South Dakota Glacial Lakes 2024 Travel Guide

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Glacial Lakes

NORTHEAST REGION

2024 OFFICIAL TRAVEL GUIDE

FAMILY ATTRACTIONS • GREAT EVENTS • OUTDOOR RECREATION

PLAN YOUR FISHING TRIP OF A LIFETIME!

GLACIAL LAKES WALLEYE

Home to some of the best fishing in the Upper Midwest By Jason Mitchell

Northeastern South Dakota features a vast rolling prairie

terrain referred to as the Prairie Coteau. Formed by

glaciers, the landscape is hallmarked with staggering

numbers of wetlands, marshes and lakes. Some lakes

in particular like Bitter Lake and Waubay Lake are fairly

large bodies of water each encompassing more than

thirty thousand acres. There are many lakes in the

region, however that are small, less than five thousand

acres. Beginning in the mid-nineties, we experienced

the start of a wet cycle that filled up many of these

lakes and in some cases formed new lakes. The highwater

phenomena created some of the most incredible

fishing in the United States. This new water not only

provides more room for fish to swim. The productivity,

growth rates and young of the year fish recruitment

raised eyebrows. From a biological perspective, nothing

is more fertile, more productive than a new lake. While

many of these lakes were indeed new and unknown, we

didn’t have to wait very long so many of these obscure

lakes to make this region famous.

What I love about this area in particular is the variety.

There are large renown fisheries like Bitter Lake and

Waubay Lake that have been on the radar of walleye

anglers and ice anglers for several decades. Every time

I visit this part of the world, however, there is a new

hot lake it seems. The region boasts some tremendous

walleye fishing and is also really renowned for ice fishing

jumbo perch but there is more. The quality of panfish

like crappie and bluegill in some lakes would shock

many anglers. The smallmouth bass fishing is also top

tier. I have friends that drive all the way to Watertown

or Webster, South Dakota every year from places like

Arkansas and Missouri just to target smallmouth bass.

They can’t believe how great the bass fishing is.

Really a special area where you attempt to get lost on

purpose with all the great fishing available. This region

has some of the best walleye fishing. Casting a crankbait

into three feet of water or pulling a bottom bouncer and

spinner at two miles per hour isn’t really what you would

call finesse fishing. These fish can often be extremely

aggressive and that is probably the final factor that

makes this region so special for walleye anglers.

Walleye, perch, bass, and crappies will make us your

favorite fishing spot. Be sure to check our website for

weekly fishing reports, fishing videos, and more!

SDGlacialLakes.com

GLACIAL LAKES & PRAIRIES TOURISM ASSOCIATION

COME SEE WHAT’S INSIDE

WELCOME TO SOUTH DAKOTA’S.......... 2-3

NORTHEAST REGION

CITY MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY. ......... 4-11

ATTRACTIONS/EVENTS.................12-19

TRIBAL CASINOS............ 17, 39, 49, 53, 74

BED & BREAKFAST/RETREATS...........20-21

FEATURED TRAVEL WRITERS..... 22-25, 62-63

ANTIQUES/MUSEUMS..................... 26

TRAVEL SERVICE DIRECTORY...........27-61

REGIONAL MAP OF ....................40-41

NORTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA

GOLF COURSES/RIDING TRAILS............ 64

OUTDOOR SERVICE DIRECTORY........65-79

Adventure

YOUR NEXT

IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK

Towering granite

peaks. Endless trail

options. Millions of

acres of national forest

and parks. The expansive

lands of the Black

Hills and Badlands of

South Dakota will leave

you feeling refreshed

and rejuvenated.

Whether you're into

adrenaline-soaked

trail rides, easy going

hikes, fantastic wildlife,

or calendar-worthy

scenery, there's plenty

of experiences waiting

for you.

Our great places

and great outdoors

are wide open for

adventure. Consider

this your invitation to

experience monumental.

SOUTH DAKOTA ............... 47, 49, 50, 59,

GAME, FISH, & PARKS 69-73, 78, 80

GLACIAL LAKES........................74-78

CAMPING/ ............50, 59, 65, 72-73, 77, 80

STATE PARKS

MINNESOTA SERVICE DIRECTORY ......78-79

GLACIAL LAKES & PRAIRIES................ 80

National Parks • Lakota Culture • Scenic Drives • Wildlife

For Relocation Information

review our City Membership

Directory on pages 4-11.

Visit their City and Chamber

websites for more details.

#DiscoverBlackHills

800.344.9834 • BlackHillsBadlands.com

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INSIDE

WELCOME TO SOUTH DAKOTA’S

NORTHEAST REGION!

Oh the roads you will travel and the characters you will meet

along the way. Family attractions, historical museums, great

events, and family owned friendly businesses await you. Travel

with your friends to tour and sample a local winery or brewery.

Visit with soldiers and reenactors during the annual Fort

Sisseton Historical Festival. Explore the home of Laura Ingalls

Wilder in De Smet. Or play amongst the Wizard of Oz Characters

at Storybook Land in Aberdeen.

Vacation time is meant to be taken. It’s quality time, with family

and friends, enjoying and living life. Vacation is also time to just

be in the moment, and we have many great places, people, and

events to enhance your next road trip. Visit the Terry Redlin

Art Center in Watertown to view over 160 of Redlin’s original

oil paintings. Spend the day at play with your grandchildren at

the Children’s Museum of South Dakota in Brookings. Family

fun awaits you at one of our many great events including the

Buckhorn Rodeo in Britton, the South Dakota State Fair in Huron,

or Celebrate Sisseton in Sisseton.

TAKE THE BACK ROADS

5 TOP ADVENTURES LIST

12-19 2024 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

20 & 21 BED & BREAKFAST/RETREATS

22-25 FEATURED TRAVEL WRITERS

62-63

26

40 & 41

MUSEUMS & HISTORICAL

SITES

REGIONAL MAP OF

NORTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA

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GLACIAL LAKES &

PRAIRIES TOURISM

ASSOCIATION

P.O. Box 244

Watertown, South Dakota 57201-0244

Phone (605) 886-7305

1-800-244-8860


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Our Glacial Lakes Travel Guide is

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The abbey of the hills inn

& retreat center, marvin, SD

Family Attractions

Take the back roads for an affordable family road trip.

Experience great events,

museums, fun attractions, and so much more!

SDGlacialLakes.com

mccrory gardens,

brookings, SD

RECONNECTING WITH INCREDIBLE

EXPERIENCES IN NORTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA

written by Sara Broers,

Travel Writer/Blogger at Travel With Sara

Northeast South Dakota is filled with numerous adventures.

This past year, I found myself exploring more of the area. It

has quickly become an area of the Midwest that I continue

to brag about to others. You may be asking, “Why?” I enjoyed

the people and unique experiences you can only find in

Northeast South Dakota.

It continues to surprise me. No matter where or how far you

travel, there are magical experiences all around you. Joy

Ranch, Storybook Land, McCrory Gardens, and The Abbey of

the Hills offer a magical time for you and your family. Spend

an hour, a half day, or a full day at any of these places, and

you will be excited to share your experiences with others.

READ MORE OF SARA BROERS’S TRAVEL EXPERIENCE @ WWW.SDGLACIALLAKES.COm

storybook land and

the land of OZ, aberdeen, SD

1-800-244-8860 3


CITY MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY

(For more info, see pgs. 12-13, 15-16, 18-20, 22, 24-26, 52-58, 70, 74, IBC)

Home to the Terry Redlin Art Center,

Bramble Park Zoo, amazing boutiques,

restaurants, breweries and great events year

round, Watertown is a small community with

massive amounts of fun.

visitwatertownsd.com | 605.753.0282 | Let's get social!

(For more info, see pgs. 14, 16, 18, 23, 32-34)

BRING YOUR FAMILY

TO BROOKINGS!

1321 6 th Street, Brookings, SD

605.692.7444

VISITBROOKINGSSD.COM

Dig up dinosaur bones at the Children’s Museum of SD or ride the trails at Dakota Nature Park.

Explore our agriculture history and the state’s artistic gem on the campus of South Dakota

State University. Just be sure to bring your appetite for local and international flavors, as well

as the one-and-only SDSU Ice Cream. Adventure and excitement are just around the corner in

Brookings, South Dakota!

(For more info, see pgs. 15, 32-34)

VisitBrookingsSD VisitBrookingsSD VisitBrookings

Lake Norden

Changing the way we look at rural SD

Visit us in the heart of eastern South Dakota’s

lake region. Hunting and fishing

opportunities abound.

While in Lake Norden be sure to visit the “Don Christman

Farm Toy Museum” and the “South Dakota Amateur

Baseball Hall of Fame.”

The Independence Day Celebration

in Lake Norden is a special time.

Attend an old-fashioned

community bar-b-que

on the evening of

the 3rd of July, and

on the 4th, watch the

local baseball team play an area team.

Finish off the celebration by viewing one of the

largest displays of fireworks in the area.


(For more info, see pgs. 44-45)

Call City Hall (605) 785-3602 • www.lakenorden.govoffice.com

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With its geographical location, business and educational opportunities, plus a friendly

community environment, Britton has something to offer everyone. The natural

resources, sprawling prairie, hills forged by ancient glaciers and the sky blue waters of

nearby lakes leaves a lasting impression. It is an exceptional quality of life.

So, go ahead and discover for yourself why the VIEW is great from here!

(For more info, see pages 17, 31)

Britton Area Chamber of Commerce

(605) 448-5323 • brittonchamber@venturecomm.net

City of Britton

(605) 448-5721 • www.brittonsouthdakota.com




dempsey’s, watertown, SD

With the wind vineyard & winery, rosholt SD

TAKE THE BACK ROADS

GLACIAL LAKES & PRAIRIES REGION OF NORTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA

Top Adventures List

Take your family to the BRAMBLE PARK ZOO in

Watertown. View over 600 animals from around

the world and those native to SD.

Visit SOUTH DAKOTA’S ONLY 110 FT. ELEVATOR MURAL

in Faulkton by Internationally-known artist Guido van Helten.

Experience LAURA INGALLS WILDER in

De Smet with your Grandkids.

Take an AG TOUR or visit a HUTTERITE COLONY.

Learn more about the Native American Culture

by attending a WACIPI (POWWOW).

Learn what it was like to be a Soldier at

FORT SISSETON HISTORIC STATE PARK over 150 years ago.

Learn why Rodeo is South Dakota’s State Sport

by attending the CRYSTAL SPRINGS RODEO in

Clear Lake or the ESTELLINE RODEO DAYS.

Enjoy a visit to a winery or brewery. Stop by WITH THE

WIND VINEYARD & WINERY near Rosholt, or savor a beer

and lunch at WATERTOWN BREWING CO., or DEMPSEY’S

BREWERY, RESTAURANT & PUB in Watertown.

Visit the REDLIN ART CENTER in Watertown

where over 160 original oil paintings of world

famous artist Terry Redlin are on display.

Take your kids for a walk along the yellow brick

road at STORYBOOK LAND and the LAND OF OZ in Aberdeen.

WALLEYE is our State Fish and the RINGNECK

PHEASANT is our State Bird. NORTHEAST SOUTH

DAKOTA is a SPORTSMAN’S PARADISE for both.

(For more info, see pgs. 17, 19, 48-50)

SISSETON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

406 2ND AVE W., SISSETON, SD 57262 • (605) 698-7261

1-800-244-8860 5



(For more info, see pgs. 14, 17, 22, 27-28, 66, 68, IBC)

(For more info, see pgs. 15, 20, 36-38, 45, 66, 68, 77)

GREAT STORIES

START HERE

(For more info, see pgs. 42-43, 68-69)

Fun for All Ages!

Home of the World’s

Largest Pheasant

Ringneck Festival Competitive

Hunt & Bird Dog Challenge

Oct 21 - Nov 2, 2024

Top Notch Pheasant Hunting

on Public or Private Land

Splash Central Waterpark

Murals on the Town

Dakotaland & Pyle House

Museums

Ravine Lake Recreation Area

Beautiful Public Parks

Three Golf Courses

Host of SD State Fair

Aug 29 - Sept 2, 2024

1725 Dakota Ave S, Huron, SD • 605.352.0000 • HuronSD.com • HuntHuronSD.com


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Milbank – You’ll like Milbank

Milbank has something to offer

everyone. We have beautiful

community parks, Flynn Prairie

Nature Trail, a community fitness

center, Sculpture Garden and

thriving locally owned businesses

to welcome you to town. Whether

you are here to vacation or

relocate there is something for

everyone!

Annual Events:

■ Farley Fest

■ Fireworks Display

■ Cinco de Mayo Fiesta

■ Hometown Christmas

Local Attractions:

■ 18 Hole Golf Course

■ Disc Golf

■ Nature Walking Path

■ Community Fitness Center

(For more info, see pgs. 14, 16, 46)

Milbank Area Chamber of Commerce • 1001 E. 4th Avenue, Suite 101

Milbank, SD 57252 • chamberinfo@milbanksd.com

www.milbanksd.com • (605) 432-6656 or 1-800-675-6656

Ortonville, MN

Home of Big Stone Lake

18-Hole Golf Course • Camping

Fishing • Snowmobiling • Birding

Hunting • Biking Trail • Disc Golf

Stop by and visit the Museum &

Visitor’s Center for the Big Stone Lake Area.

“This is Walleye Country”

Great Walleye and Perch Fishing

Big Stone Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, 987 US Hwy. 12

Ortonville, MN 56278 • 320-839-3284 • www.bigstonelake.com

Email: chamber@bigstonelake.com (For more info, see pgs. 66, 78-79)

• Finest Pheasant Hunting

• Fantastic Food

• Great Shopping

• 9-Hole Golf Course

• Drive-In Movie Theatre

• Swimming Pool

• Race Track –

featuring Wissota Racing

“This central South Dakota town boasts

quality retail shopping and some of the finest

hunting in the area. Be sure to stop by and

enjoy fantastic food, a challenging hunt, and

great shops with excellent customer service

that keep travelers coming back year

after year.

Located at the crossroads of Hwy. 45 & Hwy. 14

605-453-0169 • www.millersd.org

(For more info, see pgs. 46-47 )

Summit

Our community, located on the Coteau

Hills, is the essence of small town life.

Where friends and neighbors really are like

family. Great hunting and fishing potential

within a short drive.

“Where Community Spirit

is Alive and Strong”

• Located at I-29 & US Hwy. 12

(Express Way to Aberdeen)

• Great Hunting and Fishing;

Summit Lake, Best Kept Secret

in NE South Dakota

• New development lots available

• Within 30 min. of Big Stone Lake,

Lake Kampeska, Waubay Lake,

Bitter Lake and Pickerel Lake.

• Excellent K-12 Public School

(For more info, see pg. 51)

www.seesummitsd.com

For information regarding economic development please contact Summit Area

Economic Growth, Inc. Tim Gapp 605-398-6111.

“Pheasant Capital of the World ® ”

Redfield

SOUTH DAKOTA

(For more info, see pgs. 46-47 )

• Spink County Museum

• Hav-A-Rest Campground

• Outdoor pool with waterslide

• Drive-In Theater

• Spectacular 4th of July Celebration

• Christmas at the Depot

• Abundant Hunting &

Fishing opportunities

(For more info, see

pgs. 20, 47, IBC )

Historic C&NW RR

Depot Museum &

Visitor Center

Open May 1- Dec 30

Tuesday - Saturday

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

— FOR MORE INFORMATION —

Historic C&NW RR Depot Museum & Visitors Center

715 West 3rd Street • Redfield, SD 57469 • 605-472-4566

www.redfield-sd.com • tourism@redfield-sd.com

Faulkton We Believe in Possible

• South Dakota’s Only

110 ft Elevator Mural

• 1925 Happy Times

Carousel – Free Rides

• Historic Pickler Mansion –

Tour the Home of SD

1st US Congressman

• Lakeside Country Club

– 9 hole golf course

• Camping available

at City Park, Lake

Faulkton & RV Parks

#faulktonsdmurals

City of Faulkton • Box 21 • Faulkton, SD 57438-0021

(605) 598-6515 • www.faulktonsd.com

(For more info, see pgs. 15, 39 )

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Take the back roads to

Your next great vacation

History resonates across the gentle hills of northeastern

South Dakota. Get to know our story at places like Nicollet

Tower & Interpretive Center, west of Sisseton, Laura Ingalls

Wilder in De Smet, the Mellette House in Watertown, or the

Pickler Mansion in Faulkton.

Pursue your favorite outdoor pastime on our many glacial

lakes, or on a pheasant hunting trip of a lifetime. Travel with

family to Splash Central Waterpark in Huron, Storybook Land

in Aberdeen, the Bramble Park Zoo in Watertown, or the

Children’s Museum of South Dakota in Brookings.

Family fun awaits you at one of our many great events

including Cookin‘ on Kampeska in Watertown, the Storybook

Land Festival in Aberdeen, or the South Dakota State Fair in

Huron. Check our website for our 2024 event calendar and

request our 2024 Glacial Lakes Travel Guide today.

Shop Groton!

Groton – Traditional Values, New Opportunities

• Award winning school system

• Swimming pool • Bowling Alley

• Baseball fields • Park

• 9-hole golf course

• Lodging/campgrounds

“Groton SD Community” or

“Groton Chamber” on Facebook

The Community of Groton and the Groton Chamber support many

community events throughout the year. Please visit

www.grotonchamber.com often for dates and details of our 2024 events.

Groton Chamber of Commerce • PO Box 21 • Groton, SD 57445

City of Groton • PO Box 587 • Groton, SD 57445 • Email: city.april@nvc.net


Roslyn

Located in the Heart of the Lake Region

Roslyn offers exciting outdoor recreation

year round including hunting, fishing,

snowmobiling and nature watching.

Roslyn is the birthplace of Polka Music

Hall of Fame Honoree, Myron Floren and

home of the International Vinegar Museum.

