major rivers that is second to none.

Unique golf courses offer solitude and unmatched beauty, from atop the Missouri River bluffs to remote rolling prairies, or city courses near your favorite hotel.

We welcome you to explore the outdoors. You’ll find breathtaking landscapes, fall foliage along the ever changing colors of Missouri River bluffs, rose colored quartzite cliffs and the beautiful falls on the Big Sioux River. Visit small town main streets or enjoy the nightlife in South Dakota’s largest city, Sioux Falls.

Kayaking to birdwatching, whatever your sporting pleasure, you’ll find a memorable adventure here in Southeast South Dakota.

Contents Hunting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Missouri National Recreational River . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Camping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Rock Climbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Canoe & Kayak . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Lodging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Services Directory . . . . . . . . . . . .22

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HUNTING

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Southeast South Dakota is A Hunter’s Paradise Southeast South Dakota towns are just waiting to host your hunting trip. Hotels and restaurants gear up for the season with special menus and friendly staff to make your stay enjoyable.

There are many hunting guides and outfitters in the area who are equipped to make your hunt a successful and enjoyable one. They are able to supply everything you need, from ammunition and hunting dogs to lodging.

Hunting is a year-round sport in Southeast South Dakota.

Small game, waterfowl and big game dominate the fall hunting seasons. Predator hunting fills the winter months, and spring signals the start of turkey hunting. The avid hunter will find Southeast South Dakota a virtual hunter’s paradise.

Pheasant Traditional season: Mid-October through early January.

Preserve season: September through March.

Range and Habitat: Pheasants prefer agricultural fields, wooded draws, tree strips, wetlands and set-aside acres.

Most of South Dakota is privately owned and permission is required to hunt, but public lands such as Game Production Areas and Walk-In

Areas offer choice habitat for pheasants.

Early in the season, pheasants are scattered in small flocks, but winter pushes birds into heavy cover and concentrates them. Tree strips, cattail sloughs and dense weed patches hold pheasants this time of year.

When hunting public land it’s up to the hunter to determine if they will have a successful hunt. Although Game Production Area and Wildlife Production Areas are managed for wildlife, the amount and quality of winter cover varies among them. The best bet is to look for tracts that have wide shelterbelts or terrain that could have provided protection from the wind.

Pheasant Hunting Tips: Use a dog. Crippled birds can be hard to find without a dog.

Hunt remote pockets. Search for small, out-of-the-way pockets that may have escaped the hunting pressure of large groups. Small sloughs, plum thickets or even fence line vegetation hold pheasants.

Prepare for the weather. Fall can be a time of wide-ranging weather conditions. Plan to hunt in temperatures and weather from 70 degrees to snow and below-zero wind chills.

Stop on any country road in Southeast South Dakota and you’ll be stopping in a hunter’s paradise. South Dakota’s state bird, the Chinese Ringnecked Pheasant, thrives in the excellent habitat provided by the South Dakota landscape. Thousands of hunters descend upon the southeast region of the state in the fall for their chance at the wily pheasant.

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Geese Traditional Season: Late September to December.

Range and Habitat: The Missouri River corridor is the main route for more than 400,000 migrating Canada geese, and eastern South Dakota attracts 350,000 snow- and blue-geese migrants.

Ducks Traditional Season: Late September to December.

Range and Habitat: More than 15 million ducks migrate annually through South Dakota. They include mallards, gadwall, pintails and teal. Numbers of birds vary, depending on the fall migration. Along the Missouri River, the migration peaks in mid-November.

Waterfowl Hunting Tips:

Bowhunter

Plan early since nonresident waterfowl licenses are limited and are purchased through a limited lottery system.

Pass shooting and field shooting are available for Missouri River goose hunting, mostly on private land or through hunting clubs.

Hunting is also available on the river and limited public lands.

Decoy placement can spell success or failure for your hunt. Group species accordingly and leave landing pockets for optimum shooting opportunities. Incorporate both ducks and geese into your decoy spread as confidence builders and in case either species pass by.

East River Deer Traditional Season: Firearm, mid-November through early December. Archery, late September to December.

Range and Habitat: East of the Missouri River, deer hunters will find crops such as corn, oats, wheat, sunflowers, and soybeans attracting the whitetail deer population. Mule deer hunting is limited to counties bordering the Missouri River. Rolling pastures, tree strips, river bottoms, and cattail sloughs provide escape cover for the deer.

Deer Hunting Tips: Use of a binocular or spotting scope aids hunters locating deer on South Dakota’s vast prairies and farmland.

Most land is private and permission is needed to hunt. Hunt late in the season after opening weekend. Many landowners have guests for Continues on page 7

Hunting License Fees Combination License

Migratory Bird Cert.

