South Dakota State Parks: Mount Rushmore Region Retreats

Explore the unique landscapes and historical sites of South Dakota’s state parks.

Sunset during Autumn at Union Grove State Park

Union Grove State Park

Union Grove State Park lies nestled within the woodlands near Brule Creek in southeastern South Dakota, not far from Beresford. […]

A view of a grove of trees at the start of autumn with leaves changing colors and a field in the foreground at Sica Hollow State Park

Sica Hollow State Park

Thick hardwood forests, rustic bridges across streams, and wildflower prairies surround Sica Hollow State Park 30 miles east of Britton

Cabins on the edge of the lake at Roy Lake State Park

Roy Lake State Park

Roy Lake State Park lies nestled within the woodlands surrounding picturesque Roy Lake 17 miles east of Britton in northeastern

Split Rock Creek through the trees at Palisades State Park

Palisades State Park

Situated along the Big Sioux River, just 30 minutes from Sioux Falls, Palisades State Park is a stunning public recreation

the edge of the water at Oakwood Lakes State Park during autumn

Oakwood Lakes State Park

Oakwood Lakes State Park lies nestled within the woodlands and grasslands surrounded by 8 ancient glacial lakes only 40 miles

a watchtower under the stars at Newton Hills State Park

Newton Hills State Park

Whether you need somewhere just to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature, or a place that provides you with

Sunset over the boat launch at Lake Herman State Park

Lake Herman State Park

Scenic Lake Herman State Park lies along Lake Herman, nestled within a peninsula of oak woodlands and prairie grasses minutes

the lake at Hartford Beach State Park at night

Hartford Beach State Park

Rocky bluffs, hardwood forests, and mixed grass and wildflower prairies surround this picturesque park located in Northeastern South Dakota only

two campers at Fisher Grove State Park in South Dakota

Fisher Grove State Park

Scenic woodlands, mixed-grass prairie, and wetlands surround the James River inside Fisher Grove State Park. This picturesque area lies 8

Visitor Center at Good Earth State Park

Good Earth State Park

Nestled along the Big Sioux River surrounded by mixed grass prairie and an oak forest lies serene Good Earth State

Officers' quarters at Fort Sisseton Historic State Park

Fort Sisseton Historic State Park

Fort Sisseton Historic State Park lies along Kettle Lake surrounded by mixed-grass and wildflower prairies 18 miles south of Britton

A gorgeous view of the rocky landscape of Bear Butte State Park, South Dakota

Bear Butte State Park

Bear Butte State Park lies deep within the sacred Black Hills of South Dakota, only 8 miles north of Sturgis.

rock formations around a lake at custer state park in south dakota

Custer State Park

Take a relaxing break by granite peaks and rolling plains at Custer State Park. Bring your entire family to this

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