Stop in and experience the “Sour Power”

of Vinegar.

International Vinegar Museum • 605-486-0075 • www.roslynsd.com

ANNUAL EVENTS

July – Funfest

Waubay

In the heart of the Glacial Lakes

of Northeast South Dakota.

Some of the best fishing

and hunting in the

Upper Midwest.

Guide services,

campsites & motels available.

City of Waubay, PO Box 155, Waubay, SD 57273, (605) 947-4261

www.waubaycitysd.com (For more info, see pgs. 58, 66-67, 72, 75)

South Shore

On the shores of beautiful

Punished Woman’s Lake

Experience the Legend!

• Lakeview Park

• Meyer’s Rec

• Scotty’s Black Lab Tavern

• South Shore Gazette

• South Shore City Park

• Community Center

• Most Spectacular 4th of July

Fireworks Display in the Area


EMAIL: townsouthshore@sstel.net

PHONE: 605-756-4130

Webster – A Place For All Seasons

Whether you love to fish or hunt for pheasant, waterfowl or deer you’ll love

Webster any time of year! Lots of Campgrounds and great lodging.

Attractions include the Museum of Wildlife, Science and

Industry; Blue Dog State Fish Hatchery; Waubay National

Wildlife Refuge; Day County Arts Council Mural Garden

and exhibits and our beautiful swimming pool built

in 2013.

Annual events include the Spring Fling & Citywide

Rummage Sale, Fort Sisseton Historical Festival,

Day County Fair, Pumpkin Fest & Lighted Night Parade,

Trunk or Treat, and the Fort Sisseton Frontier Christmas.

Webster Area Chamber of Commerce • PO Box 123,

Webster, SD 57274, (605) 345-4668 • www.webstersd.com

Email: wac@webstersd.com (For more info, see pgs. 25, 59-60, 66-67, 75)


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• Nine-Hole

Golf Course

• Softball &

Baseball Complex

• Picnic Area/

Memorial Park

• Nearby Lakes

• Fishing, Hunting,

Snowmobiling

• Growing Downtown

with Dining Options

(For more info

See pgs. 35, 70)

On behalf of the 700 residents, we invite you to come and visit.

You will find Castlewood a comfortable, pleasant community that

offers many opportunities in education, agriculture, commerce

and industry.

Castlewood continues to grow with our location offering residents

the security of small town living with big city attractions close by.

Castlewood Days are held on the 2nd weekend of August.

12 campsites w/electric and water hook-ups.

City Hall (605) 793-2220 • Email castcity@itctel.com • www.castlewoodcity.com

Estelline –

Estelline is the perfect small town.

• Close to Lake Poinsett with all of your

weekend needs.

• Visit Reflections Park, Historic Band

Stand, and Rural School House.

• 6 full hook-up camping spots

• City park including swimming pool,

ball fields, playground and disc golf.

• Great schools and updated city

infrastructure.

• Rodeo Days, June 21-22, 2024

(For more info, see pgs. 39, 68)

Estelline Area Development Corporation

PO Box 198 • Estelline, SD 57234 • (605) 480-1128

www.facebook.com/EstellineAreaDev

Hayti

• 4 miles west of US Hwy. 81 on SD Hwy. 21

• County Seat of Hamlin County

• Hamlin Education Center

4.1 miles west of Hayti

• Growing Community

• City park, baseball field,

football field, track, and campsites

• Lake Marsh

• Location of Hamlin County 4-H

Achievement Days and 4-H Horse Show.

Located only 20 minutes from

DeSmet & Lake Poinsett

Bryant Events

Bryant Fire Department Tractor Pull

WW Tire Car Show • City Wide Rummage

Fall Craft Bizarre

Visit our Facebook page for more events.

• Swimming pool with Concessions

• Wards Store Lodging

• Ward’s Store Bar & Grill,

home to Whiz’s Pizza

• Bryant Cinema, New Release’s

and classics.


• 2 Baseball fields

• Tennis & basketball court

• Cenex C-Store

• Kirst Confections & Café

• Beautiful park with playground

• Campground with Electrical sites

For more information: PO Box 324 • Hayti, SD 57241 • 605-783-3839

For more Email: information: hayfin@itctel.com PO Box 324 • website: • Hayti, SD www.haytisd.com

57241 • 605-783-3839

Economic Development, 605-628-2171 • Bryant City Hall, 605-628-2931

bryantsd@itctel.com • PO Box 145 • Bryant, SD 57221 (For more info, see pg. 35)

(For more info,

see pg. 35)

Clear

Lake

• Two great parks/campgrounds

w/playgrounds & picnic shelters

• Swimming pool

• 9-hole golf course & disc golf course

• Softball & baseball fields

• Excellent hunting & fishing

• Lodging & restaurants

• Spacious, air conditioned

Community Center

• Snowmobile trails

• Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade –

1st in South Dakota

• Crystal Springs Rodeo – June 26-29, 2024

City of Clear Lake • 125 3rd Ave S

PO Box 107 • Clear Lake, SD 57226-0107

605.874.2121 • www.clearlakesd.com

clcity@itctel.com or check us out on Facebook

Gary– Gate City to South Dakota

• July 3rd Celebration

• Gary Rodeo

• Historical Park/Museum

• New Multi-sport Court &

Playground in City Park

• Talking Waters Campground

• Buffalo Ridge Resort

• Snowmobile Trails

• 9 Hole Sand Green Golf Course

• Softball & Baseball Fields

City of Gary|P0 Box 127|Gary, SD 57237|605-272-5651

www.garysd.com

Congratulations our Members of Glacial Lakes Tourism who were awarded the

SD GREAT FIND designation from the South Dakota Department of Tourism.

Lake Poinsett Recreation Area, Arlington

SD Agricultural Heritage Museum, Brookings

Campbell Straw Bale Built Museum, Carthage

Crystal Springs Rodeo, Clear Lake

Faulkton Murals, Faulkton

Ingalls Homestead, De Smet

Fort Sisseton Historic State Park, Lake City

SD Amateur Baseball Hall of Fame, Lake Norden

Abbey of the Hills Inn & Retreat Center, Marvin

With the Wind Vineyard & Winery, Rosholt

Nicollet Tower & Interpretive Center, Sisseton

Sica Hollow State Park, Sisseton

Mellette House, Watertown

Museum of Wildlife, Science & Industry, Webster

Shakespeare Garden & Anne Hathaway Cottage, Wessington Springs

Black Hills Playhouse, Custer

Akta Lakota Musuem & Cultural Center, Chamberlain

1-800-244-8860 9


Springs Area

Wessington

& Development

Chamber

539-1929

(605)

www.wessingtonsprings.com


C I T Y A T T H E F O O T H I L L S

• 9-Hole Golf Course with full dining

• City owned campground with full hookups

• Nearby lakes

• Excellent hunting and fishing opportunities

• Public Swimming Pool

• Museum and Memorial Park

• Yearly Car Show and Poker Runs

• Walk up Ice Cream and Food business


Woonsocket “Town with the Beautiful Lake”

City of Woonsocket, PO Box 456

Woonsocket, SD 57385-0456

(605) 796-4112 • www.woonsocketsd.com


Lake Prior offers great family recreation.

Campsites w/electric hook-ups, water & sewer facilities.

In the fall, Woonsocket offers excellent

pheasant hunting, and a large variety

of fresh produce, including melons,

squash, and pumpkins.

For more information: City of Howard • PO Box 705 • Howard, SD 57349

www.cityofhoward.com • 605-772-4391

Carthage –

Attractions include the Campbell

Straw Bale Built Museum, the only

originally straw bale built museum

in the nation.

Located in the central flyway,

there is excellent hunting of

upland game, big game,

and waterfowl. Camping

with hook-ups available at

Carthage City Park, and

at Lake Carthage.

The Gem of the Redstone

Carthage’s

Straw Bale Days

Aug. 3 & 4, 2024

City of Carthage, PO Box 151, Carthage, SD 57323

(605) 772-4716 or (605) 772-4468 (For more info, see pg. 35)

www.volgacity.com

Old Timers Celebration June 7-8, 2024

As the gateway to Lakes

Thompson, Henry,

Whitewood, and Preston,

the Lake Preston area

offers abundant wildlife

for exceptional hunting

and fishing. Lake Preston

offers diverse businesses

and services. Camping is

available a the City Park as

well as the Lake Thompson

State Recreational Area.

For more information:

www.lakeprestonsd.com or call (605) 847-4140

(For more info, see pgs. 45, 77)

WILMOT INTERSTATE

WELCOME CENTER

I-29, EXIT 213 – WILMOT

Stop by our Glacial Lakes & Prairies

Visitor Information Area

Open 7 days a week 8 am-5 pm • Open mid-May thru mid-September


10

Located on the first floor of the Redlin Art Center

Open year-round and staffed during the Summer travel season.

I-29, EXIT 177 – WATERTOWN




Prairie Village

In 1966, a “living history”

museum resulted in this

authentic pioneer town.

40 restored buildings,

100+ year-old steam

carousel, sod house,

chapel car,

working railroad

and more.

Open May 5-Labor Day, 2024

61st Annual Steam Threshing Jamboree

Aug. 22-25, 2024 – Featuring the

International Cockshutt Club Summer Show

Prairie Village, PO Box 256, Madison, SD 57042

(605) 256-3644 • www.prairievillage.org (For more info, see pg. 72)

Elkton

Hendricks, MN – Located on Beautiful Lake Hendricks

A rural farming community

that honors the past while planning for the future.

Enjoy our city museum, veteran’s memorial park, and new community center.

City amenities: a park with ball fields and campground; businesses; industry;

annual celebrations; hometown newspaper; volunteer fire and ambulance;

and a thriving K-12 school. Whether you’re just starting a family or ready to

retire, Elkton may be just the place for you.

City of Elkton • PO Box 308 • Elkton, SD 57026 • 605-542-5411

http://elkton.govoffice.com

Modern Campground Including:

Beautiful camping cabins and restroom/shower building

Fishing • Golfing • Biking • Museum • Park • Swimming Beach

Great Main St. Shopping • Specialty Shops

Great Eating Establishments • Movie Theater

City and Campground Information:

507-275-3192 • www.hendricksmn.net

White

Close enough to experience fine dining and

shopping, yet far enough away to be part of a

community where relaxation and comfort meet.

White offers several outdoor activities including a

superior 9-hole golf course. We pride ourselves

in community involvement and we would love to

have you visit!

Pioneer Days – always the 3rd weekend in July, celebrating 140 years in 2024

Saturday Parade, Chili cook off & dance • Sunday Demolition Derby

City of White • P.O. Box 682, 300 W. Main

White, SD 57276 • 605-629-3661

email: whitesd@heartlandpower.org • www.white.govoffice2.com

LAURA INGALLS WILDER ATTRACTIONS,

DE SMET, SD

to our Great Family Attractions!

(For more info, see pgs. 29, 70, 76)

Land in

www.Arlingtonsd.com

(love) Life

Work (hard)

Play (harder)

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TERRY REDLIN ART CENTER

The Redlin Art Center is a gift from world famous artist Terry

Redlin to the state of South Dakota and Redlin’s hometown

of Watertown. Over 160 of Redlin’s original oil paintings are

on display within the three-story gallery located just off of the

intersection of I-29 and Hwy. 212 in Watertown. A 30-acre

conservation park with walking trails and picnic gazebos, a

theater, and multiple gift shops can also be enjoyed. Admission

is free and open year-round. Call 1-877-TREDLIN or visit

www.redlinart.com for more information. (See pgs. 26, 52-54)

WATERTOWN WINTER FARM SHOW

February 7-10, 2024

The Watertown Winter Farm Show is a four-day event filled

with entertainment and education for all ages. For 79 years,

the show has been an outlet for the agricultural community

to share new programs, opportunities and ideas. Featured

events include a State Crop Show, livestock shows and

sales, home and family programs, educational presentations,

commercial exhibits and so much more. For a full list go to

www.watertownwinterfarmshow.com or check us out on

Facebook – Watertown Winter Farm Show. (See pg. 52)

January 2024

1 First Day Hike

Oakwood Lakes State Park

Bruce, 605-627-5441

1 First Day Hikes

SD State Parks Statewide

605-773-3391

2-6 9th Annual Garden Glow

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

5 First Thursday Member

Evening Play

Children’s Museum of SD

Brookings, 605-692-6700

6 SD Jr Snow Queen Festival

Aberdeen Civic Arena

Aberdeen, 605-229-0363

12 Sensory Friendly Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700

13 SD Sr Snow Queen Festival


Aberdeen, 605-229-0363

15 Special Monday Open


Brookings, 605-692-6700

18 Dinner and a Movie

“Good Morning Vietnam”

Goss Opera House

Watertown, 605-753-0200

19-20 Day County Farm,

Home & Recreational Show

Webster, 605-345-4668

20 Hygge Day

SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

20 Cabin Fever Reliever

Roy Lake State Park

Lake City, 605-910-4521

27 Cool Kids Classic Fishing Derby


Bruce, 605-627-5441

27 Lake Benton Sportsman’s Club

Annual Ice Fishing Tournament

Lake Benton, MN, 605-651-4946

28 Carnival of Silver Skates

Skating Rink

Groton, 605-397-8422

February 2024


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700

3 Winterfest

Lion’s Park

Watertown, 605-753-0282

3-4 Dakota Territory Gun Collectors

Dakota Event Center

Aberdeen, 701-221-2638

3-4 Hub City Radio Winter

Big Boy Toy Show

Best Western Ramkota

Aberdeen, 605-229-3632

4 Groundhog Day Poker Run


Bruce, 605-627-5441

7-10 Watertown Winter Farm Show

Codington County

Extension Complex

Watertown, 605-886-5814



Brookings, 605-692-6700

10 Free Family Fun Day

SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

10 Free Family Fun Day

SD Ag Heritage Museum

Brookings, 605-688-6226

10 Sno Bear & Ice Fishing 101

Roy Lake State Park

Lake City, 605-910-4521


“The Notebook”

Goss Opera House

Watertown, 605-753-0200

16 Frost Fest Snow Ball


Brookings, 605-692-6700

16-17 Garden Glow Reignited

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

16-18 Frost Fest

City-Wide

Brookings, 605-692-7444

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17 Frost Fest Farmers Market


Brookings, 605-688-6226

17 Swon Brothers in Concert

Royal River Casino & Hotel

Flandreau, 605-997-3746

17 Open House Weekend

Reservations Open


800-710-2267



Brookings, 605-692-6700

23 Owl Moon Night Hike


Bruce, 605-627-5441

24 Free Community Art Day

SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

24 Memorial Day Weekend

Reservations Open


800-710-2267

24-25 Big Boy Toy Show

Codington County

Extension Complex

Watertown, 605-886-7305

25 Hub City Radio Bridal Showcase

Dakota Event Center

Aberdeen, 605-229-3632

29 SD Jazz Festival Concert

Johnson Fine Arts Center

Aberdeen, SD, 605-216-2822

March 2024


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700



Brookings, 605-692-6700

8 David Cook in Concert

Goss Opera House

Watertown, 605-753-0200

8-10 Aberdeen Area Home Builders

Assoc. Home & Garden Show

Holum Expo Building

Aberdeen, 605-225-2055

9 De Smet Outdoor Show

De Smet Event Center

De Smet, 443-306-4297

9 Michael Carbonaro Live


Flandreau, 605-997-3746

9-10 37th Annual

Watertown Home Show

Codington County

Extension Complex

Watertown, 605-878-3033

14 Dinner and a Movie “Annie”

Goss Opera House

Watertown, 605-753-0200

14-16 State B Boys

Basketball Tournament

NSU Barnett Center

Aberdeen, 605-725-8188

16 St. Patrick’s Day Parade

& Celebration

City-Wide

Clear Lake, 605-874-2121

16 Gary Fire Dept. Fireman’s Dance

American Legion Dance Hall

Gary, 605-272-5651

16 Father’s Day Weekend

Reservations Open


800-710-2267

16 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Watertown, 605-886-5814

16-17 Curt Carter Memorial Gun Show

Codington County

Extension Complex

Watertown, 605-886-7305

23 Lion’s Club Easter Egg Hunt

City Park

Groton, 605-397-8422

28 Fourth of July Reservations Open


800-710-2267

28-30 Yelduz Shrine Circus


Aberdeen, 605-225-4841

30 Hendricks Easter Egg Hunt

Veteran’s Memorial Park

Hendricks, MN 507-275-3192

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ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Watertown’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration will include the Run

for the Gold 5K, Little Miss Shamrock and Mr. Leprechaun

Contest and a celebratory St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Visit

www.watertownsd.com for more information and to sign up your

St. Patrick’s Day Parade entry. (See pg. 52)

BRAMBLE PARK ZOO

COME CLOSER! View over 600 animals from around the

world and those native to South Dakota. COME CLOSER

to the wild faces of snow leopards, bears, monkeys, lemurs,

sloth, otters, kangaroos, camels, wolves, alligators, turtles,

bison and many more. Explore Dino Park, Ottertown and

the Big Red Barn in the KIDZOO! Located on SD HWY

20 in NW Watertown. Open all year round. Plan your next

adventure at www.brambleparkzoo.com or call (605) 882-6269

(See pgs. 52-53)


Glacial Lakes

NORTHEAST REGION

Good

to be

Alive

in the

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MCCRORY GARDENS

& VISITOR CENTER

The region’s ONLY botanical garden. Open year-round. 25

acres of formal gardens/45 acres of arboretum. Check website

for admission fee & hours, special events/classes. Visitor

Center offers free parking & WiFi, quaint gift shop and facilities

for banquets, meetings & weddings. 631 22nd Ave., Brookings,

SD.(605) 688-6707, www.mccrorygardens.com.

(See pgs. 23, 32-33)

ABERDEEN

Aberdeen is the place where core memories are made.