(includes small game & fishing)

Resident: $5

Resident: $51

Limited Licenses:

Junior Combination

Waterfowl

(ages 16-18)

Resident: $27

Senior Combination (age 65 and older)

Resident: $36

Small Game

Non-resident: $110

Spring Turkey 1-Tag Resident: $20

Fall Turkey 1-Tag Resident: $10

Resident: $31 Non-resident: $114

Any Deer - Resident

1-Day Small Game

Any Deer

1-Tag $35

Resident: $12

Non-Resident: 1-Tag $285

Youth Small Game

Antlerless Deer 1-Tag

Non-resident: $14

Resident: $15 Non-resident: $55

Shooting Preserve

Youth Deer

Non-resident 1-day: $37 5-day: $67 Season: $87

Special Buck Resident: $155

(ages 12-15) Resident: $7

Resident: $5 Non-resident: $10

Refer to the S.D. Hunting Handbook for complete fees & regulations

Pheasant Seasons and Limits Regular Season: Oct. 20, 2012 - Jan. 6, 2013 Daily Limit: 3 Cock Pheasants • Possession Limit: 15 Cock Pheasants, taken according to the daily limit.

3-Day Resident Season: Oct. 13-15, 2012 • Youth Season: Oct. 6-10, 2012

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HUNTING GUIDES, SERVICES & LODGING

BROKEN WILLOW LODGE Lodging for hunting and fishing 31149 SD Hwy. 37, Springfield, SD 605-369-2565 www.brokenwillowlodge.com

DAKOTA HORIZINN Lodging with pheasant cleaning station, camping 205 N. SD Hwy. 37, Parkston, SD 1-800-883-3021, 605-928-3021 www.dakotahorizinn.com

CLAY BIRD SHOTGUN SPORTS

MIKE KUCHERA'S S.D. GUIDE SERVICE INC.

Shooting range, Complete shooting facility 26767 466th Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 605-361-4303 www.claybirdshotgunsports.com

Guided hunting packages for WILD pheasant 135 E. 2nd Ave., PO Box 10, Mitchell, SD 605-996-1120 www.sdpheasants.com

COUNTRY COTTAGE HIDEAWAY

SALT CAMP CABINS

Lodging in rural area 43250 Stone Church Road, Menno, SD 605-660-1410 www.countrycottagehideaway.com

Lodging West BIA #7, Rosebud, SD 605-747-2206 www.saltcamp.com

DAKOTA CUSTOM HUNT

THE BARN BED & BREAKFAST

THE COGAN HOUSE Guided or Unguided Hunts, Lodging 31133 Bon Homme Road, Tabor, SD 605-464-1046 www.thecoganhouse.com

Pheasant hunting packages, Lodging 37191 284th Street, Geddes, SD 605-337-2483

Rooster Rush 2012 South Dakota is home to the nation’s best pheasant hunting.

It is a tradition for many families and friends in communities across the state and across the country. Rooster Rush celebrates this great tradition South Dakota has always been known for. During the past three years the Rooster Rush campaign has given away an exclusive pheasant hunt in South Dakota. This year is no different as you have a chance to win a hunt with legendary Minnesota Twins, Kent Hrbek and Tim Laudner. Register to win at www.HuntInSD.com Rooster Rush will also be prominent at the annual Pheasant Fest trade show in Minneapolis in February of 2013. Make sure to attend Pheasant Fest and check out the South Dakota “Rooster Rush” Pavilion as we will be giving away another exclusive pheasant hunt along with other prizes. See you in the fields during Rooster Rush 2012!

REGISTER TO WIN a Pheasant Hunt with Kent Hrbek & Tim Laudner WWW.huNTINSd.cOm

888-353-7382 Continued from page 5 opening weekend, but welcome other hunters later in the season.

Non-resident firearm hunting opportunities are limited, and nonresidents are only able to apply for licenses after three resident drawings. Archery east river deer licenses are unlimited.

Prairie Turkey Traditional Season: Spring firearm and archery, mid- April to mid-May. Fall prairie turkey, early October through January.

Range and Habitat: In the eastern portion of the state, turkeys prefer the woods and brushy hillsides of rivers, as well as tree belts.

Turkey Hunting Tips: Acquire permission when prairie turkey hunting since most land is private.

Hunting spring turkeys late in the season is often better. Hens begin nesting later and gobblers begin wandering, making them more susceptible to calls.

Combining fall turkey hunting with other fall seasons creates an exciting hunt.

Prairie turkeys frequently use the same roost repeatedly.

Spring turkey hunters rely on camouflage and calling to lure birds into shotgun range. Always identify target before shooting.

For more information about hunting seasons, fees, and regulations, contact the South Dakota Dept. of Game, Fish & Parks, 412 W. Missouri, Pierre, SD 57501. Call (605) 223-7660 or visit www.gfp.sd.gov/hunting/.

Hunting licenses and applications are also available online.

A hunting handbook is also available online at www.gfp.sd.gov/ hunting/info-request.aspx.

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FISHING

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Reel in the Fun on Southeast South Dakota Lakes & Rivers Southeastern South Dakota has more than 175 fishing lakes ranging in size up to 29,000 acres. Glacial lakes exist in this region in addition to numerous manmade lakes constructed for water conservation and usage. Three major rivers course through the region: the Big Sioux River, James River, and Missouri River; which includes Lewis and Clark Lake, a 30-mile-long Missouri River reservoir.

