PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — South Dakota saw more camping nights at its state parks and recreation area in 2024 than the year before. And, looking ahead, the director of the South Dakota Parks and ...

From farmland to open rolling prairieland, the state parks in South Dakota are beautiful and natural open spaces to visit.

Complete Guide to Custer State Park in South Dakota. Lodging, Camping, Things to do, Bison, Wildlife Loop Drive, and so much more. All of the best ways to enjoy this epic park in the beautiful Black ...

During the last two years, South Dakota state parks have seen record use. Many people have bought campers and tents to join us at the parks to enjoy the outdoors. With the increase of new guests and ...

There are more than 60 state parks and recreation areas spread across South Dakota – and if you're planning to visit in 2026, annual passes are already available. The annual entrance licenses, valid ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Weekday camping is waning at South Dakota State Parks and that needs attention, the state’s director of parks and recreation said at Friday meeting. “It’s the weekdays where ...

They came, they saw, they camped! My name is Heath Stone, and I am the park manager of three parks in the Watertown Area — Pelican Lake Recreation Area, Sandy Shore Recreation Area and Lake Cochrane ...

Campfires. Beaches. Trail hikes. Boating. Sunscreen. S’mores. Mosquitoes. While those may be a few months away, the time to start making plans and reservations for camping in our beautiful South ...