Experience the thrill of Humpty Dumpty’s Great Fall Roller

Coaster, the fun of the inclusive playground or – new in 2024

– the excitement of riding out a twister in a barn at Storybook

Land and the Land of Oz. Discover art right on Main Street

or at one of many galleries and theaters. Treat your taste

buds to some of the most unique eats in the state. Your trip

to Aberdeen is one your family won’t forget. Plan your next

adventure at www.VisitAberdeenSD.com or call 605-225-2414.

(See pgs. 22, 27-28)

CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA

Lake Farley Park – Milbank

May 4, 2024

Mark your calendars for a celebration of Hispanic culture! Our

annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta highlights Hispanic Heritage

through authentic food, music, vendors, games, entertainment,

and the arts. The fiesta is free and open to the public. For details,

follow us on Facebook or visit www.milbanksd.com/chamber.

(See pg. 46)

Events continued from page 13

April 2024

3 Harlem Globetrotters

2024 World Tour

Dacotah Bank Center

Brookings, 605-692-7539


Evening Play


Brookings 605-692-6700

5-7 Heartland Pool &

Dart Tournament

Crossroads & Nordby Exhibit Hall

Huron, 605-996-8175

6 Little “I” Alumni Social and

Exhibit Closing Reception


Brookings, 605-688-6226



Brookings, 605-692-6700

12 Andrea Ross in Concert

Goss Opera House

Watertown, 605-753-0200

12-21 Lake Benton

Opera House Spring Show

Lake Benton, MN 507-368-4620

13 Hub City Radio Spring

Big Boy Toy Show

Holum Expo Building

Aberdeen, 605-229-3632


SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423


“The Great Outdoors”

Goss Opera House

Watertown, 605-753-0200

25 “On the Farm Front:

Agriculture During WWII”

Opening Reception


Brookings, 605-688-6226

26 Pheasants Forever

Annual Spring Banquet

Dakota Event Center

Aberdeen, 605-290-0109

28 De Smet Area Concert Series

Event Center Midstate Theatre

De Smet, 605-854-3502

May 2024


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700

4 Citywide Rummage Sale

Groton, 605-397-8422

4 Cinco De Mayo Fiesta

Lake Farley Park

Milbank, 605-432-6656



Brookings, 605-692-6700

10-19 National Public Gardens Week

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

11 Spring Walleye Derby

Lake Poinsett Recreation Area

Arlington, 605-983-5085

17-19 Open House and

Free Fishing Weekend


605-773-3391

18 Kids Fishing Tournament


Bruce, 605-627-5441

18 National Kids to Parks Day


605-773-3391

19 Garden Discovery Festival

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707



De Smet, 605-854-3502

23 Downtown Wine Walk

Downtown Aberdeen

Aberdeen, 605-226-3441

25 Lantern Tour

Fort Sisseton Historic State Park

Lake City, 605-910-4465

May 25-Aug. 31

Spies & Space: Toys of the Cold

War Era Traveling Exhibit

Dacotah Prairie Museum

Aberdeen, 605-626-7117

26 Beer Bands & Bacon Fest

Veteran’s Memorial Park

Hendricks, MN, 507-275-3192

May 31-June 2

Huron High School

Regional Rodeo

4H Heartland Rodeo Grounds

Huron 605-354-0974

May 31-June 2

Fort Sisseton Historical Festival


Lake City, 605-910-4465

June 2024

1 Dinosaur Day


Brookings, 605-692-6700

1 National Trails Day Hike


Bruce, 605-627-5441

1 6th Annual Open

Water Tournament


1 Lake Preston Chamber

Fishing Tournament

Lake Thompson

Lake Preston, 605-695-6015

1 Darin Durfee Memorial

Golf Tournament

Fisher Grove State Park

Redfield, 605-472-1336

1 Annual Sisseton

Car & Bike Show

Veteran’s Avenue

Sisseton, 605-880-8875

1 Labor Day Weekend

Reservations Open


800-710-2267

1 National Trails Day


605-773-3391

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5 605 Day Celebration


Brookings, 605-692-6700


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700

6-9 Wheel Jam

SD State Fairgrounds

Huron, 605-353-7340

7-8 Pickle on the Prairie

Tournament Fundraiser

Holum Expo Building

Aberdeen, 605-626-7117

7-8 Original SD BBQ Championship &

Chili Challenge


Huron, 605-353-0000

7-8 Old Timers Day

City-Wide

Volga, 605-627-9113

7-9 Hills & Valley Riding Club

59th Annual Trail Ride

Sica Hollow State Park

Lake City, 605-698-7654

8 Luce Pioneer Day

Lake Herman State Park

Madison, 605-256-5003

8 City-wide Rummage Sales

Redfield, 605-472-4556

8 Train Day

C&NW Historic RR Depot

Redfield, 605-472-4556

8 National Get Outdoors Day


605-773-3391

8-9 Storybook Land

Family Fun Weekend

Storybook Land

Aberdeen, 605-626-7015

9 31st Annual Brookings Car Show

Pioneer Park

Brookings, 605-696-7557



De Smet, 605-854-3502

11 Anderson Plaza Summer

Performance Series

SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

12-15 Prairie Repertory

Theatre’s Production of

“Nunsense” the Musical

Oscar Larson Performing

Arts Center

Brookings, 605-688-4908



Brookings, 605-692-6700

14-16 De Smet Old Settlers Days

Main Street

De Smet, 605-854-3773

14-16 78th Annual Saddle

Horse Holiday

Downtown



SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

15 Lake Benton Opera House

“Broadway Meets Lake Benton”


15 Vinegar Festival

Main Street

Roslyn, 605-377-3184

15 Ride 4-A-Wish

Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel

Watertown, 605-884-1638

15-16 Arts in the Park

Melgaard Park

Aberdeen, 605-226-1557

15-16 Antique Power Show


Huron, 605-352-0000

18 Anderson Plaza Summer

Performance Series

SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

19-22 Prairie Repertory

Theatre’s Production of

“And Then There Were None”


Arts Center

Brookings, 605-688-4908

20 Aberdeen Downtown

Summer Concert Series

Malchow Plaza

Aberdeen, 605-226-3441

21-22 Estelline Rodeo Days

Rodeo Grounds

Estelline, 605-690-0337

22 BBQ Beer and Friends

City Park


22 Lefty’s Ride: Steve Wright 13th

Annual Memorial Poker Run

Chrystal’s

Redfield, 605-460-1188

22-23 Brookings Kite Festival

Fishback Soccer Complex

Brookings, 605-696-7557

25 Anderson Plaza

Summer Performance Series

SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

26-29 Prairie Repertory Theatre’s

Production of “2 Across”


Arts Center

Brookings, 605-688-4908

26-29 Crystal Springs Rodeo

Rodeo Grounds

Clear Lake, 605-874-2996

28-29 52nd Annual Buckhorn Rodeo

Britton, 605-470-0286

29 Lantern Tour


Lake City, 605-910-4465

29 Leap to Lane

City Park

Lane, 605-539-1929

29 Comedian Ginger Billy


Flandreau, 605-997-3746

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MELLETTE HOUSE

South Dakota’s historic shrine was built in the mid 1880’s by

Arthur Calvin Mellette, last governor of Dakota Territory and first

governor of South Dakota. Mellette Association, organized in

1943, has restored this home to its former beauty. The original

furnishings, family portraits and heirlooms, presented by the

Mellette family, make this historic spot unique in the Middle West.

Open from May to Oct. daily except Monday from 1 p.m-5 p.m.

Admission is free. www.mellettehouse.org. (See pgs. 52-53)

The Pickler Mansion

The Pickler Mansion in Faulkton, S.D. is the former home of U.S.

Representative John Pickler and his wife, suffrage leader, Alice

Pickler. This immaculately preserved home, commonly called

the “Pink Castle” boasted dignitaries such as Susan B. Anthony

and Teddy Roosevelt. Come take a tour of this piece of history.

(See pg. 39)

LAURA INGALLS WILDER PAGEANT

Experience Laura Ingalls Wilder’s pioneer spirit with a live

theatrical production on our outdoor prairie stage. Held every

July for over 50 years, this South Dakota tradition attracts visitors

from around the world. Special weekend activities include

cemetery tours and Sunday Service on the pageant grounds.

Music and activities presented before the show, concessions

available. Performance at 8pm, July 5-9, 12-14, and 19-21.

Restaurants, lodging, and campgrounds available in De Smet.

800-776-3594, www.desmetpageant.org. (See pgs. 36-38, 45)

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BROOKINGS SUMMER

ARTS FESTIVAL

July 13 & 14, 2024 - Pioneer Park

Celebrate the arts in Brookings when you attend the 53rd annual

Brookings Summer Arts Festival on July 13 & 14, 2024. Pioneer

Park is transformed into an outdoor extravaganza of juried Art

and Skilled Craft booths, delicious food and 3 stages of free

entertainment. Living History, Antique, Artisan Foods & Natural

products and an interactive Children’s area compliment the

festival atmosphere. (605) 692-2787. www.bsaf.com

(See pgs.32-33)

FARLEY FEST

Lake Farley Park – Milbank

July 19-20, 2024

Join us at beautiful Lake Farley Park for our annual summer

celebration – a weekend filled with live music, food,

entertainment, parade, inflatables, vendors in the park, and

more! The renovated Holland Grist Mill is also open for tours.

For details and tickets, follow us on Facebook or visit

www.farleyfest.com. (See pg. 46)

COOKIN’ ON KAMPESKA

July 19-20, 2024

Bring the entire family out to Lake Kampeska for two days of

family-friendly fun! Celebrating 12 years, Cookin’ on Kampeska

is packed full of exciting activities and entertainment for everyone

– BBQ tasting, children’s activities such as face painting and

inflatables, a bean bag tournament, live music and so much

more. Visit www.cookinonkampeska.com for more details.

(See pg. 52)

2024 Events cont’d from page 15

July 2024

1-4 Water Festival

Lake Prior

Woonsocket, 605-796-4112

1-16 “The Death of a Volunteer”:

Clue, Who Dunit?


Lake City, 605-910-4465

3 Fun Drop

Centennial Ballpark

Redfield ,605-770-5218

4 4th of July Celebration

Wylie Park

Aberdeen, 605-626-7015

4 Independence Day Bike Parade


Bruce, 605-627-5441

4 Fireworks at Sunset


Flandreau, 605-997-3746

4 Independence Day Celebration

Campbell Park

Huron, 605-352-0000

4 Fourth of July Celebration

Lake Farley Park

Milbank, 605-432-6656

4 4th of July Spectacular

City-Wide

Redfield 605-472-4566

4-7 159th Sisseton Wahpeton

Annual Wacipi Powwow

Ceremonial Grounds

Agency Village, 605-419-1944

4-7 Summerfest

City-Wide


5-6 Gary Rodeo

Rodeo Grounds

Gary, 605-640-8399

5-7 Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant

Pageant Grounds

De Smet, 800-776-3594

5-7 Wild West Days

City-Wide

Faulkton, 605-598-6515

6 Auto Value 9th Annual Car Show

Hav-a-Rest Campground

Redfield, 605-468-9597

6 South Shore Show and Shine

Main Street

South Shore, 605-880-2573

9 Anderson Plaza


SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423


Production of “Rodger’s and

Hammerstein’s Cinderella”


Arts Center

Brookings, 605-688-4908

11 Music in the Garden

Shakespeare Garden

Wessington Springs, 605-539-1929



Brookings, 605-692-6700


Pageant Grounds

De Smet, 800-776-3594

12-14 Northern Fort Playhouse


Lake City, 605-467-3247

12-14 Celebrate Sisseton Days & Arts Fest

City-Wide

Sisseton, 605-698-7261

13 Stars, Strolls and S’mores


Lake City, 605-910-4465

13-14 Brookings Summer Arts Festival

Pioneer Park

Brookings, 605-692-2787

16 Anderson Plaza


SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423


Production of “Rodger’s and

Hammerstein’s Cinderella”


Arts Center

Brookings, 605-688-4908

17-28 Lake Benton Opera House

Summer Musical



Shakespeare Garden

Wessington Springs,

605-539-1929

19-20 Storybook Land Festival

Storybook Land

Aberdeen, 605-626-7015

19-20 Farley Fest

Lake Farley Park

Milbank, 605-432-6656

19-20 Cookin’ on Kampeska

Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park

Watertown, 605-886-5814


Pageant Grounds

De Smet, 800-776-3594

19-21 Heartland 4H Rodeo

4H Heartland Rodeo Grounds

Huron, 605-350-0000



Lake City, 605-467-3247

20 Town & Country Days

City-Wide


21 Cruising Classics Car Show

Museum of Wildlife,

Science & Industry

Webster, 605-380-9567

23 Anderson Plaza


SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423



Malchow Plaza

Aberdeen, 605-226-3441


Shakespeare Garden


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Lake City, 605-467-3247

26-28 Gnome Home Roam


Bruce, 605-627-5441

26-28 Clear Lake Days and

All-School Reunion

City-Wide

Clear Lake, 605-874-2121

27 Lantern Tour


Lake City, 605-910-4465

30 Anderson Plaza


SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

August 2024


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700

2 36th Annual Garden Party

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

2-4 Arlington Days

City-Wide

Arlington, 605-203-0728

2-4 Harvest Days

Main Street

Britton, 605-448-5323

3 3rd Annual Garden Expo

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707


SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

3 Rockin’ Ribfest

City Park


3-4 Carthage Straw Bale Days

Main Street

Carthage, 605-772-5778

8 Farmers Market


Redfield, 605-472-4556

8-11 Castlewood Days

Castlewood, 605-793-2220

8-11 Harvey Dunn Plein Air Paint Out

City-Wide

De Smet, 605-854-3984



Brookings, 605-692-6700

10 15th Annual Camaro Fun Days

Pioneer Park

Brookings, 605-696-7557

10 Royal River Open

Golf Tournament

Brookings Country Club

Brookings, 605-997-3746

10-11 Twin Brooks Threshing Show

Twin Brooks, 605-880-2884

11-13 Escape the Doctor’s Residence


Lake City, 605-910-4465

12-18 Brown County Fair

Brown County Fairgrounds

Aberdeen, 605-626-7116

16-18 85th Annual Cornfest

Lake Side Park

Ortonville, MN, 320-839-3284

17 Mortimer’s Survival Event


Bruce, 605-627-5441

18 Arlington Car Show

City Park

Arlington 605-203-0728



De Smet, 605-854-3502



Malchow Plaza

Aberdeen, 605-226-3441

22-25 61st Annual Steam

Threshing Jamboree

Historic Prairie Village

Madison, 605-256-3644

24 Sizzlin’ Summer Nights

Downtown Aberdeen

Aberdeen, 605-226-3441

Aug. 29 - Sept. 2

South Dakota State Fair


Huron, 605-353-7340

31 Lantern Tour


Lake City, 605-910-4465

September 2024

3-28 Quilt Show


Redfield, 605-472-4566

5 Storybook Land UnCorked

Storybook Land

Aberdeen, 605-212-8737


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700

7 Lion’s Club Fall City-wide

Rummage Sales

Groton, 605-397-8422

7 45th Annual

Vintiques Car Show

Uptown Watertown

Watertown, 605-880-2574



De Smet, 605-854-3502



Brookings, 605-692-6700

14 Insect Festival

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

14 Erik Estrada in Person


Flandreau, 605-997-3746

15 Party on the Porch

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

September Events cont’d on page 18

NORTHERN FORT PLAYHOUSE

Friday & Saturday Nights

and Sunday Matinee

Quality Theatre Productions in a Unique Atmosphere. Summer

Theatre in the air-conditioned South Barracks at beautiful Fort

Sisseton Historic State Park. Two Great Plays - Three Enjoyable

Weekends. Purchase a Playhouse Season pass to include both

plays; Friday and Saturday night or Saturday night and Sunday

Matinee. (See pgs. 31, 50)

DACOTAH PRAIRIE MUSEUM

Decorate a pumpkin, play turkey shoot games, enjoy hot cider

with a cookie and check out our holiday raffle baskets. Live

music provided by South Dakota artists. Season photo ops.

Welcome to fall in Brown County! An event for all ages. Free

admission. (See pg. 27)

ROYAL RIVER CASINO

Flandreau, SD

Royal River Casino & Hotel – 1-877-912-LUCK. The perfect

place for your special occasion! Enjoy clean hotel rooms, an

award-winning restaurant, and Events Center, live table games,

over 400 Las Vegas-style slot machines, and a newly renovated

RV Park with full hook-ups. TAKE THE CROWN and come to

Royal River! www.royalrivercasino.com (See pg. 39)

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ATTRACTIONS/EVENTS

ATTRACTIONS/EVENTS

THE GOSS OPERA HOUSE

Make your own history at the Goss Opera House in Watertown.

Take in a show and experience the world-class acoustics of the

newly renovated opera hall. Schedule a tour and get lost in the

stories of this 130-year-old building. Show schedule and tickets

available at www.thegossoperahouse.com call (605) 753-0200

for tours. (See pgs. 52-53)

SOUTH DAKOTA

AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM

Explore the diverse history of agriculture, the science behind

it, and the culture of rural life in South Dakota. Museum store

specializes in South Dakota made products. Free admission!

On the SDSU Campus: Medary & 11th St. See website for more

information at www.agmuseum.com. (See pgs. 32-33)

SD PHEASANT OPENER STATE-WIDE

October 19, 2024

South Dakota, home to the nation’s best pheasant hunting, offers

outdoor enthusiasts a variety of hunting opportunities including

big game, waterfowl, turkey and more. With welcoming hosts,

private lodges and well over 1 million acres of public land, South

Dakota is a hunter’s haven for both resident hunters and nonresident

hunters. Plan your hunt today and come experience our

world-class hunting and hospitality. Check out our many local

events to celebrate this season’s Pheasant Opener.