This region is prepared to host fishermen year-round with open seasons on most species of fish. Private and city campgrounds, 10 state parks, and recreation areas provide more than 1,000 campsites welcoming our fishing visitors. A host of resorts and hotels are available for those who prefer the creature comforts of soft beds, hot showers, and cable TV. Accessible fishing piers have been installed in a number of state parks. These piers feature low railings, accessible ramps, sidewalks, and nearby parking. These fishing piers are found at Lake Vermillion, Lake Alvin, Lewis & Clark and Springfield Recreation Areas, Newton Hills and Lake Herman State Parks.

Free Fishing Weekend South Dakota fishing waters, excluding tribal trust land, are open to anyone May 17-19, 2013 to fish without a license. This is an excellent opportunity to introduce someone to the sport of fishing or to try your luck for the first time.

Popular Fish Species The most fished species includes walleye, sauger, channel catfish, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bullhead, bluegill, perch and crappie.

Walleye and bass compete for top honors in this region. Lewis and Clark Lake reservoir, above Gavins Point Dam, draws anglers from across the nation with its alluring combination of largemouth and smallmouth bass. Backwater bays, sandbar drop-offs, creeks, and stands of rushes provide the habitat for both species. Casting toward structure with various crankbaits, jerkbaits and spinnerbaits are popular methods, along with jigging during the heat of the summer.

Walleye, sauger and catfish also make up the catches for Lewis and Clark anglers. Walleye anglers in this region troll crankbaits to locate schools of feeding fish in the flat-bottom lakes.

Panfishermen will want to look for shallow weed beds during the spring and drop-offs during the summer. Still-fishing with a small jig or fly fishing with wet flies or small poppers is effective for bluegills.

Northern pike tend to be on the edges of weeds, rocks or other structure, which may hold the prey fish they are hunting. Lures imitating wounded prey fish work well to entice waiting pike.

For young and old alike, nothing keeps fishing attention longer than bullheads. Good bullhead waters include most lakes and the Big Sioux and James Rivers. A simple hook-and-worm combination will keep most anglers busy throughout the day.

South Dakota Hunting & Fishing Handbooks plus other publications are available online: www.gfp.sd.gov/hunting/info-request.aspx

Fishing License Fees Combination License

(includes small game & fishing)

Annual Family Fishing

Resident: $51

Non-resident: $62

Junior Combination (ages 16-18)

1-Day Fishing Resident: $9 Non-resident: $16 3-Day Fishing Non-resident: $34 Youth Fishing Non-resident: $27 Senior Fishing (65 and over) Resident: $12

Resident: $27

Senior Combination (65 and over) Resident: $36

Annual Fishing Resident: $27 Non-resident: $62 Refer to the S.D. Fishing Handbook for complete fees & regulations

License agents may charge a fee to issue any of the licenses listed.

Free Fishing Weekend: May 17-19, 2013

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Other popular fishing waters: James River, Big Sioux River, Missouri River, Splitrock Creek, Lake Carthage, Tripp Lake, Marindahl Lake, Brant Lake, Lake Madison, Lake Herman, Lake Mitchell, Lake Yankton, Vermillion Lake, Wall Lake, Burbank Lake, Lake Alvin, McCook Lake, Lake Lakota and Lake Henry.

Paddlefishing Anglers interested in paddlefishing have two options, a summer archery season or a fall snagging season. Both seasons occur in the Missouri River downstream from Gavins Point Dam, near Yankton, the only area where they can be taken legally in South Dakota.

Resident and non-resident anglers who wish to paddlefish must apply for a limited number of paddlefish tags.

Fish Hatchery and Aquarium Gavins Point National Fish Hatchery and Aquarium, near Yankton, raises the endangered pallid sturgeon and the paddlefish, which is a "species of concern" in many states. The fish are spawned at Gavins Point in their Sturgeon and Endangered Species buildings and later released to increase or maintain fish populations in the wild. The pallid sturgeon is an ancient fish that can grow up to 6 feet long and weigh 85 pounds, with a lifespan of up to 100 years. Dam construction, habitat alterations, and over-fishing are major causes of the pallid sturgeon's decline in the past 50 years. The hatchery is open to the public, however some areas are off limits to the public except through guided tours. Guided tours of the facilities may be arranged for groups by contacting the hatchery at 605-665-3352. For more information about the hatchery visit www.fws.gov/gavinspoint/

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Walleye

Ice Fishing South Dakota’s fishing season never closes so your annual license is good year-round. For the true sportsman with a warm disposition and a good down parka, ice fishing can be a great relief to cabin fever.

With the long winter days you’ll find plenty of frozen lakes to explore with good fishing all winter long. Many businesses are able to provide the ice fisherman with all the tackle and bait needed for a winter getaway.