2024 September Events cont’d

20-22 North Country Fiber Fair

Codington County Extension

Complex

Watertown, 753-442-3408

21 Harvest Stroll


Aberdeen, 605-626-7117

21 Harvest Festival


Lake City, 605-910-4465


McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

26 Pheasant Phestival Pup Crawl

Malchow Plaza

Aberdeen, 605-225-2414

Sep. 27 - Oct. 6

Lake Benton Opera

House Fall Show

Lake Benton, MN 507-368-4620

28 Lantern Tour


Lake City, 605-910-4465


McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

October 2024

1 2025 Park Entrance

License Available


605-773-3391


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700

4-5 Pumpkin Fest &

Lighted Night Parade

City-Wide

Webster, 605-345-4668

4-5 Fort Sisseton Ghost

Investigation Fundraiser


Lake City, 605-910-4465

5 Harvest Fest

Main Street


5 Harvest Fest


Huron, 605-352-0000

5 Lake Benton Vendor

& Craft Show

Event Center


10 Downtown Brew Walk

Downtown Aberdeen

Aberdeen, 605-226-3441

10-13 The Great Scarecrow Festival

Campbell Park

Huron, 605-352-0000



Brookings, 605-692-6700

12 Hobo Day

Brookings, 605-692-7444

13 Fall Festival

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707



Brookings, 605-692-6700

17 Box Lunch


Redfield, 605-472-4566

18 Pheasants Forever Fall

Shootout Hunters Social

City Lights Bar & Events Center

Aberdeen, 605-290-0109

18-19 A Night of Thrills and

Chills - Haunted Fort


Lake City, 605-910-4465

19 Fall Family Festival

SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423

19 Fall Family Festival


Brookings, 605-688-6226

19 Faulkton Arts & Crafts Festival

Faulkton, 605-380-8444

19 Spirit of Dakota

Huron Event Center

Huron, 605-352-0000

19 Pheasant Banquet

School Gym


19 SD Pheasant Opener

Statewide, 605-886-7305

19 SACOTA Fall Craft Fair

4H Ag Building

Wessington Springs,

605-539-1929

25 Night at the Museum/

Lantern Museum Tour


Aberdeen, 605-626-7117

25-26 Haunted Forest

Wylie Park

Aberdeen, 605-626-7015

26 Mortimer’s Monstrous

Halloween


Bruce, 605-627-5441

26 De Smet Rooster Rush

Family Fun Fest

De Smet Event Center

De Smet, 443-306-4297

26 Lantern Tour


Lake City, 605-910-4465

26 Community Memorial Hospital

Auxiliary Craft Fair

Redfield Armory

Redfield, 605-475-7402

26 ZOO BOO

Bramble Park Zoo

Watertown, 605-882-6269

31 Trick or Treat on Main

Downtown Aberdeen

Aberdeen, 605-226-3441

31 Giggles & Ghouls

Trick or Treating

McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

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2024 October Events cont’d

31 Downtown Trick or Treat

Main Street

Groton, 605-397-8422

31 Treat Street

Main Street

Milbank, 605-432-6656

31 Halloween Trick or Treating

Uptown Watertown

Watertown, 605-886-3040

Oct. 31 - Nov. 2

Ringneck Festival &

Bird Dog Challenge

Huron Event Center

Huron, 605-352-0000

November 2024

2 Murder at the Juice Joint -

Murder Mystery Dinner Theater

Fundraiser


Lake City, 605-910-4465

2-3 Redfield Gun Show

Redfield Armory

Redfield, 605-472-0965


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700



Brookings, 605-692-6700


SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423


Children’s Theater


23-24 Winterfest


Aberdeen, 605-226-1557

28 Groton Community

Thanksgiving

Community Center

Groton, 605-395-7134

29 Huron Parade of Lights

Downtown Huron

Huron, 605-352-0000

29 Watertown Holiday

Lighted Parade

Uptown Watertown

Watertown, 605-886-3040

29-30 Black Friday/Small Business

Saturday at the Museum


Aberdeen, 605-626-7117

30 Winterfest

Main Street


Nov. 30 - Dec. 1

Winter Wonderland


Watertown, 605-753-0282

December 2024


Evening Play


Brookings, 605-692-6700

6 Christmas in Our Town

Downtown


6-8 Winter Wonderland


Watertown, 605-753-0282

7 Christmas on Parade

Britton, 605-448-5323


SD Art Museum

Brookings, 605-688-5423


Christmas Show


7 Hometown Christmas

Main Street

Milbank, 605-432-6656


McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

8 Christmas Open House

Roy Lake State Park

Lake City, 605-910-4521



Brookings, 605-692-6700

13 Christmas at the Depot:

Open House


Redfield, 605-472-4566



Watertown, 605-753-0282

14 Holiday Open House


Aberdeen, 605-626-7117

14 Holiday Market at the Museum/

Holiday Ornament Make & Take


Brookings, 605-688-6226

14 Frontier Christmas


Lake City, 605-910-4465

14 Lake Preston Craft

& Vendor Show

School Gym


14 Christmas at the Depot:

A Visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus


Redfield, 605-472-4566

Dec. 15, 2024 - March 31, 2025

Snowmobiling Trail Season Open


605-773-3391

16 Mistletoe on Main

Downtown Aberdeen

Aberdeen, 605-226-3441



Watertown, 605-753-0282


McCrory Gardens

Brookings, 605-688-6707

31 90s Fool House


Flandreau, 605-997-3746

WATERTOWN

TOWN

BUSINESS

ASSOCIATION

WATERTOWN BUSINESS

ASSOCIATION

Historic Uptown Watertown, The Heart of the City, provides a

unique shopping experience. Special promotions and events

held throughout the year, including the Holiday Lighted Parade.

Enjoy store-front parking, friendly sales staff and a variety

of specialty stores, eateries and professional services.

Watertown Business Association, (605) 886-3040.

www.facebook.com/UptownWatertown. (See pg. 58)

FORT SISSETON

Enjoy Frontier Christmas at Fort Sisseton Historic State Park,

Saturday, December 14, 2024. This annual event allows visitors to

take part in time-honored holiday traditions at this authentic military

post. Interact with re-enactors dressed as soldiers, scouts and

pioneers. Enjoy horse-drawn sleigh rides, string popcorn and meet

Father Christmas. Other fun events that take place each year at

the Fort are the Historical Festival, May 31-June 2, 2024. Northern

Fort Playhouse in July and the Harvest Festival, September 21,

2024. For information about our Frontier Christmas event and

more, call (605) 910-4465. (see pgs. 50, 59)

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Before traveling to our regional events, please

double check the event date on our website, or

call ahead. Dates are subject to change. For event

schedules and details, check out our website and

facebook page for event posters and flyers.

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BED & BREAKFAST/RETREATS

coteau des prairies lodge, havana, nd

RETREATS

CLARK

The Loft by Double P Ranch – This beautifully renovated loft in the

heart of Clark, SD, makes for the perfect weekend getaway. Enjoy

a relaxing soak in the hot tub overlooking downtown Clark. Three

spacious bedrooms and a large entertainment space with open

kitchen are an ideal spot for small gatherings. The loft sleeps 8. To

reserve, call (605) 880-0408.

The abbey of the hills inn & retreat center, marvin, SD

DE SMET

Prairie Retreat – 15 miles from DeSmet. Church, business,

family groups, tourists and hunters delight in the peaceful spirit

of the prairie. Remodeled barn has ground level bunkroom;

renovated church with kitchen, large meeting room ideal

for groups. Participate in farm life with animals and organic

gardens. 43008 195th St., Bryant, SD. 605-625-5085.

Website: www.prairieretreat.com. Email: retreat@itctel.com.

MARVIN

The Abbey of the Hills Inn & Retreat Center – The Abbey invites

you to rediscover peace through spiritual retreats, concerts and

events. Welcoming people of all faiths. The Abbey is a unique scenic

destination for groups and personal overnight stays. Come to work,

write, pray, hike or play. The Abbey is a non-profit organization. To

learn more or plan your visit go to www.abbeyofthehills.org or call

(605) 398-9200.

WATERTOWN

Watertown Executive Suites – 1 - 1st Ave SW. Short term lodging

by the month or week only. For traveling nurses or corporate &

executive travel. Enjoy fully furnished apartments or studio’s. Cable

TV. High speed WiFi. No down payment. No hookups. Keyless lock

entries. Located in Downtown Watertown. Close to restaurants,

shopping and entertainment. Call for appointment and details.

(605) 203-0348. www.watertownexecutivesuites.com.

HAVANA, ND

Coteau des Prairies Lodge – (701) 680-1175. One of a kind getaway

experience where the breathtaking view is second to none, prairie

farms and fields unfold from below like a patchwork quilt. 13

bedrooms, conference room, WIFI, hands-on farming fun. Perfect for

family events or business retreats. 9953 141st Ave SE, Havana, ND.

www.cdplodge.com.

BED & BREAKFAST

REDFIELD

Edelweiss Inn – The Edelweiss Inn (located in SE Redfield, 515 E 16th

Ave.) offers 5 bedrooms on the second floor. Each has a full bathroom

for your convenience. Open year-round for hunters, reunions, wedding

parties (showers), Christmas parties and meetings. Large insulated

3 stall garage available for hunting dogs. (605) 499-8026.

www.edelweissinn.vpweb.com.

Bed & breakfast/retreats

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business meetings - weddings - family events - much more!

less than 1 hour from Sisseton - 3 miles north of the border

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FEATURED TRAVEL WRITERS

RECONNECTING WITH INCREDIBLE

EXPERIENCES IN NORTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA

written by Sara Broers,

Travel Writer/Blogger at Travel With Sara

Northeast South Dakota is filled with numerous adventures.

This past year, I found myself exploring more of the area. It

has quickly become an area of the Midwest that I continue

to brag about to others. You may be asking, “Why?” I enjoyed

the people and unique experiences you can only find in

Northeast South Dakota.

Joy Ranch

WATERTOWN, SD

I fell in love with Joy Ranch. As I pulled my car into the “1880s

town.” I instantly felt like I was “out west” in Northeast South

Dakota. The quaint buildings at Joy Ranch are where I found

my bunk for my stay. I had a wonderful room where it was

easy to disconnect, with no television in my room. When was

the last time you felt disconnected? Joy Ranch was special. I

could stroll the property and view the wide-open skies that

South Dakota has to offer. The horses make this ranch what it

is. Several times throughout the year challenged individuals

come and visit the ranch, enjoying horse therapy. Corporate

retreats, private gatherings, camping adventures, and an

opportunity for relaxation are all offered at Joy Ranch in

Watertown.

Tip: Schedule your corporate retreat in advance,

to secure the dates you want.

Storybook Land

ABERDEEN, SD

Storybook Land is a hidden treasure

in the Midwest. This exceptional

attraction is ideal for families with

little ones, as fairy tales come to life. I

look forward to the day I can visit with

my grandchildren. Fairy tales such

as Humpty Dumpty are showcased

throughout the attraction. You can

follow the Yellow Brick Road and meet

up with Dorothy’s Farmstead and the

Wicked Witch of the West. The Wizard

of Oz is showcased in a fun way that

you will talk about for years to come.

Storybook Land offers a historic

Allan Herschell carousel featuring 30

handcarved, hand-painted horses, and

other circus animals. Anyone can hop

on the merry-go-round and be a kid on

the carousel in Aberdeen. Seeing fairy

tales through the eyes of a child, as an

adult, is priceless.

Tip: My husband and I visited on a

weekend in August and camped at

the campground nearby, Wylie Park

Campground. We walked to

Storybook Land from our campsite.


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The Abbey of the Hills

INN & RETREAT CENTER

MARVIN, SD

The Abbey of the Hills is known as

a place to rediscover peace, and I

wholeheartedly agree. It overlooks

the Whetstone Valley, the largest

remaining tract of native tallgrass

prairie in the country. I did not stay

overnight at The Abbey of the Hills, but

I did spend an afternoon at The Abbey.

I quickly began to understand the

allure of this beautiful place. Birding,

swimming, stargazing, and canoeing

are all popular things to do at The

Abbey of the Hills. You can enjoy nature

by making a spiritual pilgrimage along

the Stations of the Cross and reflect

upon Christ’s journey. This is a selfguided

experience, making it extra

special. You can decide how long you

wish your pilgrimage to be.

Everyone is welcome at The Abbey

of the Hills. You do not need to be of

any specific religion to visit. You do

need a desire to relax and connect

with yourself, and nature. Lodging

is available for individuals, as well as

groups of people. The rooms are clean,

simple, and in a quiet space. You can

imagine the quietness of this place, as

there is a magical feeling as you are on

this property. I felt a sense of peace,

tranquility, and relaxation on my visit.

As I drove away from the property, I

reflected upon my visit. I felt renewed

and reenergized. I wanted to be a

better person and show we all can

experience peace.

Tip: Bring a picnic lunch and find a quiet place to enjoy your picnic.

McCrory Gardens -

BROOKINGS, SD

If you want to connect with nature in a

beautiful setting, look no further than

McCrory Gardens. It offers 25 acres

of stunning botanical gardens, and

45 acres of arboretum. I had the

opportunity to visit in September, and

surprisingly, the gardens still offered

an incredible amount of vibrant color.

I strolled through the gardens with

friends, and we all commented on

the beauty along the walkway. It was

easy to see why McCrory Gardens is

an incredible setting for weddings, as

it offers majestic photo opportunities

and a beautiful venue. McCrory

Gardens may be small, but it knows

how to play big!

Tip: Visit at different

times throughout the year to

experience new colors.

Northeast South Dakota continues to surprise me. No matter where or how far you travel, there are magical experiences all

around you. Joy Ranch, Storybook Land, McCrory Gardens, and The Abbey of the Hills offer a magical time for you and your

family. Spend an hour, ½ a day, or a full day at any of these places, and you will be excited to share your experiences with

others.

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DEMPSEY’S BREWERY, RESTAURANT & PUB

PHOTOS BY NICOLE KRINGSTAD

WITH THE WIND VINEYARD & WINERY

PEREBOOM’S CAFE

GHOST TOWN WINERY


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GLACIAL LAKES REGION FOOD, WINE AND BREWS

Nicole Kringstad, The Midwest Millennial

www.themidwestmillennial.com

The Glacial Lakes & Prairies area of South Dakota is a hub for food, wine, and local breweries, making it a great

destination for foodies and vacationers to enjoy. The unique variety of dining available in this area showcases the

passion and talent of the locals. Each town in the area has a unique dining experience to offer so no matter what road

you go down your taste buds will enjoy the ride!

With the Wind VINEYARD & Winery

Located in Rosholt, this family owned winery is the largest winery and vineyard

in the state. With at least 5 types of grapevines and almost 5,000 grapevines

across six and a half acres there is sure to be a wine that everyone can enjoy.

They offer staple wines on their menu as well as rotating seasonal selections

so there is always something new to try. Make this a must stop during your

summer drive as this is only a few miles off I-29. You can enjoy a glass of wine on

their patio or even a wine slushie that is only offered in the summer!

Dempsey’s

Dempsey’s Brewery, Restaurant and Pub has multiple locations available

around the area including Watertown, Brookings, and Aberdeen. The flagship

location is located in Watertown and has been serving the community since

1999 and is still family run. Dempsey’s is unique in so many ways as they are

the 2nd oldest brewery in the state, the only pizzaiola in South Dakota, and the

owner is a member of the US Pizza Team. Outside of their classic menu with

signatures pizzas and traditional pub food you will find a new pizza each week

so there is always something new to check out. Grab a spot on the patio during

a warm summer day or enjoy the eclectic decor indoors all year!

Pereboom’s CaFé

Located in Webster, Perebooms Café is a local hot spot for classic cafe food.

This small town restaurant is welcoming and cozy and you can see how much

the locals love having this cafe in their community. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee

while you check out their packed menu. You can hear the locals raving about

the scratch made pancakes but I definitely recommend checking out one of

their Scrap Pile Breakfast plates. The Scrap Pile plates come in multiple options

that allow you to check out a nice variety of menu items all in one! Bring a big

appetite because no matter what you order the portions are large.

Ghost Town Winery

Along Kemp Avenue in Watertown you will find the hidden gem that is Ghost

Town Winery. With a large selection of wines all named after area ghost towns,

the owners wanted to help preserve the history of some of the area. Grab a seat

at the bar and enjoy a wine tasting for only $7. Each tasting includes 5 samples,

a glass to take home, and chocolates made in house. They have a large variety

of wines to take home, wine slushies available during the warmer months,

and kits to make your own wine varieties at home. Be sure to check out the

chocolate on site as well, the owners also operate Watertown Confectionary

in the same space and can be seen making fresh chocolates in the back of the

store.