For more information about fees and regulations, contact the South Dakota Dept. of Game, Fish & Parks, 412 W. Missouri, Pierre, SD 57501. Call (605) 223-7660 or visit www.gfp.sd.gov/fishing-boating/.

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Corsica Lake

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The Missouri National Recreational River

Birdwatching

Water Recreation

The Missouri National Recreational River preserves two stretches of the Missouri River. Forming much of the border between South Dakota and Nebraska, it is also part of the nation’s Wild and Scenic River system. Congress added the 59-mile reach between Gavins Point Dam and Ponca State Park in 1978 and the 39-mile reach, which includes the lower 20 miles of the Niobrara River and the lower eight miles of Verdigre Creek, between Ft. Randall Dam and Running Water in 1991.

In the eastern reach the "Big Muddy" is vast, spectacular and unique, flowing fast past chalk bluffs, some as high as 100 feet. The river valley is as wide as two miles in some places, a testament to the twists and turns the river has taken over the last several thousand years. Islands, bars, and chutes attest to the river’s dynamic character.

The river in the western reach is more than 20 feet deep, with thick groves of willow and cottonwood trees growing on numerous islands and sandbars. Limestone bluffs rise 250 feet over the untamed river.

The main channel twists and turns in gnarled braids from one shore to the other, and the river flows slower, sometimes as slow as a lazy two miles per hour.

Native floodplain forests, tall and mixed grass prairie remnants, and the rivers and tributaries themselves provide habitat for several endangered and threatened bird and fish species.

Things to See and Do Most visitors come to the Missouri National Recreational River for its refreshing water and premier boating, fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. You can also camp, tour powerhouses and historic sites, birdwatch, trace the Lewis and Clark Expedition, visit a fish hatchery and aquarium, and explore quiet trails.

Lewis and Clark Visitor Center Various opportunities exist to explore the Lewis and Clark saga, with the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center at Gavins Point Dam providing a particularly useful introduction to the story. The visitor center

Get a Free Brochure for the

missouri River corridor This brochure contains a map of the river along with information about activities on the river, nearby attractions and campgrounds.

Call 1-888-353-7382 or view & print at

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Canoeing

offers views of the river, Lewis and Clark Lake, and Gavins Point Dam. It has information, exhibits, a theater, and a bookstore. National Park Service and Corp of Engineers staff can help you plan your visit.

Fishing and Hunting Walleye, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bluegill, and catfish are popular catches. In season hunters take geese, ducks, quail, turkeys, pheasants, and deer. Licenses required.

For more information about the Missouri National Recreational River, contact Southeast South Dakota Tourism at 1-888-353-7382. The park’s web address is http://www.nps.gov/mnrr

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CAMPING

Campfires, Stars and Relaxation Await Sitting around a campfire under a clear sky, gazing up at the stars and listening to the sounds of the night can relax your body, pacify your mind and restore your spirits. Area campgrounds offer everything from primitive tent camping to full service resort accommodations.

Lewis & Clark Recreation Area, near Yankton, is a popular camping area situated along beautiful Lewis & Clark Lake and offers many prime waterfront campsites and camping cabins, equestrian camp/trails, paved trail, mountain bike area, soccer field, white sand swimming beaches, plus as a full service marina, restaurant, and resort facilities with a pool.

If a smaller quiet park setting is more your style, try Springfield Recreation Area, just upriver from Lewis & Clark Recreation Area.

This area is known for its bass fishing. A nearby golf course overlooks the Missouri River. This park is a good base for waterfowl hunting in the fall. A paved bicycle and hiking trail connects the park to the town.

Newton Hills State Park, near Canton, is a wooded oasis providing shaded campsites and scenic vistas. Its Woodland Trail is a National Recreational Trail and offers excellent bird watching. There is a six-mile multi-use trail, arboretum trail, and a lookout tower with a great scenic view. The park also offers equestrian campsites along with corrals and equestrian trails.

Union Grove State Park, south of Beresford, has secluded campsites and features

a large variety of trees and shrubs for an impressive display of fall color. Wildlife and many bird species thrive in the park. The park offers a hiking/biking trail, bridle trail, and equestrian camps/corrals.

Colorful quartzite cliffs along with a colorful past, including Jesse James, make Palisades State Park, near Garretson, a unique and scenic campground. Walking trails lead through quartzite formations along the scenic Split Rock Creek. Canoeing is another popular activity here. The cliffs also provide rock climbing opportunities.

History and water-based recreation attract many campers to Lake Herman State Park at Madison, with white sand beaches and tree covered rolling hills. Nearby Walker’s Point Recreation Area has a modern campground on Lake Madison with easy lake access. Canoe and kayak rentals are available. A trail leads through grass prairie, wetlands and historic sites such as a restored 1871 cabin and cemetery.

Big Sioux Recreation Area, a great canoer's haven, lies on the banks of the Big Sioux River, near Brandon, with easy access to Sioux Falls. Facilities and services include wooded and prairie trails among some of the oldest trees in the state, GPS trail, disc golf, and an historic 1869 homestead cabin.