For more local favorites and fast food options, visit our website SDGlacialLakes.com

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ANTIQUES & MUSEUMS

ANTIQUES & MUSEUMS

PYLE HOUSE MUSEUM, HURON, SD

Dacotah prairie museum,

Aberdeen, SD

ABERDEEN


Centennial Village

ARLINGTON

Arlington Community Museum

BRITTON

Prayer Rock Museum

BROOKINGS

Children’s Museum of South Dakota

SD Agricultural Heritage Museum

South Dakota Art Museum

CARTHAGE

Campbell Straw Bale Built Museum

Rails & Relics

CLEAR LAKE

Clear Lake Museum

DE SMET

Laura Ingalls Wilder Tour Sites

Depot Museum

Harvey Dunn Schoolhouse

Ingalls Homestead

ELKTON

Elkton Community Museum

EUREKA

Eureka Pioneer Museum

FAULKTON

Pickler Mansion

Faulk County Museum

Maloney Schoolhouse Museum

SD’s Only 110 Ft. Elevator Mural

FLANDREAU

Moody County Museum

FREDERICK

Frederick Area Historical Society

GARY

Gary Historical Association Museum

HAYTI

Historical Hi-lites Museum

HENDRICKS, MN

Lincoln County Pioneer Museum

HOWARD

Miner County Rural Life Museum

HURON

Gladys Pyle Historic House

The Dakotaland Museum

LAKE BENTON, MN

Heritage & Windpower Learning Center

LAKE CITY, SD


LAKE NORDEN

SD Amateur Baseball Hall of Fame

Don Christman Toy Museum

Lake Norden Historical Society Museum

LAKE POINSETT

Lake Poinsett Area History Museum

MILBANK

Grant County Historical Museum

MILLER

McWhorter House Museum and Depot

ORTONVILLE, MN

Big Stone County Museum

PRAIRIE VILLAGE

Prairie Village, near Madison

REDFIELD

Historic Chicago & Northwestern Depot

Spink County Historical Museum

ROSLYN

International Vinegar Museum

SISSETON

Nicollet Tower and Interpretive Center

Stavig House

STOCKHOLM

The Buggy Museum

VOLGA

Brookings County Historical Museum

WATERTOWN

Codington County Heritage Museum

Mellette House

Redlin Art Center

WEBSTER

Museum of Wildlife, Science and

Industry of Northeastern South Dakota

Day County Museum

WESSINGTON SPRINGS

Anne Hathaway Cottage

Shakespeare Gardens

Jerauld County Pioneer Museum

Historic 1905 Opera House

WHITE

White Area Historical Museum

Open year-round

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TRAVEL SERVICE DIRECTORY

ABERDEEN – 57401

ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT

Allevity Entertainment – We are the

premier year round entertainment center

in the Aberdeen region featuring indoor

family-friendly games and attractions. From

laser tag, arcade games, to mini-bowling, we

have something for everyone to enjoy. Play,

eat and repeat at Allevity Entertainment.

130 Centennial St S, Aberdeen, SD.

(605) 225-7733. www.Allevity.Fun.

Storybook Land/Land of Oz – Follow

the Yellow Brick Road to a land of

enchantment that includes more than

65 larger than life nursery rhyme themes

exhibits complete with a medieval castle.

The Land of Oz features the houses of

Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow, Munchkin

Land, a walk through the haunted forest,

and much more. (888) 326-9693.

www.aberdeen.sd.us/storybookland.

Dacotah Prairie Museum – Located in

historic downtown Aberdeen, 21 S. Main

St., exhibits highlight Brown County’s

history and the people who lived here

past and present. Art exhibits by local

artists, Hatterscheidt Wildlife Gallery,

prairie diorama, Native American displays,

historical exhibits, gift shop. Hours: Tues-

Fri 10am-5pm, Sat. 11am-4pm.

Free admission, donations appreciated.

www.dacotahprairiemuseum.com

Wylie Thunder Road – South Dakota’s

number one spot for family fun! With wheelto-wheel

go-kart thrills, picture-perfect

putting mini golf with raging rivers and

waterfalls, Lazer Maze Challenge & Beam

Buster, Euro-bungy trampoline jump and

bumper boats with squirt guns! Free parking

and no admission charge. Located

in Wylie Park. (605) 225-8541.

www.ThunderRoadAberdeen.com.

RICHMOND LAKE FISHING PIER, ABERDEEN, sd

Be sure to check out:

• City Membership Directory:

pages 4-11

• Attractions and Events:

pages 12-19

• Bed & Breakfast and Retreats:

pages 20 & 21

• Featured Travel Writers:

pages 22-25, 62 & 63

• Museums page 26

• Travel Service Directory:

pages 27-61

• Outdoor Service Directory:

pages 64-79

• Regional Map of Northeast

South Dakota: pages 40 & 41

Richmond Lake Recreation Area – Nestled

around the 900-acre Richmond Lake and is

located 12 miles northwest of Aberdeen. The

recreation area offers boating and fishing

access, swimming and kayak and paddle

board rentals. The 24-site campground has

30 and 50 amp electrical service at each site,

a restroom facility, dump and fill station and

cabin for rent. The Forest Drive region of the

area has an extensive multiuse trail system

and an 18-hole disc golf course. (605) 626-

3488. https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/

GROCERIES

Ken’s SuperFair Foods & Shell Express –

2201 6th Avenue SE, (605) 225-6671. “Your

One Stop Supermarket,” with deli, bakery.

Full service bank. Liquor Store with all new

beer cave. Catering. Full Line Convenience

Store. Plaza Pharmacy. Hunting/fishing

licenses. Tackle, guns, and shells. “We have it

all and serious saving on every shelf.”

Kessler’s – Kessler’s is a fourth generation

grocery business since 1938, on Hwy. 12

& State Street. Kessler’s offers full deli,

catering, espresso, floral/gifts, meats,

produce, grocery, frozen/dairy, bakery, and

the largest liquor department in the state

of South Dakota. We offer online shopping

at www.kesslersgrocery.com, US Postal

services in store and other money services.

Kessler’s Pharmacy is also here for your

needs.

LODGING

CAMPGROUNDS

Best Western Ramkota Hotel – 1400 8th

Mina Lake Recreation Area – Located 12

Ave. NW. Adjacent to two golf

miles west of Aberdeen. The recreation

courses and 1 mile south of Storybook Land

area is nestled alongside the 800-acre

Theme Park. Hotel amenities include Best

Mina Lake. The recreation area offers Western Rewards, fitness room, indoor

boating and fishing access, swimming, water playland, wireless internet, complimentary

deluxe continental break-

hiking and biking trails and kayak

and paddle board rentals. The 37-site fast. 154 guestrooms with flatscreen TV’s

campground has 30 and 50-amp electrical

service, a restroom facility, dump and fill

and much more.

and Bar onsite.

Minervas Restaurant

Meeting and banquet

station, cabin and a 3-bedroom modern

cabin for rent. (605) 626-3488.

https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/.

space available. Phone (605) 229-4040.

www.Aberdeen.BWRamkota.com.

Aberdeen cont’d on page 28

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DISCOUNTS

AVAILABLE!

130 Centennial St. S, Aberdeen, SD 57401 • (605) 225-7733 • www.Allevity.fun

Attractions Include

Go-Karts, Mini Golf,

Euro Bungy, and more!

Aberdeen • Watertown • Sioux Falls

www.ThunderRoad.info fty

Photo by Byron Banasiak

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ABERDEEN – Lodging cont’d

Fairfield Inn & Suites – Conveniently located

on Highway 12 just minutes from downtown

and all other area attractions. Guests

will enjoy free breakfast, outdoor patio, indoor

pool and hot tub, and spacious rooms

with extra soundproofing for a great night

sleep. 2901 6th Ave. SE. (605) 229-9990.

www.Marriott.com/abrfi.

Hampton Inn and Suites - Hotel amenities

include HHonors Points, complimentary

“On the Go”® Hot Breakfast, wireless

internet, indoor pool, and fitness center.

Rooms are equipped with 37 in. flat screen

HD TV’s an much more. The DEC and

Maverick’s Steak and Cocktails are attached.

Phone: 1-800-HAMPTON or (605) 262-2600

or visit us at

www.aberdeensuites.hamptoninn.com.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites – 3310 7th

Avenue SE (Hwy. 12 East). Located next

to Aberdeen Mall, Target, Restaurants

and Walmart. 68 rooms with executive

and whirlpool suites. Water park with 150

ft. slide, Kiddie pool and 2 whirlpools.

Free hot breakfast and internet. Attached

to Dakota Event Center and Mavericks

Steak & Cocktails. Phone 605-725-4000.

www.hiexpress.com/aberdeensd.

Hunters Retreat – Beautiful lake home

located on Mina Lake, 12 miles west of

Aberdeen, SD. This lake home can be

used for so much more than hunting,

it has everthing you need for that

weekend getaway. Come and enjoy what

the lake has to offer year-round. Call

(612) 414-3918 for reservations.

www.Facebook.com/huntersretreat.

My Place Hotel – Aberdeen SD, 57401,

(605) 262-4600, www.myplacehotels.com,

East Highway 12. Pillow top plush

mattresses, Pet friendly, Guest laundry,

Business center, 24 Hour My Store. Full

refrigerator, 2-Burner cooktop, Microwave,

37” Flat screen, Free Wifi. Near many local

restaurants and attractions.

Check out the

great walleye

fishing and

pheasant hunting!

www.youtube.com/sdglaciallakes

TownePlace Suites by Marriott – 402

Norwood Street South. Aberdeen’s only

extended stay hotel offering studio,

one, and two bedroom suites. All rooms

include kitchens featuring stove tops,

microwaves, refrigerators, and dishwashers.

Our hotel also offers a pool and hot

tub, meeting room, “In a Pinch Market,”

exercise room, and an outdoor patio with

grills. Reservations: (605) 725-3500 or

(888) 236-2427. www.marriott.com/ABRTS

White House Inn – 500 6th Ave SW,

(605) 225-5000 or (800) 225-6000. Near

intersection of Hwy 12 and 281. 96 rooms,

queen beds, king and extended stay suites,

elevator, handicapped accessible. Free

WiFi, continental breakfast, and HBO on flat

screen TV’s. Outside outlets, guest laundry,

microwaves and refrigerators available.

Meeting room, pets welcome.

RESTAURANTS

Danger von Dempsey’s – Home of Award

winning Brick oven pizzas, Dempsey

Brewing Company beers & Craft beers,

and interesting people. Featuring an open

kitchen concept, an Austrian/English pub

feel up front, and more modern feel in the

main seating hall. Dempsey’s is positively

full of surprises. Cheers! 1023 S. Main, (605)

262-0167. www.dangervondempsey.com.

RETAIL

Hitch ‘n Post Western Store – 2601 6th

Avenue SE, (605) 229-1655. The Hitch ‘n Post

Western Store offers a unique atmosphere

for shopping for western wear, boots,

souvenirs, T-shirts, antiques and collectibles.

Opened in 1970, expanded in 1973 and

1976, it currently is one of the largest

western stores in the Midwest.

Take the back roads!

Check us out on the web @ www.sdglaciallakes.com

ABERDEEN, SD

410 Harvard Street South · Aberdeen, SD 57401

(605) 262-4600 · aberdeen@myplacehotels.com

myplacehotels.com · Toll Free (855) 200-5685

Each hotel is independently owned and operated.


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ARLINGTON – 57212

CAMPGROUND

Lake Poinsett Recreation Area – Most

recognized for its fishing and water

recreation opportunities. It consists of 108

electric campsites, 6 tent campsites, and

4 camping cabins. It is also home to the

Lake Poinsett Visitor Center and Museum

which showcases artifacts from the area.

(605) 983-5085. https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/.

Family

vacations

make great

memories!

STATE OF

South Dakota Art Museum

Brookings, SD

Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant

De Smet, SD

Faulkton Murals

Faulkton, SD

Nicollet Tower &

Interpretive Center

Sisseton, SD

Sica Hollow State Park

Sisseton, SD

Redlin Art Center

Watertown, SD

The Goss Opera House

Watertown, SD

Crazy Horse Memorial

Crazy Horse, SD

Black Hills Playhouse

Custer, SD

https://www.travelsouthdakota.com/south-dakota-state-of-create

A Great Place to Live

2024

Calendar of Events

■ Arlington Days

July 2-4, 2024

■ Arlington Car Show

August 18, 2024

■ Excellent School System

■ Professional Services

■ Recreational Activities

■ Active Business Community

■ Industrial Park

■ 1885 Country School Museum

■ City Camp Sites

■ Spring, Fall & Winter

Craft Shows

■ Hunting and Fishing

■ Bird Watching

■ Groomed Snowmobile Trails

■ Glacial Lakes

■ Motels Available

■ ATM Available

■ Convenience Stores &

Gas Stations Available

■ Dining in and take out available

City of Arlington • PO Box 379 • Arlington, SD 57212

For more information phone 605-983-5251 • www.arlingtonsd.com

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Explore More

of South Dakota

And Visit us in Northeast

South Dakota

Our Glacial Lakes and Prairies Region has

something for everyone in your family to enjoy

1. SHOPPING AND DINING

Throughout the Glacial Lakes and Prairies Region you’ll find

historic downtowns with locally owned restaurants and retail

stores. Stroll the streets and find yourself an unique gift, soak up

the sun, and experience local food and flavors.

2. ART AND HISTORY

The Terry Redlin Art Center in Watertown, and the Laura Ingalls

Wilder attractions in De Smet are well known as must see stops

and host many repeat visitors from across the country each year.

Several cities in our region feature sculpture walks each year as

well as murals showcased on many of their downtown buildings.

3. CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH ONE OF OUR

MANY GREAT EVENTS!

You’ll find a wide variety of annual events including car shows,

fairs, rodeos, powwows, and so much more. From the annual Fort

Sisseton Historical Festival at Fort Sisseton Historic State Park, to

the Brown County Fair in Aberdeen or our State Fair in Huron, the

Crystal Springs Rodeo near Clear Lake, or plan your visit to see the

Vintiques Car Show in Watertown, you can easily plan several road

trips to our Glacial Lakes and Prairies Region each year.

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4. ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL AGES

Enjoy a live concert at the Dacotah Bank Center in Brookings or spend

a weekend at one of the casinos, which each also have concerts and

entertainment throughout the year. Attend a local community

theatre performance in Aberdeen, Brookings, or at Fort Sisseton

Historic State Park. Several of our cities host free downtown music

throughout the summer. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy.

www.sdglaciallakes.com/events/

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BRITTON – 57430


Northern Fort Playhouse – Northeast SD’s

best kept secret! Live theatre performances

in the air-conditioned South Barracks of

the Fort Sisseton Historic State Park three

weekends each July. Alternating between

two plays, patrons can see both in one

weekend! Contact the season ticket line at

(605) 467-3247 or like us on Facebook.

www.northern.edu/northern-fort-playhouse.

Fort Sisseton Historical Festival,

Webster, SD

With its geographical location, business and educational opportunities, plus a friendly community environment,

Britton has something to offer everyone. The natural resources, sprawling prairie, hills forged by ancient

glaciers and the sky blue waters of nearby lakes leaves a lasting impression. It is an exceptional quality of life.

So, go ahead and discover for yourself why the VIEW is great from here!

ATTRACTIONS, AMMENITIES & EVENTS

• Outdoor Water Park

• Baseball Complex

• Public Library

• 9-Hole Golf Course

• School Gymnasium

• Unique Shops

• Prayer Rock Museum

• Wellness Center

• Parks

• Movie Theatre

• Lodging

• Fine Dining

Please contact us for highlights on attractions, events and packets for travelers; or for further community

information, job opportunities and a better quality of life.

Britton Area Chamber of Commerce

(605) 448-5323 • brittonchamber@venturecomm.net

City of Britton

(605) 448-5721 • www.cityofbritton.com

Sponsored by the Britton Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Britton

• Great Hunting & Fishing

• Gateway to Glacial Lakes

• Tennis & Basketball Courts

• Britton Area Event Center

• RV Parking

• Hospital & Clinic

• Vet Services

• City Wide Fall Rummage Sale

• Harvest Days Celebration

• Show ‘N’ Shine Car Show

• Fall Craft Fair

• Christmas on Parade

GROCERY

Ken’s Food Fair – 756 7th Street; (605) 448-

2291. “We are your hometown grocery store.”

Featuring weekly and in-store specials. The

freshest produce, meats, and vegetables.

Everything for your family’s needs. Being

helpful and courteous is our specialty. “See

how tasteful saving money can be.”

SERVICE STATIONS/

CONVENIENCE STORES

Cliff’s One Stop – 801 Vander Horck, (605)

448-2331. Open 5 a.m. daily. Featuring

Picadilly Circus Pizza, Broasted chicken, hot

and cold deli, and bakery items. Sporting

Goods department has live bait, guns,

ammunition, fishing gear and outdoor

clothing. Liquor department, video lottery

and ATM. Large diesel lot for trucks, campers

and trailers.

Holland Bros. C-Store – 822 Vander Horck.

(605) 448-5518. Open daily 6 a.m.-10 p.m.

Featuring Hot Stuff Pizza, Gourmet Grub

Burgers, CHOPZ Subs Salads Wraps, Auto

Fry, bakery, snacks, beer, etc. Video lottery.

ATM. Gas & Diesel. Pay at Pumps. Mechanic

Service. Napa Auto Parts. Major credit cards,

WEX accepted.

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CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF SOUTH DAKOTA

SOUTH DAKOTA AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM

BROOKINGS SUMMER ARTS FESTIVAL

SOUTH DAKOTA ART MUSEUM

1321 6 th Street, Brookings, SD

1-800-699-6125

VISITBROOKINGSSD.COM

MCCRORY GARDENS

VisitBrookingsSD VisitBrookingsSD VisitBrookings


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BROOKINGS – 57006


Brookings Summer Arts Festival (BSAF) – On July 13 and 14, 2024,

the 53rd Brookings summer Arts Festival will feature 175 juried local,

regional & national artists in beautiful Pioneer Park, 101 6th St W,

Brookings. Patrons also enjoy 36 ethnic & gourmet food booths,

antique and living history booths, 25 artisan & natural products

booths and lively children’s area. Live entertainment on 3 stages.

Free admission. (605) 692-2787. www.bsaf.com.

Children’s Museum of South Dakota – 521 4th Street, Brookings.

www.PrairiePlay.org. Build. Climb. Dance. Paint. Play. Learn. Discover.

Imagine! Create fun and lasting memories. 44,000 square feet

of indoor play space on 4 acres of interactive prairie to explore!

Meet Mama T. Rex and her baby Max. Hungry? Café Coteau inside.

(605) 692-6700.

Dacotah Bank Center – Welcome to an international awardwinning

venue of excellence and one of South Dakota’s premier

event facilities. Host your meeting, banquet, or reception here.

Get tickets to the next big concert. Be entertained at a rodeo,

sporting tournament, and so much more. Visit our website to

see what’s happening next. www.dacotahbankcenter.com.