Lake Vermillion, southwest of Sioux Falls is popular among fishermen, boaters, and swimmers in the summer. Fall sportsmen can find waterfowl and upland game nearby, making it an ideal hunting camp.

Facilities and services include hiking trail, fishing dock, canoe rental.

Private and city sponsored campgrounds can also be found in most communities. Each campground offers a unique camping experience.

Many of these campgrounds are open year-round for sportsmen or those who enjoy the quieter seasons.

More information about South Dakota State Parks is available online: www.gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/

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Prairie Village Campground 2 miles west on Hwy. 34 & 81, 1-800-693-3644

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KOA Mitchell 41255 S.D. Hwy. 38, 605-996-1131

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Union Grove State Park 11 mi. S of Beresford off I-29, 605-987-2263

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Reservations are accepted as few as two days prior to arrival when using a credit card, or 10 days for other payment methods. Lewis & Clark has designated same-day reservation campsites. A weekend campsite report is available on the state park website at www.gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/ each Wednesday, during the reservation season.

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Get Off the Beaten Path and Take a Trail to Adventure There are many ways to explore southeast South Dakota any season of the year. One is on the extensive trail systems offered at many state parks and communities throughout the region. Just pick your favorite mode of transportation: bicycle, horseback, cross-country skis, snowmobile, or your own two feet.

Guided “Walk and Talk” hikes are available at state parks or take along your favorite bird, animal or plant book and make your own nature walk. Trails range from paved and level surfaces to terrain suitable for only extreme mountain bikers or hikers.

Adams Homestead & Nature Preserve The trails at Adams Homestead, near North Sioux City, feature native prairie grass along the Missouri River, as well as wild-life viewing blinds. A trail meanders through a century old homestead. Guided golf cart tours are available for visitors with physical limitations.

Big Sioux Recreation Area & Beaver Creek Nature Area On the banks of the Big Sioux River, this area offers some of the best examples of tallgrass prairie in eastern South Dakota. Trails ramble through woodland and prairie. Winter hosts snowshoers and snowmobilers. Beaver Creek Nature Area, also near Brandon, is a great area to view a variety of wildlife; and features an 1870’s cabin.

Big Sioux Recreation Trail & Greenway Walk, jog, or bike your way along the Big Sioux River in Sioux Falls. This trail connects with the Falls Park bike trail.

Devil’s Gulch Scenic hiking trail to Devil’s Falls and Devil’s Stairway, Garretson.

Great Bear Recreation Park Hiking trails range from hard surface to back country deer trails which are available for cross country skiing in winter, Sioux Falls.

Lake Herman State Park Easy hiking trails through grass prairie, wetlands and historic sites, near Madison.

Lake Mitchell Hiking/biking trail around the lake connects to city of Mitchell.

Lake Vermillion Recreation Area Easy hiking trail at Lake Vermillion, 5 miles S of I-90, Montrose exit.

Lewis & Clark Recreation Area This park, near Yankton, offers a paved trail that winds along the shore of Lewis & Clark Lake and through wooded areas, and a rugged multi-use trail for equestrian riders, hikers and mountain bikers. Enjoy scenic winter views of the lake from the snowmobile trails.

Snowmobile trails and snowball fights

Chief White Crane Recreation Area Trails for hiking and biking at Lake Yankton, near Yankton.

Clay County Park Trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding along the last natural stretch of the Missouri River.

Just pick your favorite mode of transportation: bicycle, horseback, cross-country skis, snowmobile or your own two feet.

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Hiking/biking trail along The Dells of the Big Sioux River, Dell Rapids.

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Spirit Mound Historic Prairie

Miles of paved trails throughout the city of Yankton and an additional 20 miles of trails lead to and along Lewis and Clark Lake. The double decker Meridian Bridge offers great views of the Missouri River.

Stand where Lewis and Clark stood 200 years ago, by taking the three-quarter mile trail to the summit of Spirit Mound, near Vermillion, where over 300 acres of prairie are being restored.

Newton Hills State Park

Siouxland Snowmobile Trail

Newton Hills’ Woodland Trail, near Canton, is on the National Recreational Trails registry. It crosses dense basswood and oak forests, as well as open grasslands. An observation tower promises an amazing view. Enjoy breathtaking displays of fall color.

The Siouxland Trails offer 126 miles of snowmobile trails between Sioux Falls, Dell Rapids, Renner, Coleman, Madison, and Hartford.

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Springfield Recreation Area Easy paved hiking/biking trail connects to the town of Springfield.

Union Grove State Park

Two mile hiking trail through prairie and woodland, Sioux Falls.

Palisades State Park Four trails twist and turn through scenic quartzite formations along Split Rock Creek at Palisades State Park, near Garretson. A challenging climb awaits on towering Sioux quartzite spires and sheer cliff walls.

The park features a large variety of trees which provide impressive fall color and attract many birds, making this a great hike for birdwatchers. Horseback riders have 150 acres of rolling hills at their disposal.

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ROCK CLIMBING

Experience Palisades from a Different Perspective Ever been told to "hang in there?" You hear that a lot around Palisades State Park. A small, but scenic geologic wonder, Palisades State Park is nestled among the sheer cliffs overlooking the Split Rock Creek just a short half-hour’s drive from Sioux Falls. The park offers the regular menu of outdoor recreation opportunities, including camping, hiking, picnicking, and sight-seeing. However it also offers a unique form of outdoor excitement for the more adventuresome at heart.

You see, Palisades is one of just a few premier rock climbing sites in the Midwest. Numerous climbing routes are easily accessed and provide a wide assortment of climbing experiences. The 1.6 billion year old Sioux quartzite formations play host to a variety of face and crack climbs, with even a few hidden bouldering sites thrown in for good measure. Whether top-roping a novice route on South Wall or Rattlesnake Rock, or a more ambitious route at Swing Set Cove or on Positron, climbers from all over the Midwest make the trek to Palisades to take on the forces of gravity.

Since climbing is just one of many popular activities taking place at Palisades, there are a number of common courtesies expected. Also, since the geologic resources and related ecosystems are unique, and in some cases quite fragile, a few climbing restrictions have been developed over the years. In response, a group of local climbers worked closely with park officials to develop a brochure about Rock Climbing Safety and Etiquette at Palisades State Park.

The brochure offers special tips on lowimpact climbing, resource protection, co-existing with other park visitors and safe climbing practices.

The nearby City of Garretson, just two miles north of the park, provides all the services necessary for an extended visit. With a campground, gas stations, grocery store, eating establishments, a motel, convenience

stores, specialty shops, a new library, mechanics and even a few local "watering holes", this small community does it right when it comes to welcoming the traveling public. And for the history buff seeking to learn more about the legendary Jesse James and his "leap of faith", the Garretson city park at Devil’s Gulch adds a unique dimension to what the Palisades area has to offer.

When you think of rock climbing, you don’t always have to venture out to the mountains. Sometimes a prairie oasis like Palisades State Park may offer more than Rock Climbing at Palisades State Park meets the eye. And the views experienced while hanging from a rope fifty feet above the waters of Split Rock Creek are quite different than those experienced by other park visitors. It’s all a matter of perspective!

Palisades State Park is located 10 miles north of I-90 off Exit 406 near Brandon. Copies of the Palisades climbing brochure are available at the park entrance station, office or by mail (call 605-594-3824). It can also be downloaded from the park webpage: www.gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/ directory/palisades/.

For more info, contact Palisades State Park, 25495 485th Avenue, Garretson, SD 57030.

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Split Rock Creek Palisades State Park

River Rambling in Southeast South Dakota The rivers and lakes of South Dakota provide canoeists and kayakers with excellent opportunities to enjoy nature, breathe fresh air, learn about area history and get some exercise. As you enjoy these waters, please stay safe and protect the environment.

Some South Dakota streams are passable year-round, while others offer seasonal floating only after snowmelt or rain in spring and early summer.

Canoe/kayak trips can be just a couple of hours or a week-long adventure depending on the river and your time. Identify all access areas and hazards before beginning. Sometimes portages are needed to get around dams, fences and sandbars. Always have a contingency plan to get off the river earlier than planned if weather or river conditions change or a paddler becomes sick or tired.

Most shorelines in South Dakota are privately owned.

Permission must be secured before going on the land. When paddlers are polite and respectful of property rights, many landowners are happy to grant camping permission. River sandbars may appear to be excellent camping sites but be aware that water releases from the dams on the Missouri River and rainfall can result in rising water.

South Dakota law requires that non-motorized boats over 12 feet long, including canoes and kayaks, be licensed in South Dakota or another state. The registration decal must be shown on each side of

the bow. Paddlers are encouraged, but not required, to display license numbers on their watercraft for easier identification, to provide more theft protection and to operate in other states that require affixed license numbers.

Every person in the watercraft must have a U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device that fits properly, is readily available and in good and serviceable condition.

Kayak on the Missouri River at sunset

Area rivers and lakes provide canoeists and kayakers with opportunities to enjoy nature, breathe fresh air, learn about area history and get some exercise.

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Vermillion River

Originating in northeastern South Dakota, the Big Sioux River winds southward to Sioux Falls, where it forms the boundary between South Dakota and Iowa until it meets the Missouri River. With good water levels in the spring and early summer, it is possible to paddle from US 14 near Brookings to the river’s confluence with the Missouri River.

Paddlers favor the segment from Lien Park in Sioux Falls to Newton Hills State Park. This stretch can usually be paddled spring and summer.

Points of interest include the Big Sioux Recreation Area, Gitchie Manitou Park, old Klondike Mills site, and Newton Hills State Park. Big Sioux and Newton Hills have canoe launch sites and camping facilities.

A park entrance license is required for these state parks.

There are several dangerous low head dams where watercraft must be portaged to the other side. Know where the dams are and portage them.

They may look harmless but the water action just below the dam has taken human lives. Be certain to locate ALL dams before setting out.