McCrory Gardens & Visitor Center – 631 22nd Ave., Brookings,

SD. (605) 688-6707, www.mccrorygardens.com. The region’s ONLY

botanical garden. Open year-round! 25 acres of formal gardens/45

acres of arboretum. Check website for admission fee & hours,

special events/classes. Visitor Center offers free parking & WiFi,

quaint gift shop and facilities for banquets, meetings & weddings.

Prairie Repertory Theatre – Our 53rd Season! Great Shows! Great

Songs! Great Summer Entertainment! PRT offers a fantastic selection

of plays and musicals in the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

on the campus of SDSU. Performances are held in June and July.

For more information, visit our website www.prairierep.org or call

(605) 688-6045.

South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum – Explore the diverse

history of agriculture, the science behind it, and the culture of rural

life in South Dakota. Museum store specializes in South Dakota made

products. Free admission! On the SDSU Campus: Medary & 11th Street.

(605) 688-6226 or 1-877-227-0015. E-mail: sdsu.agmuseum@sdstate.

edu. See website for more information at www.agmuseum.com.

South Dakota Art Museum – 1036 Medary Ave., Brookings.

Stretch your horizons with art from across the prairie and around

the world. See why American Art Awards named us one of

America’s 20 Best Museums. Fun for kids; fascinating for adults!

The Museum Store features original artwork, gifts, and books. Free

admission. (605) 688-5423. www.SouthDakotaArtMuseum.com.

LODGING

My Place Hotel – 711 32nd Ave, (605) 696-3150. Located within

walking distance of the Swiftel Center and the Larson Ice Center.

Minutes east of the SDSU campus. Every room features a kitchen

with full size refrigerator/ice maker, sink, toaster, coffee maker,

microwave, and 2 burner cook top. Daily, weekly and monthly rates.

www.myplacehotels.com

RESTAURANT

McDonald’s – Download Mobile App for Reward offers every day

at your Brookings McDonald’s! Delivery & Curbside always available.

We are located at 1605 6th St, (605) 692-7200. Be sure to check out

our Brookings McDonald’s Facebook page for store updates.

WHOA

MAMA

Meet Mama T. Rex,

our life-size dinosaur.

Then climb a cloud.

And excavate some

giant dinosaur bones.

Cruise on down

to KidStreet.

Or maybe splash around

in our water features.

Play Along

however you

want at the

Children’s Museum

of South Dakota

#PlayAlongSD

VISIT US

521 4th Street

Brookings, SD

hours & more

prairieplay.org

605.692.6700

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We would like to Congratulate our

Members of Glacial Lakes Tourism who have

earned the South Dakota Great Place

designation from the

South Dakota Department of Tourism.

These tourism-focused businesses earned the

designation for their outstanding hospitality and customer service.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF SOUTH DAKOTA, Brookings, SD

DACOTAH BANK CENTER, Brookings, SD

MCCRORY GARDENS, Brookings, SD

SOUTH DAKOTA ART MUSEUM, Brookings, SD

VISIT BROOKINGS, Brookings, SD

LAKE THOMPSON RECREATION AREA, Lake Preston, SD

WALKER’S POINT RECREATION AREA, Madison, SD

MY PLACE HOTEL, Watertown, SD

QUALITY INN & SUITES HOTEL, Watertown, SD

AKTA LAKOTA MUSEUM, Chamberlain, SD

CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, Crazy Horse, SD

BLACK HILLS VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER, Rapid City, SD

EXPERIENCE SIOUX FALLS, Sioux Falls, SD

In late July/August we spent three weeks in our

motorhome touring a triangle area from De Smet to

Aberdeen to Fort Sisseton. There was an amazing variety

of venues to visit and the landscape of the area with

its rolling terrain and uncountable lakes and ponds was

awesome.

It’s hard to pick “favorite” things we did or saw, but high

on the list was the Redlin Art Center in Watertown, the

Museum of Wildlife, Science and Industry in Webster, and

the Mellette House in Watertown. An honorable mention

to the small but interesting Agricultural Museum on the

University campus in Brookings. Of course we visited

many other venues and all were very good. The Wylie

Park Campground in Aberdeen was fantastic!

We had a wonderful time and I’ve commented on several

RV forums encouraging others to get off I-90 and visit all

the Glacial Lakes region of South Dakota has to offer!

Thank you! We will definitely be back.

Sincerely,

Michael and Donna

Take the

back roads!

1-800-244-8860 • www.sdglaciallakes.com

CREATE TOGETHER

DISCOVER GIFTS

EXPLORE EXHIBITS

Inspiring creativity,

connecting people,

and enriching lives

through art.

ADMISSION

EVENTS

PARKING

BROOKINGS, SD

711 32nd Avenue · Brookings, SD 57006

(605) 696-3150 · brookings@myplacehotels.com

1036 Medary Avenue | Brookings, SD 57007 | 605.688.5423

SouthDakotaArtMuseum.com | SouthDakotaArtMuseumStore.com

REST WITH THE BEST!

myplacehotels.com • Toll Free (855) 200-5685



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BRUCE – 57220

CAMPGROUND

Oakwood Lakes State Park – An area rich in history and recreational

opportunities. It consists of 133 electric, 6 tent, and 6 equestrian

campsites and 7 camping cabins. There are almost 5 miles of trails, a

9-hole disc golf course, a swim beach and 5 picnic shelters.


Take the

back roads!

BRYANT – 57221

SERVICE STATION/

CONVENIENCE STORE

Cenex C-Store – Hwy. 28, (605) 628-2342 Gas, diesel. Food items,

snacks. Agronomy Dept. Bulk Fuel and LP Dept. Video rental.

Everything for the traveler.

CARTHAGE – 57323


Campbell Straw Bale Built Museum – Located on Main St. in

Carthage. Welcome – A “Secret in South Dakota.” Home of the

“Only Originally” straw bale built museum in the nation. It houses

rural memorabilia and old 1800’s newspapers. Admission-free will

donations. Open Saturday-Sunday 12:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. and open

weekdays by appointment for tours. dbhurne@alliancecom.net.

(605) 772-4716.

Rails & Relics – Rails & Relics – Period locomotives, SD history and

Native American artifacts are “all aboard” this large operating Model

Railroad exhibit. A layout depicting the topography of SD, tells the

story of how railroading impacted the untamed West in the early

1900’s. A free, entertaining and educational work of art & history,

located at 211 E Main St. (605) 772-2255.

CASTLEWOOD – 57223

CAMPGROUND

Castlewood Memorial City Park – The City of Castlewood offers 12

electrical campsites featuring fire pits, picnic tables and dumping

station. Disc golf, playground, ball fields and covered picnic shelter

are adjacent. Cost is $25/night. To reserve a spot call the city office at

(605) 793-2220. www.castlewoodcity.com.

RETAIL

Kones Korner – A family business for 60 years. We buy, sell, and

trade new and used firearms; Benelli, Winchester, Browning, Colt,

Remington, Beretta, Rock River, Kimber, Springfield, Glock and Smith

& Wesson. We do business all over the U.S.! Vic Carter, owner, Jct.

Hwy. 81 and SD 22, Castlewood, SD 57223, (605) 793-2347.

www.koneskorner.com

CLARK – 57225

GROCERY

Ken’s Food Fair – 106 N. Commercial, (605) 532-3434. “We are your

hometown grocery store.” Featuring weekly and in-store specials.

The freshest produce, meats, and vegetables. Everything for your

family’s needs. Being helpful and courteous is our specialty. “See

how tasteful saving money can be.”

CLEAR LAKE – 57226

CAMPGROUND

Lake Cochrane Recreation Area – This family friendly park is

located on the North Side of Lake Cochrane. The area is known

for water-based recreation such as boating, tubing, fishing, and

swimming. The beautiful beach at Lake Cochrane Recreation Area

also has a volleyball court for some competitive family fun.


STATIONS/CONVENIENCE STORES

Cowboy Country Store – 420 3rd Ave. S. (605) 874-2477. A

neighborhood friendly Sinclair convenience store offering E-85,

E-30, E-20, E-10, Unleaded gas & diesel. Hot coffee & cappuccino,

hot food, cold sandwiches, snacks, lottery & beer. Also bait, fishing

supplies, ammunition, hunting & fishing licenses. Lottery. Casino.

ATM. 24 hour fueling. All major credit cards accepted.

Deuel County Farmers Union Oil Co. – Hwy. 22 & 15 intersection.

Oil changes, tire repair, food, and farm supplies. Open from 7:30 a.m.

to 5:30 p.m. Cenex Convenience store is also located at Hwy. 22 &

15 intersection. Subs, pizza, chicken. Gas, diesel, LP exchange. Open

6 a.m. to 10 p.m., 7 days a week with 24 hour fueling. Other Deuel

County Cenex locations Toronto Agronomy and Toronto Service

Station. Feed, fertilizer, bulk fuels, bulk LP – LP service.

Located only 20 minutes from

DeSmet & Lake Poinsett

Bryant Events

Bryant Fire Department Tractor Pull

WW Tire Car Show • City Wide Rummage

Fall Craft Bizarre

Visit our Facebook page for more events.

• Swimming pool with Concessions

• Wards Store Lodging

• Ward’s Store Bar & Grill,

home to Whiz’s Pizza

• Bryant Cinema, New Release’s

and classics.


• 2 Baseball fields

• Tennis & basketball court

• Cenex C-Store

• Kirst Confections & Café

• Beautiful park with playground

• Campground with Electrical sites

take your family camping in the

glacial lakes region!

Economic Development, 605-628-2171 • Bryant City Hall, 605-628-2931

bryantsd@itctel.com • PO Box 145 • Bryant, SD 57221 (For more info, see pg. )

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DE SMET – 57231


Discover Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Homes – Come and

immerse yourself in the world of Laura Ingalls Wilder, tour the

original school and homes of the Ingalls Family. Beyond the

Prairie: A Journey through the Lives of Laura Ingalls Wilder

and Rose Wilder Lane. Special activities and more await you

when you visit us in De Smet. Check out our website for tour

availability, open year-round. Located in De Smet, one block east of

the Courthouse. (800) 880-3383. 105 Olivet Ave, De Smet, SD.

www.discoverlaura.org

Ingalls Homestead – “Laura’s Living Prairie.” Interactive pioneer

heritage museum on the land Laura Ingalls Wilder’s family

homesteaded. Covered wagon rides, 1880’s school session, pioneer

activities. Camping available. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day, 9 a.m.-

7 p.m. daily. Call for spring and autumn hours. 20812 Homestead

Road, De Smet, SD 57231. 1-800-776-3594.

www.ingallshomestead.com

Laura Ingalls Wilder Pageant – Capture Laura Ingalls Wilder’s

pioneering spirit! Watch her stories come to life on the outdoor prairie

stage at our 53rd annual theatrical performance. Enjoy an evening

on the prairie with your family and friends. Performance at 8pm,

gates open at 6pm. July 5-7, 12-14, and 19-21. (800) 776-3594,

www.desmetpageant.org.

LODGING

De Smet Super Deluxe Inn & Suites – De Smet is a growing

little city, but the Tourists keep our town buzzing. Come see

what the buzz is all about. We have business rates. Sportsman

of all kinds, once you have stayed here, you’ll stay again. We have

free Kennels in the garage and allow pets in certain rooms for a

fee and signed pet rules. Also boat parking. Book online at

www.desmetsuperdeluxeinn.com

or call for discounts at 877-687-7523.

Heritage House Bed & Breakfast – 126 Calumet Avenue, Call

(605) 854-9370 between 9:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m. for reservations. The

Heritage House is located in the heart of De Smet. Built in 1888 as a

bank, this historical landmark was restored into a guesthouse with

old world atmosphere. All suites have private baths, cable TV and

wireless internet. We welcome couples, families & hunters.

www.heritagehousesd.com.

Prairie House Manor B&B – Historic Home in Laura Ingalls Wilder’s

“Little Town on the Prairie”. Just steps from the Historic Ingalls Home.

Five guest rooms with private baths. Ope year-round for reservations.

Serving you since 1990 with delicious breakfast and a charming stay.

For reservations, call (605) 868-1303. www.prairiehousemanor.com

Prairie Retreat – 15 miles from De Smet. Church, business, family

groups, tourists and hunters delight in the peaceful spirit of the prairie.

Remodeled barn has ground level bunkroom; renovated church with

kitchen, large meeting room ideal for groups. Participate in farm life

with animals and organic gardens. 43008 195th Street, Bryant, SD.

(605) 625-5085, www.prairieretreat.com

Email: retreat@itctel.com

RESTAURANT

The Oxbow Restaurant – Hwy. 14 & Calumet Avenue, (605) 854-

9988. Dining for up to 150. Daily Specials. Buffet available. Open

Monday-Thursday 7 a.m. – 4 p.m., Friday-Saturday 7 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.,

Sunday 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. Buses welcome, please call for reservations.

For more information call or email: genstoredesmet@gmail.com.

The Myers Family. www.desmetoxbow.com.

SERVICE STATIONS/

CONVENIENCE STORES

Cowboy Country Stores – 104 E. Hwy. 14. (605) 854-3553. A

neighborhood friendly Sinclair convenience store offering E-10,

Unleaded gas & Diesel. Hot coffee & cappuccino. Hot Stuff pizza.

Champs chicken. Burgers, hot food, sandwiches, appetizers, snacks

& beer. Also bait, fishing supplies, ammunition, hunting & fishing

licenses. Lottery. Casino. ATM. 24 hour fueling. All major credit cards

accepted.

The Main Stop – A new (LOCAL) convenience store. 102 E. Hwy. 14,

(605) 854-9200. Open 6 a.m.-11 p.m. everyday. Self serve gas, diesel

and a 24-Hour Credit Card Service, Godfather’s Express Pizza, Bakery

goods, groceries, snacks, ice, beer, ATM. Hunting & Fishing licenses.

Fishing bait & tackle and casino. Come check out our new facility.

De Smet, SD

Covered wagon rides • pioneer activities • camping

800-776-3594

ingallshomestead.com


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With all the charm of a modern small town combined with spectacular sunsets,

a storybook history and world-class hunting and fishing, there really is something

delightfully different about De Smet. We can’t wait to meet you here!

desmetsd.com

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Tour the Original House of Laura Ingalls Wilder

- The Little Town Adventure Starts Here!

• Surveyors’ House

from “By the Shores of

Silver Lake”

• Ingalls Home

built by Charles Ingalls

• First School of DeSmet

attended by Laura and Carrie

• 2024 Exhibit

Beyond the Prairie:

A Journey through the

Lives of Laura Ingalls Wilder

and Rose Wilder Lane

OPEN YEAR ROUND

Located in town at 105 Olivet Avenue

www.DiscoverLaura.org | 605-854-3383

GLACIAL LAKES

NORTHEAST REGION


De Smet SD

HISTORIC

FAMILY ADVENTURE

HUNT & FISH

STAY HERE

www.DeSmetSuperDeluxeInn.com

1-877-687-7523


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ESTELLINE – 57234

SERVICE STATION/

CONVENIENCE STORE

Country Corner Sinclair – West edge

of Estelline on Hwy. 28. (605) 873-2199.

24-hr self service gas & diesel. Hunting &

fishing license and bait available. Pizzas,

subs, ice, beverages & groceries. Lottery

& tourist information. Open 6am-10pm.

Clean restrooms. Most major credit cards

accepted.

FAULKTON – 57438


Faulk County Historical Society - Pickler

Mansion and Museums – Pickler Mansion

on the south edge of Faulkton, home of

S.D.’s first U.S. Congressman, complete with

original furnishings - admission charged

(see Faulkton ad). Faulk County Museum

at 810 Court St., open by appointment.

Maloney One-room Schoolhouse Museum

adjacent to Pickler Mansion. Call summer

1-4 p.m. (605) 598-4285.

Plan your getaway

around one of our annual events!

Attractions and Events on pages 12-19

SDGlacialLakes.com

GROCERY

Bauer’s Super Valu – 800 North Main, (605)

598-6633. Camping and hunting supplies.

A great selection of your daily Groceries,

Meats, Produce, Bakery, Dairy and Frozen

items. Located on Hwy. 212 on the corner of

8th Avenue N. Open Mon.-Sat. 8 a.m.-6 p.m.;

Sun. 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

LODGING

Faulkton Inn – Hwy. 212. Desk 8 a.m. - 9

p.m. Family rooms available. Dog friendly.

WiFi, coffee, hair dryer, microwave and

refrigerators in every room. Light breakfast

available. Large vehicle parking. Best

hunting around. E-mail: 700FaulktonInn@

gmail.com. Check us out on Facebook. Call

or text (605) 598-4567 for reservations.

FLANDREAU – 57028


Royal River Casino & Hotel – (877) 912-

LUCK. The perfect place for your special

occasion! Enjoy clean hotel rooms, an

award-winning restaurant, an Events Center,

live table games, over 400 Las Vegas-style

slot machines, and a newly renovated

RV park with full hook-ups. TAKE THE

CROWN and come to Royal River!

www.royalrivercasino.com

GROTON – 57445

GROCERY

Ken’s Food Fair – Jct. Hwy. 12 & 37, (605)

397-8456. “Your One Stop Supermarket,”

with deli and bakery. Catering. Liquor Store.

Full Line Convenience Store. Hunting/

fishing licenses. Tackle, shells. “We have it all

and serious saving on every shelf.”

READ FEATURED TRAVEL WRITER ARTICLES ON PAGES 22-25, & 62-63

Faulkton, South Dakota

We Believe in Possible

ATTRACTIONS & AMENITIES

• South Dakota’s Only 110 ft Elevator Mural

• 1925 Happy Times Carousel – Free Rides

• Historic Pickler Mansion – Tour the Home of

SD 1st US Congressman

• Lakeside Country Club – 9 hole golf course

• Casino Lanes – 4 lane bowling alley

• 1950 Lyric Movie Theater

• Garry Cunningham Sports Complex

• Camping available @ City Park, Lake Faulkton & RV Parks

• State of the Art Hospital built in 2007

2024 EVENTS

• Wild West Days

July 5th-7th

• Arts & Crafts

Festival

October 19th

For More

Information:

City of Faulkton

PO Box 21

Faulkton, SD 57438

605-598-6515

www.faulktonsd.com • email: faulktoncity@venturecomm.net • #faulktonsdmurals

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Our Glacial Lakes and Prairies

Region has something for

everyone in your family to enjoy.