Generally, this scenic river can be paddled from spring to fall from Centerville south to the Missouri River. Launching access may be found at township, county, state, and federal rights-of-way that cross the river.

Late summer and fall canoeing is best from the road crossing east of Wakonda to the Missouri River. Colorful fall foliage is especially showy from Vermillion southward.

Missouri River Two segments are administered by the National Park Service as the Missouri National Recreational River. They are also in the National Wild and Scenic River System. Today, these sections look much like they did in the early 1800s during the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Due to the currents and sudden windstorms, these segments are for experienced paddlers only. If there is one thing that the “Mighty Mo” demands, it is respect.

The first segment is 39 miles from the Randall Creek Recreation Area at Pickstown to Running Water. The river is wide and clear, and has many sandbars and small islands.

The second segment is 59 miles long from below Gavins Point Dam to Ponca State Park in Nebraska. This segment has several large islands and sandbars. Sandbars and wooded islands make great stopping places as do the few camping, boating and picnicking areas developed by South Dakota and Nebraska. If you choose to camp on islands, pick ones with trees at least 6-8 feet tall.

There are no rapids, but sunken sandbars, snags and other obstacles abound. An eddy is a sure sign of an obstacle just below the water’s surface. The Missouri is 20 feet or more deep in places. Know your paddling ability and don’t exceed it. For more info: http://www.nps.gov/mnrr.

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Split Rock Creek From its source in Pipestone County, Minn., Split Rock Creek winds a scenic route through northeastern Minnehaha County before meeting the Big Sioux River east of Sioux Falls. During high water flow in the spring and after heavy summer rain, it is one of South Dakota’s best streams for white-water paddlers. If you are not an experienced white-water paddler, some stretches can be hazardous.

Access can be found at Palisades State Park by Garretson, and McHardy Park in Brandon, as well as township, county, state, and federal rights-of-way that cross the river. The sheer walls of red quartzite that line portions of the creek provide a scenic trip for paddlers.

James River The James River, a typical prairie stream, has been noted as the longest unnavigable river in the world. Fortunately, this distinction doesn’t apply to paddlers who travel the river in spring and early summer. There are a number of access points near US and SD Highways.

Lakes to Paddle Many South Dakota state parks have lakes that have easy access and are fun to paddle. These parks include Chief White Crane Recreation Area near Yankton, Lake Alvin near Harrisburg, Lake Herman State Park and Walkers Point Recreation Area near Madison, Lake Vermillion near Montrose and Newton Hills State Park near Canton.

For additional info contact the S.D. Dept. of Game, Fish & Parks 605-773-3391, or Southeast South Dakota Tourism, 1-888-353-7382.

Also visit www.gfp.sd.gov/to-do/canoeing/ for more info.

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Ramada Sioux Falls, 407 S Lyons Ave, 330-0000, 800-272-6232

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Red Roof Inn, 3500 S Gateway Blvd, 605-361-1864, 800-733-7663

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Residence Inn by Marriott, 4509 W. Empire Place, 605-361-2202, 1-800-331-3131

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Sleep Inn, 1500 N Kiwanis Ave, 605-339-3992

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Staybridge Suites, 2505 S. Carolyn Ave., 605-361-2298

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Super 8 Motel, I-229 & E 10th, 605-338-8881, 800-800-8000

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Super 8 Motel, 4100 W 41st St, 605-361-9719, 800-800-8000

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Shady Rest Motel, 1401 Main Street, 605-589-4002

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Comfort Inn, 701 W Cherry, 605-624-8333, 800-228-5150

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The Prairie Inn, 912 N Dakota St., 605-624-2657, 605-624-2219

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Best Western Kelly Inn, 1607 E Hwy 50, 605-665-2906, 800-528-1234

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Days Inn, 2410 Broadway, 605-665-8717, 800-DAYS INN

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Holiday Inn Express, 2607 Broadway, 605-665-3177, 866-252-5317

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Lewis & Clark Resort, Lewis & Clark Lake, 605-665-2680

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Grand Falls Casino Resort, 1415 Grand Falls Blvd, Larchwood, IA, 877-511-4FUN

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The Lakes Lodge, 20 Golf Drive, 605-483-3544

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Country Cottage Hideaway, 28936 433rd Ave., 605-387-5256, 605-660-1410

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Salt Camp Cabins, West BIA #7, 605-747-2206

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Humphrey’s Bed & Breakfast, 3901 S. Hawthorne, 605-338-9310

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Broken Willow Lodge, 31149 SD Hwy. 37, 605-369-2565

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Lewis & Clark Resort Lodge & Cabins, Lewis & Clark Lake, 605-665-2680

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Steever House Bed & Breakfast, 46850 276th St., 605-647-5055

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Quality Inn & Suites, 5410 N. Granite Lane, 605-336-1900

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While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these listings, all information is subject to change.