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Bowdle

Hosmer

Ipswi

Roscoe

E D M U N D S

Loyalton

Onaka

Norbeck

ART AND HISTORY

The Terry Redlin Art Center in Watertown,

and the Laura Ingalls Wilder attractions in

De Smet are well known as must see stops

and host many repeat visitors from across

the country each year. Several cities in our

region feature sculpture walks each year as

well as murals showcased on many of their

downtown buildings.

CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH ONE

OF OUR MANY GREAT EVENTS!

You’ll find a wide variety of annual events

including car shows, fairs, rodeos, powwows,

and so much more. From the annual Fort

Sisseton Historical Festival at Fort Sisseton

Historic State Park, to the Brown County Fair

in Aberdeen or our State Fair in Huron, the

Crystal Springs Rodeo near Clear Lake, or

plan your visit to see the Vintiques Car Show

in Watertown, you can easily plan several

road trips to our Glacial Lakes and Prairies

Region each year.

ENTERTAINMENT FOR ALL AGES

Enjoy a live concert at the Dacotah Bank

Center in Brookings or spend a weekend

at one of the casinos, which each also have

concerts and entertainment throughout

the year. Attend a local community theatre

performance in Aberdeen, Brookings, or at

Fort Sisseton Historic State Park. Several

of our cities host free downtown music

throughout the summer. Bring a lawn chair

and enjoy. www.sdglaciallakes.com/events/


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Crow Lake

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Baileys Lake

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Carpenter

Lake

Willow

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Cherry

L.

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Spirit

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Mud L.

Osceola

Carthage

Redstone Creek

Hickman Dam

Fort Sisseton

State Park

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Dry Lake

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White Lake

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Piyas L.

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Sica Hollow

State Park

Long L.

Clear L.

Red Iron

Lake

Buffalo

Lake

Waubay National

Wildlife Refuge

Florence

Lake Norden

Lake Norden

Lake John

L. Albert

Badger

Oldham

Thomas

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Badus

Ramona

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For more travel information, tour ideas, and events

Visit our website below


TOURISM ASSOCIATION

1-800-244-8860 • www.sdglaciallakes.com

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Glacial Lakes & Prairies

Visitor Information Area – I-29 Exit 177

(Located year-round on the first floor of the Redlin Art Center)

Wilmot Interstate Welcome Center – I-29 Exit 213

(Open mid-May through mid-September)

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pyle house museum

CentenNial Stone Church

Murals on the town

Huron, SD

HURON – 57350


South Dakota State Fair – (605) 353-7340. August 29-September

2, 2024. South Dakota’s showcase for thousands of agricultural,

livestock, home-life, educational and commercial exhibits. Awardwinning

entertainers, thrilling carnival rides and six stages of free

entertainment. Website: www.sdstatefair.com.

CAMPGROUND

Gross Hill Campground at Lake Byron – Located 20 miles northeast

of Huron on the north side of Lake Byron. 26 full service hook-ups

available. Across from the public beach. The experience and unique

atmosphere of Gross Hill Barn, and views of Lake Byron are a must

see. 40426 N Shore Rd., Huron, SD. (605) 350-2050.

RETAIL

Double D Western, LLC – A local and family-owned company.

With 27 years of experience in the business, Dean and Judy Stevens

own one of the most popular western clothing, footwear and tack

stores in SD. A store and boutique with “unique fashion, not just

a western store”. 800 21st St SW, (605) 352-5792.

E-mail: doubledwesternllc@hotmail.com.

Take the

back roads!

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“Changing the way we look at rural South Dakota”

Health Care • Hardware

Restaurants • Lumber • Auto Repair

Motel • Museums

Armed Service Memorial

Visit us in the heart of eastern South Dakota’s lake

region. Hunting and fishing opportunities abound.

While in Lake Norden be sure to visit the “Don Christman

Farm Toy Museum” and the “South Dakota Amateur

Baseball Hall of Fame.” Come see our originally furnished

1882 Kirk School, our agricultural exhibits displayed in

a pole barn , and our main museum building, with local

pictures and cultural exhibits including mill stones used

by local pioneers to grind wheat.

Lake Norden constructed a new Community Center in

2011. The building’s design accommodates both large and

small functions. Consider renting the facility for a business

or personnel event.

The Independence Day Celebration in Lake Norden

is a special time. Attend an old-fashioned community

bar-b-que on the evening of the 3rd of July, and on the

4th, watch the local baseball team play an area team.

Finish off the celebration by viewing one of the largest

displays of fireworks in the area.

South Dakota Amateur Baseball

Hall of Fame – Only amateur

baseball hall of fame in the world.

Open May-October, 7 days a week.

9 a.m.-7 p.m.

Call City Hall – (605) 785-3602

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LAKE NORDEN – 57248


South Dakota Amateur Baseball Hall

of Fame – (605) 785-3553. Only amateur

baseball hall of fame in the world. Displays

artifacts and momentos of South Dakota

baseball from the early 1900’s to today.

Historic photographs and pictures of Hall of

Famers are featured. A must see for casual or

avid sports fans or for anyone interested in

history.

LAKE PRESTON – 57249

CAMPGROUND

Lake Thompson Recreation Area – Located

on the Northeast shoreline and offers

spectacular views of Lake Thompson. It

consists of 97 electric and 6 tent campsites,

5 camping cabins, and a 5-bedroom lodge.

There are over 2.5 miles of trails throughout

the park to enjoy a variety of wildlife.


LANGFORD – 57454

BED & BREAKFAST

B-B’s Boarding House – 211 Hickory St,

Langford, SD. Relax and enjoy a small town

with nearby prime pheasant, waterfowl

and turkey hunting with world class fishing

within 20 minutes. Rent by room, or entire

floor/area. Three bedrooms (11 beds,

sleeps 15). Full kitchen, WiFi, washer/dryer

available, all linen provided. Perfect for

hunters, family gatherings or workers in

need of short term lodging. (605) 380-6919.

BBsBoardinghouse@yahoo.com.

MADISON – 57042

CAMPGROUNDS

Lake Herman State Park – Lake Herman

State Park is located on a peninsula and

offers visitors spectacular views of Lake

Herman. Camping, boating, fishing, and

Take your family camping

in the glacial lakes region!

cross country skiing are favorite activities at

the park. Observe wildlife in the native oak

woodlands and prairie grasses that inhabit a

variety of birds and animals. (605) 256-5003.

https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/

Walker’s Point Recreation Area – Tucked

along the shore of Lake Madison, this small

but complete park meets the many needs

of campers, anglers and boaters. Campsites

offer picturesque views of the 2,800-acre

lake, while anglers enjoy both on- and offshore

fishing. (605) 256-5003 or


. . . to the great

Laura Ingalls Wilder Attractions

in De Smet, SD

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MILBANK – 57252

CAMPGROUND

Hartford Beach State Park – The park has

2.8 miles of trails through scenic river breaks

and features several historic sites. There

is also a 9-hole disc golf course, archery

range, and 28-target archery course that

meanders through native forest. Enjoy a

picnic at the beach or catch some of the

famous Big Stone Lake perch while visiting

this beautiful park! (605) 882-5200.

https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/.

LODGING

GrandStay Hotel & Suites – Conveniently

located off U.S. Highway 12 in northeastern

South Dakota. This new hotel has a range

of accommodations and amenities that

are ideal for leisure and business trips.

Choose from the selection of standard

double rooms, one-bedroom extended stay

suites or upgrade to a relaxing king suite

to make the most of your “grand” stay. Hot

complimentary GRAND START® Breakfast

serviced daily. This hotel also includes a

heated indoor pool and whirlpool, a beer

and wine lounge, guest laundry, fitness

room, business center and free Wi-Fi.

1005 S Dakota St., Reservation: (855) 455-

7829, front desk – (605) 438-5000.

www.grandstayhospitality.com

Wilmot Interstate

Welcome Center

Be sure to check out:

• City Membership Directory:

pages 4-11

• Attractions and Events:

pages 12-19

• Bed & Breakfast and Retreats:

pages 20 & 21

• Featured Travel Writers:

pages 22-25, 62 & 63

• Museums page 26

• Travel Service Directory:

pages 27-61

• Outdoor Service Directory:

pages 64-79

• Regional Map of Northeast

South Dakota: pages 40 & 41

RESTAURANT

Millstone Family Restaurant – (605) 432-

6866. Located on East Highway 12. Full

service restaurant. We offer breakfast, lunch

and dinner all day. Open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Mon-Sat., 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays. Brunch

buffet served Sundays 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Daily lunch and evening specials. Visit us

online at www.milbankmillstone.com.

MILLER – 57362

CAMPGROUND

Lake Louise Recreation Area – Located

14 miles northwest of Miller. The recreation

area has 39 campsites, 31 of which have 30

and 50-amp electrical service, two camping

cabins for rent and a dump and fill station.

Other park amenities include hiking trails,

kayak and canoe rentals, boating and

fishing access, a swimming beach, and a

life size checker board. (605) 910-4589.

http://gfp.sd.gov/parks/

STATION/CONVENIENCE STORE

Cowboy Country Store – 704 N Broadway,

(605) 853-2404. A neighborhood friendly

Sinclair convenience store offering E-10,

Unleaded, Premium Gas & Diesel. Champs

Chicken. Hot coffee & cappuccino, hot food,

cold sandwiches, snacks, lottery & beer. Also

bait, fishing supplies, ammunition, hunting

& fishing licenses. Lottery. Casino. ATM. 24

hour fueling. All major credit cards accepted.

• Holland Grist Mill –

available for tours upon request.

Farley Fest – July 19-20, 2024

A summer celebration filled with music,

food, vendors, entertainment and more!

Attractions

• 18 hole golf course

• Unity Health & Fitness Recreation Center –

indoor pool & waterslide, walking track & gym

• Disc Golf

• Flynn Prairie Nature Trail

• Snowmobile trails

• Splash Pad & Ice Skating at Hurley Park

• Museums

• Camping at Lake Farley Park

• Birthplace of American Legion Baseball

Milbank Area Chamber • 1001 E 4th Ave Suite 101 • Milbank, SD 57252

605-432-6656 • chamberinfo@milbanksd.com

www.milbanksd.com | www.farleyfest.com


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REDFIELD – 57469

CAMPGROUNDS

Fisher Grove State Park and Fisher Grove

Country Club – The area is located 8.5 miles

to the east of Redfield and sets along the

James River. Fisher Grove State Park has 22

campsites with 30 and 50-amp electrical

service, restroom facilities, picnic areas, a

playground, fishing areas and a dump and

fill station. Fisher Grove Country Club is a

10-hole golf course that is located to the

south of the campgrounds. (605) 472-1336.


Hav-A-Rest Campground – Located on US

Highway 212 W, beside Redfield Lake, open

April to November. Areas available include

Tent areas at $5/night and 19 pads including

electric for $20/night. Amenities include

dump station, restroom/showers, grills,

picnic shelters, boat ramp, fishing dock, &

playground. For reservations call

(605) 472-4552 or online

www.parkandrec.redfield-sd.com.

RESTAURANT

Spink Dairy Queen – 820 West 3rd, (605)

472-1426. “Happy Tastes Good.” Features

full line of Dairy Queen treats as well as

sandwiches, fry foods. Indoor seating for

60 and drive-thru window make the Dairy

Queen a favorite stop.

ROSHOLT – 57260


With the Wind Vineyard & Winery – South

Dakota’s largest vineyard and winery offers

panoramic views of rolling hills and endless

skies. The tasting room opens to the

public on Fridays and Saturdays from 11am

to 6pm and Sundays from 1pm to 6pm.

Located two miles south of Rosholt.

www.WiththeWindWinery.com.

Find us on facebook

/SDGLACIALLAKES

Community ponds

are stocked each

year with fish by

South Dakota

Game, Fish & Parks

Community or urban ponds are located

throughout the state. Some of those

in the Glacial Lakes and Prairies Region

include Wylie Park near Aberdeen,

Ravine Lake in Huron, Redlin Art Center

ponds or Lions Park in Watertown or

Visitor Center Pond located behind the

Milbank Visitor Center in Milbank. These

ponds are a great opportunity for new

anglers, kids, or your family.

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Visit Sisseton, a community with a natural gift of

breathtaking scenery, enchanting beauty and bountiful

history. Camp, hunt and fish in six nearby state parks.

Enjoy hiking and horseback riding in Sica Hollow, view the

Coteau des Prairies from the Nicollet Tower, travel back

in time at the Stavig House Museum, take in the many

public artworks in and around town, and participate in

numerous other exciting activities sure to satisfy the

whole family. Sisseton offers three motels, plus camping

opportunities, and a wide assortment of local businesses

for everyone to enjoy.

Explore more of what we have to offer at...

SISSETON AREA CHAMBER of COMMERCE

406 2nd Ave. W • Sisseton, SD 57262 • (605) 698-7261


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NICOLLET TOWER

SICA HOLLOW STATE PARK

SISSETON – 57262


Dakota Connection Casino –

Entertainment, service, and convenience.

Located off I-29 Exit 232, Sisseton. Dakota

Connection offers a Convenience Store

and Truck Stop, Crossroads Restaurant with

daily specials and full menu, and monthly

Slots promotions. Call (800) 542-2876 or

visit our website for more information.

www.dakotaconnection.com.

Nicollet Tower & Interpretive Center – See

three states atop the 75 ft. tower. Enjoy the

film “Dakota Encounters” about French map

maker Joseph N. Nicollet’s 1830’s mapping

of the area. See Nicollet’s map and John

Wilson’s original artwork. West of Sisseton

3.5 miles on Hwy. 10. (605) 698-7672.

www.sissetonmuseum.com.

Stavig House Museum – Hear stories of

Scandinavian immigration and see the

Victorian style, ten bedroom Stavig family

house built in 1916, where the Emmy®

award winning SDPB television program,

“The Stavig Letters” was filmed Located at

112 1st Ave. West in Sisseton. (605) 698-

4561. www.sissetonmuseum.com

CAMPGROUNDS

Camp Dakotah – From 1-29 at Exit 232,

go 1/2 mile west then north 1/8 mile.

30-50 amp full hook-ups, long pull thrus,

clean restrooms, tenting, free WiFi. Weekly

& monthly rates. Great hunting, fishing,

horseback, golfing, biking, bird watching,

hiking, boating all close to camp.

(605) 698-7388. www.campdakotahsd.com.

Roy Lake State Park – Roy Lake State Park

is SW of Lake City, SD. The park has two

units, with camping cabins, boat launches

and beaches. The West Unit has modern

cabins and suites for rent, boat rentals and a

convenience store. Roy Lake offers excellent

hunting and fishing! (605) 910-4521

www.gfp.sd.gov//parks/.

Sica Hollow State Park – Sica Hollow is

NW of Sisseton on the Coteau des Prairie.

It is a National Natural Landmark. A

coulee with native oak and aspen trees,

plus several natural springs, it is a unique

setting being the trees among the prairie.

There are 12 primitive campsites for tent

and horse campers. There are also eight

miles of hiking/horse trails including The

Trail of Spirits. (605) 910-4465.

www.gfp.sd.gov//parks/.

LODGING

Holiday Motel and Jemm’s Fuel Max – 1

mile west of I-29, Exit 232, (605) 698-7644;

reservations 1-866-620-7644. Sisseton’s

finest motel. Near shopping. Convenience

Store with gas and hunting and fishing

supplies.

I-29 Motel – Welcome to the Lake Traverse

Reservation. Located 1.8 miles west of I-29

on Hwy. 10. Private entrance, microwaves,

refrigerators, coffee maker, hair dryer, queen

beds, king singles, cable TV, air conditioned

and wireless internet all at reasonable rates.

Phone (605) 698-4314, Fax (605) 698-3376.

2105 SD Hwy. 10, Sisseton, SD 57262. Owned

and Operated by Sisseton Wahpeton Sioux

Tribe.

RESTAURANT

Rosalie’s Restaurant, Bakery & Lounge –

Rosalie’s is THE go-to place for your favorite

home-cooked meals. The large menu has

breakfast until 2pm, awesome appetizers &

sandwiches, steaks, chicken, pasta and more

AND the area’s best soup & salad bar. There

are always dessert options! Find them on

E. Hwy 10 at the 1st roundabout.

(605) 698-7401. Catering services too!

RETAIL/SERVICE

Doubletree Gallery – Framing, Gifts &

Collectibles – A Shopping Experience You

Won’t Want To Miss! Relaxing Music, South

Dakota Wines, Chocolates and Gourmet

Foods. Home Décor & Funky Junk! Come

shop our “South Dakota Made” including

SD Tee’s & Sweatshirts. Travel information

also available. 1608 South Dakota Hwy 10,

Sisseton, SD 57262. (605) 698-7425. Follow

Us On Facebook!

Katy’s Closet – A one-of-a-kind shopping

experience. Located on W. Hwy 10. Vintage

items, antiques, new & used furniture, home

décor, Native inspired gifts & beadwork, new

floor rugs, and an abundance of thrift items.

Follow us on Facebook. You’ll be captivated.

Open Monday – Saturday, 10am to 8pm.

(605) 698-2400.

SERVICE STATION/CONVENIENCE STORE

Stillson Service-Marathon C-Store –

Facebook stillsonservice. Corner of Hwy.

10 & Business District. (605) 698-3512 or

1-800-Dead-Fly. Casino, Live Bait, Tackle,

Ammo, Fishing/Hunting Licenses. HWY

DIESEL, 24-HOUR PUMPS. Hours: Sun.-Thurs.