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SERVICES DIRECTORY

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COMMUNITY INFO Madison Located at the junction of SD Highways 34 & 81, Madison is nestled between Lake Herman and Lake Madison. Camping, fishing, golfing, hunting & snowmobiling are available in season. Abundant area farmland provides plenty of upland game, big game, and waterfowl. A variety of lodging and dining options offer something for everyone.

Madison Area Chamber of Commerce, 605-2562454. www.chamberofmadisonsd.com, Email: director@chamberofmadisonsd.com

Mitchell

Yankton Lewis & Clark Recreation Area Located on the Missouri River, Yankton offers everything for outdoor enthusiasts from archery at Easton Archery Training Center to boating and camping on Lewis and Clark Lake. Yankton offers excellent hunting and fishing opportunities and is the headquarters to the world’s largest archery association, the National Field Archery Association. Visitor information: 1-800-888-1460, visityankton@visityanktonsd.com or visit www.visityanktonsd.com

LODGING

Served by the Mitchell Municipal Airport or located just 1 hour from the Sioux Falls Regional Airport which is served by Northwest, Delta, United and Allegiant Air. Home to Cabela’s with over 1,000 hotel accommodations, great restaurants and nightlife. For free information call 605-996-6223 or email us at cvb@visitmitchell.com, www.visitmitchell.com or www.searchmitchell.com

BEST WESTERN PLUS Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center, Sioux Falls

Platte

ClubHouse Hotel & Suites, Sioux Falls

Platte is located on Highways 44 and 45, just 14 miles east of the Missouri River, Lake Francis Case, and three state parks offering fishing, boating, camping and swimming! Platte also offers some of the nation's best pheasant hunting. Variety of dining and lodging options available. Contact the Platte Area Chamber of Commerce at (888) 297-8175, plattechamber@midstatesd.net or www.plattesd.org

Sioux Falls - The Heart of America South Dakota’s largest city is just one hour off the Lewis & Clark Trail. We have 4,000 hotel rooms and over 500 restaurants to satisfy anyone’s palate. Sioux Falls is conveniently located at the intersection of Interstates 29 & 90. Call the Sioux Falls Convention & Visitors Bureau for your free visitor packet at 800333-2072, or log on at www.siouxfallscvb.com, Email: sfcvb@siouxfalls.com

Springfield - The Best Kept Secret in South Dakota Located along the Missouri River, Springfield is rich in recreational, scenic, and outdoor opportunities. Camping, boating, fishing, hunting, golfing, and lodging are all available. Come enjoy all the pleasures Springfield has to offer. Don’t miss our annual 4th of July Celebration! Visit www.springfieldsd.com

3200 W. Maple, Sioux Falls, SD 57107, (605) 336-0650. Website: SiouxFalls.BWRamkota.com Hunting for a place to stay? You’ll feel right at home at the Ramkota! Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill. Pet friendly. Free Bags of Ice. Freezer space available for your game.

“When 2nd Best Just Isn’t Good Enough!” 100 luxurious rooms and suites. Complimentary deluxe breakfast featuring hot waffles. Pet friendly. Free Wireless Internet. Business Center. Connected to Carino’s Italian Grill. Complimentary airport and local shuttle. Great location near mall, dining and shopping. AAA Official Appointment. 2320 S. Louise Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (Off I-29 exit 78), (605) 361-8700, Reservations: (866) 534-8700, www.siouxfalls.clubhouseinn.com

Grand Falls Casino Resort™ A Vegas-inspired casino, a world-class golf course, superior shopping, a luxurious hotel, top-notch entertainment, a relaxing spa, and first-class dining. Grand Falls Casino Resort™ is the place to Live it Up!™ 712-777-7777 (local), 877-511-4FUN (toll-free), 1415 Grand Falls Blvd., PO Box 38, Larchwood, IA 51241, www.GrandFallsCasinoResort.com

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, Yankton Our hotel features include a pool, whirlpool fitness room, business center, and free high speed internet. Also, hot continental breakfast and free local calls. We have 58 guest rooms, Jacuzzi suites and family suites. 2607 Broadway Ave, Yankton, SD 57078, 605-665-3177, www.hiexpress.com/ esyanktonsd, email: hieyankton@hotmail.com

Maroney Commons, Howard With our state-of-the-art conference space, beautiful and comfortable accommodations at Windward Inn, onsite Forecast Restaurant featuring a delicious variety of American cuisine, and attached Maroney’s Bar, we’ve got all you need right here in Howard, SD. 103 South Main Street, Howard, SD, 605-772-4700, www.maroneycommons.com, www.facebook.com/maroneycommons

Quality Inn & Suites, Sioux Falls Beautiful hotel conveniently located off of I-90 and I-29 at Exit 83. Spacious rooms with microwaves, refrigerators, and free internet, and indoor pool/whirlpool, fitness room, free continental breakfast, business center, guest laundry and airport shuttle. Come and experience quality service today. 5410 N Granite Lane, Sioux Falls, SD 57107, (605) 336-1900, www.qualityinn.com/hotel/sd062, Email: sfqualityinn@yahoo.com

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