7 a.m.-10 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 7 a.m.-11 p.m.

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ROY LAKE STATE PARK

Family fun!

CONVENIENCE STORE

CABIN RENTALS

fishing ~ boat Rentals ~ camping ~ cabins ~ picnic shelters ~ disc golf ~ BEACHes

• 101 camping sites, 90 with electricity, 12 tent only, 2 accessible

• 3 camping cabins

• 6 modern cabins with one to two bedrooms,

kitchens, living areas, and bathrooms

• 6 modern suites with one to two bedrooms,

kitchens, living areas, and bathrooms

• Suites are open for rent all year around

• Convenience store open May through October,

open during most winter weekends

• Snacks, soda, water, ice, bait, souvenir items, camping basics,

and tackle basics available at convenience store

• Two park units on lake, each with a boat launch,

swim beach, picnic area, and playground

FORT SISSETON

HISTORIC STATE PARK

2024 ANNUAL EVENTS

HISTORICAL FESTIVAL

May 31 – June 2


Weekends in July

HARVEST FESTIVAL

September 21

HAUNTED FORT

October 12 – 13

FRONTIER CHRISTMAS

December 14

Open year-round featuring fourteen historic

buildings, museum, site tours, special events,

and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Ten miles SW of Lake City in Northeast SD

GFP.SD.GOV/FORT-SISSETON

605.910.4465


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SIOUX FALLS – 57106


Wild Water West – South Dakota’s largest

outdoor waterpark! Your ticket to fun

featuring unlimited access to the complete

waterpark, go-karts, bumper boats, minigolf,

batting cages, and sand volleyball, all

for one low price. Cabana rental available.

Kid tested, mother approved! Open May

22nd through Labor Day. 26767 466th Ave,

(605) 361-9313. www.wildwaterwest.com.

E-mail: info@wildwaterwest.com

Check out our website @

WWW.SDGLACIALLAKES.COM

SUMMIT – 57266

CAMPGROUND

County Line Campground – Big pull

through sites, full hook-ups, tent sites, cabin

rental, seasonal RV spots. Phone (605) 398-

6355. Jct. of Hwy. 12 and I-29.

www.countylinecampground.com.

SERVICE STATION/CONVENIENCE STORE

Coffee Cup Fuel Stop – Jct. Hwy. 12 &

I-29, (605) 398-6493. Open 24-hours daily.

Convenience Store, self-service fuel stop

with gas & diesel. Newly remodeled.

Playground for your kids and your pets too!

Now featuring Subway, Caribou Coffee,

Cinnabon and Pizza Hut along with our

Thank you to our New Members!

• PRAIRIE HOUSE MANOR B&B, DE SMET, SD

• ROSALIE’S RESTAURANT & BAKERY, SISSETON, SD

• WAVERLY STEAKHOUSE, WAVERLY, SD

• REEL THERAPY GUIDE SERVICE, WEBSTER, SD

• TAILS UP RETREAT, WEBSTER, SD

• SWEET GRASS EATERY & BAKERY, WESSINGTON SPRINGS, SD

fresh made hot and cold deli selections.

Also newly remodeled casino, showers and

restrooms. Tourist information available.

TWIN BROOKS – 57269


Twin Brooks Threshing Show – August

10-11, 2024. 2024 features Oliver. Events

include Magic Needlers Quilt Show,

blacksmith, SD Sanctioned Kids Pedal Pull,

threshing, tractor pull, sawmill, and flea

market. Food served both days. Parade

both days, Saturday at 1pm and Sunday

at 3pm. $10.00 for both days.

www.threshingshow.com.


Experience the Legend!

• Lake View Park

Quiet and Secluded Camping

• Meyer’s Rec

“Emergency Thirst Headquarters”

• Scotty’s Black Lab Tavern

Daily Meal Specials

• South Shore Gazette

All the Area News

• South Shore City Park

Picnic Shelter, Grills, Boat Dock,

Swimming Dock, Playground

• South Shore Community Center

Available to Rent for Large

or Small Gatherings

• Most Spectacular 4th of July

Fireworks Display in the Area

Summit

Our community, located on the Coteau Hills,

is the essence of small town life.

Where friends and neighbors really are like family.

Great hunting and fishing potential within a short drive.

“Where Community

Spirit is Alive and Strong”

Located at I-29 & US Hwy. 12 (Express Way to Aberdeen)

Recent Community Developments

• Community Day Care Center

• Pre-K -12 School Addition includes a new

Gymnasium and Community Wellness Center

• Expanded Campground Facilities

• City Park and Playground.

South Shore

On the shores of beautiful

Punished Woman’s Lake

Email: townsouthshore@sstel.net 605-756-4130

www.seesummitsd.com

For information regarding economic development please contact

Summit Area Economic Growth, Inc. Tim Gapp 605-398-6111.

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REDLIN ART CENTER

LAKE KAMPESKA

BRAMBLE PARK ZOO

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Bramble Park Zoo – 800 10th St. NW,

Watertown, SD (605) 882-6269. COME

CLOSER to the Ottertown exhibit and

KidZoo, Discovery Center, Australian

Adventure, Big Cats, Monkeys, Sloth, Bear

Crossing, Terry Redlin Environmental Center,

Diversity of Life Complex, 23 acres of wildlife

with over 600 animals representing 130

species from around the world and those

native to South Dakota. Open all year!

www.brambleparkzoo.com and

www.facebook.com/BPZandLAZS.

The Codington County Heritage Museum

– Located in Watertown’s 1906 Carnegie

Library, our museum preserves and

promotes the history of Codington County

through exhibits and programs. Check

our website for hours, seasonal exhibits

and upcoming events! Admission is free.

Donations Welcome. 27 First Avenue SE,

Watertown, SD. (605) 886-7335.

www.CCHSMuseum.org.

Dakota Sioux Casino & Hotel – Where

excitement never sleeps! With 400+ slot

machines, live table games, sports betting,

restaurant, 90+ hotel rooms, and RV parking,

we offer a complete entertainment package.

Join us for the ultimate gaming experience,

stay for the luxury and comfort! 16415

Sioux Conifer Rd., (605) 882-2051.

www.dakotasioux.com.

Ghost Town Winery - 116 E Kemp Ave., (605)

753-5249. Each of our wines is carefully

handcrafted and bottled with SD pride and

taking its name from a ghost town in SD.

Stop by our tasting room for a sample and

bit of SD history.

Mellette House – The home of South

Dakota’s first governor was built by Arthur

Calvin Mellette about 1885. Our collection

includes original family pieces and early

South Dakota memorabilia. Open May

1-October 1, 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Closed Mondays.

421 5th Avenue NW. Admission free.

Donations welcome.

www.mellettehouse.org

Mother of God Monastery – Located

on the southern edge of Watertown on

“Harmony Hill.” Come, visit The Village of

Harmony Hill, the Challenger Learning

Center of SD and more. Learn more

about the Benedictine Sisters’ legacy

project on the Hill at our websites:

www.watertownbenedictines.org or

www.harmonyhillwatertown.com or

www.villagewatertown.org.

North Country Fiber Fair – 32nd Annual

event held September 20-22, 2024,

Codington County Extension Complex

at 1910 W. Kemp. NCFF is a 2.5 day fair

offering workshops in fiber related crafts like

knitting, crochet, and spinning and vendors

selling fiber related supplies. Come sit and

converse with friendly, like-minded folks.

NCFF is dedicated to all aspects of fiber arts,

production and marketing.

www.northcountryfiberfair.org.

Redlin Art Center – The Redlin Art Center is

a gift from world famous artist Terry Redlin

to the state of South Dakota and Redlin’s

hometown of Watertown! Over 160 of

Redlin’s original oil paintings are featured

within the three-story gallery visible for miles

along I-29 in Watertown. A 30-acre wildlife

refuge with walking trails and gazebos, a

state-of-the-art Amphitheater, and multiple

Gift Shops can also be enjoyed. Admission

is FREE! 1-877-TREDLIN. Open year-round.

www.redlinart.com

VISIT

OUR WEBSITE

TO FIND

Great

Events &

Attractions

Attractions Include

Go-Karts, Mini Golf,

Euro Bungy, and more!

Aberdeen • Watertown • Sioux Falls

www.ThunderRoad.info fty

Find us on Instagram

/SDGlacialLakes.com

The Goss Opera House – Make your

own history at the Goss Opera House in

Watertown. Take in a show and experience

the world-class acoustics of the newly

renovated opera hall. Schedule a tour

and get lost in the stories of this 130-yearold

building. Show schedule and tickets

available at www.thegossoperahouse.com

call (605) 753-0200 for tours.

Thunder Road Family Fun Park – Located

on West Hwy. 212. Watertown (605) 882-

6959. Thunder Road has a go-kart track,

18-hole miniature golf, an arcade and Euro

Bungy. The go-kart track will test the skills of

racers. The 18-hole adventure miniature golf

features waterfalls, rivers and ponds. Email:

wtnthunderroad@hotmail.com.

Watertown Confectionery – (605) 753-

5249, 116 E Kemp Ave. A Chocolate

Lovers Dream & much more! Handmade

chocolates, freshly roasted coffees, Ghost

Town Wines, local art, home wine making

supplies and SD’s only Licensed wine-onpremise.

Check out our Facebook page.

Because life’s too short not to indulge.

Watertown cont’d on page 54

Photo by Byron Banasiak

GROUP

DISCOUNTS

AVAILABLE!

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WATERTOWN – cont’d from page 53

AUTOMOTIVE

Sharp Chevrolet-GMC-Toyota – Located

at the Jct. Hwy. 212 & 20, (800) 288-5168;

(605) 886-8081. “Your Hometown Dealer.”

Featuring full service and parts department.

Also modern auto body and collision center.

Lease programs with a friendly helpful staff

to serve you. Open Mon.-Fri. 7:30 a.m.-5:30

p.m., Sat. 7:30 a.m.-noon.

Watertown Ford Chrysler and Bobcat –

1600 9th Ave. SE, (605) 886-5844; (800) 658-

3671. Ford, Lincoln, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep,

Ram, Bobcat. Sales (Vehicles and Bobcat),

Service, Quick Lane and Body Shop open

Monday thru Saturday. Closed Sundays.

Check website for department times at

www.watertownfordchrysler.com.

www.watertownbobcat.com.

“One Low Price, Plain and Simple, Always!!”

CAMPGROUNDS

Codington County Memorial Park –

Located on Northwest shores of Lake

Kampeska. 107 sites. (22 full hook up, 67

electric, 12 pull through, 6 no service) Dump

station, city water, storm shelter, swimming

area, boat launch, picnic shelters, and

concessions. Isaac Walton Memorial Trail


Watertown

Confectionery

Watertown, SD

and Glacial Lakes Birding Trail site. Modern

comfort stations with heated showers. Open

May 1st thru Sept. 30th. No gate fee, advance

reservations available. Full time manager on

duty. (605) 882-6290, 1200 N Lake Dr.

www.codington.org/memorial-park.

Pelican Lake Recreation Area – This hidden

gem 9 miles southwest of Watertown is one

of the most beautiful parks in our region. It

boasts over 5 miles of scenic trails through

native prairie and wildflowers. Don’t forget

to visit the archery range and 14 target

course as you prepare for hunting season.


Sandy Shore Recreation Area – This

beautiful park on the south shore of Lake

Kampeska has quickly become a favorite

with area campers. Sandy Shore is located

on the nicest swimming beach in the area

with modern campsites and new comfort

station. There are also two new lake front

cabins that each has its own dock!


Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park – Located

on northeast shore of Lake Kampeska, off

Hwy. 20 at 90 South Lake Dr., 64 camping

sites with water & electricity. 6 pull-through

sites with sewer, water and electricity. 4

camping cabins. Dump station on site.

Swimming beach with boat launch, modern

comfort stations, 2 playgrounds, large picnic

area with shelters, bike/jogging trail and

tornado shelter. No gate fee, reservations at

www.watertownparkandrec.com.

GROCERIES & DELI

County Fair Food Store – “The Friendliest

Store in Town” – Your locally owned

supermarket for 34 years. Located in Uptown

Watertown, 14 2nd St NE., (605) 886-4127.

Stop in for all your grocery needs. Check

out Wingman Pizza, new Smokehouse

meat items, and the Cold Beer Barn. Carry

out Service, call in ordering, online pickup

or delivery available. We pride ourselves in

helpful, friendly service.

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Watertown, SD


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Hy-Vee Foods – 1320 9th Avenue SE (next

to Watertown Mall), Grocery (605) 882-

3311, Floral (605) 882-9789, Pharmacy (605)

886-0661. Featuring a pharmacy, Floral

department, health and beauty. Wine &

Spirits department. Full bakery, kitchen,

meat and cheese island. Chinese, Italian,

Caribou Coffee. “Low Prices All Day-Every

Day.”

LODGING

Country Inn & Suites – I-29 Exit 177 and

Hwy. 212. A Home Away From Home. Across

from the Terry Redlin Art Center. All rooms

have microwaves/refrigerators, LCD TV’s,

coffee makers, and more! Enjoy the business

center, wireless internet, complimentary

hot breakfast, guest laundry, pool and hot

tub. McDonald’s and Fuel Stop next door.

(605) 886-8900 or 1-800-456-4000.

www.countryinns.com/watertownsd.

Days Inn by Wyndham – Newly Renovated!

We offer an expanded deluxe breakfast

with waffles, a friendly 24-hour desk staff,

indoor pool and hot tub. Each room features

high speed internet, microwaves and

refrigerators. Located next to Wal-Mart and

Redlin Art Center off of I-29 and Hwy 212.

(605) 886-3500 or www.daysinn.com.


Joy Ranch – Uniquely designed as an 1880’s

prairie town, Joy Ranch is a destination

location for weddings, retreats, and family

vacations. Facilities include a full-service

campground, an impressive working dude

ranch, full catering services, bunkhouses,

and high comfort retreat lodging. Book your

visit at (605) 886-4622.

www.JoyRanchSD.org

Kampeska Rental – Stay on Lake Kampeska

at our remodeled lake home at 570 North

Lake Drive in Watertown. Cozy fireplace. On

the bike trail. Sleeps 12. Property includes

fishing dock with bench, BBQ and 2 car

garage. For more details or to book, call

(605) 520-2609.

My Place Hotel – Watertown’s newest

extended stay hotel. Nightly, weekly and

monthly rates. Featuring pillow top plush

beds with microfiber sheets and down

duvets, guest laundry and free high-speed

internet access. Every room features full-size

refrigerator/ice maker, sink, toaster, coffee

maker, microwave, and 2 burner cook-top.

3409 8th Ave SE, Watertown. (605) 878-

3133. www.myplacehotels.com.

Quality Inn and Suites – I-29 Exit 177/Hwy

212. Across from the Terry Redlin Art Center.

All rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators

plus free wireless internet Enjoy the pool,

hot tub, exercise room, business center,

complimentary hot breakfast, guest

laundry, meeting room and elevator.

McDonalds, and Fuel Stop next door.

(605) 886-3010 or 1-800-4CHOICE.

www.facebook.com/qualityinn.watertownsd

www.qualityinn.com/hotel/sd016.

Ramkota Hotel – (605) 886-8011. 1901

9th Ave SW. Full-service hotel featuring

Minervas Restaurant & Bar, room service

available. Complimentary breakfast. All

rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators and

free WiFi. Relax in our indoor pool/hot tub

and fitness room. Pets Welcome with fee.

Adjacent to the Watertown Event Center.

The Lazy Duck Inn – The Lazy Duck Inn is

a 4-bedroom, 2 bath, private family-style

vacation rental home on Lake Kampeska.

This fully furnished home includes many

amenities, internet, and ample off-street

parking. For more information visit our

website at www.lazyduckinn.com or book

direct with us and save the booking fees at

(605) 351-9837.

Watertown Lodging cont’d on page 56

Souvenirs – Gift Shop

(605) 882-3950

• Full Menu • Salad Bar

Open: Mon-Sat 6am-10pm,

Sunday 6am-2pm

Located at STONE’S TRUCK STOP

24-Hour

Food Court & Deli

Jct. I-29 & US 212 • Watertown, SD

(605) 882-1484

EXIT

177 Check out the “Loft”

casino, food, beer & wine

24-Hour Food Court • Deli

Full Menu • Salad Bar

Bait • Tackle & Licenses

Jct. of Hwy. 212 & 20

Watertown, SD

(605) 886-3133

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• Free high-speed Internet access

• Free, hot Be Our Guest Breakfast

• Comfortable, spacious rooms

• Across from the Terry Redlin Art Center

• And more!

Country Inn & Suites By Radisson, Watertown, SD

3400 8th Avenue • Watertown, SD 57201

+1 (605) 886-8900 • countryinns.com/watertownsd

© 2013 Country Inns & Suites By Radisson, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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WATERTOWN – Lodging cont’d

The Village of Harmony Hill – A cuttingedge

senior living continuum of care

community. Opening in spring of 2023,

you will find a home where your needs are

met and dignified care is the norm, not

the exception. Call Lisa Ronke, Director of

Community Relations, at (605) 237-8407 or

visit www.villagewatertown.org.

Travel Inn – W. Hwy. 212, (605) 886-6120;

Reservation line (800) 658-5512. 29 clean,

quiet, comfortable rooms. Cable TV. Free

local calls, refrigerator, microwave and

coffee maker in each room, winter plug-ins.

Continental breakfast. Next door to fine or

casual dining. Across from the Watertown

Events Center.

Watertown Executive Suites – 1 – 1st Ave

SW. Short term lodging by the month or

week only. For traveling nurses or corporate

& executive travel. Enjoy fully furnished

apartments or studio’s. Cable TV. High

speed WiFi. No down payment. No hookups.

Keyless lock entries. Located in Downtown

Watertown. Close to restaurants, shopping

and entertainment. Call for appointment

and details. (605) 203-0348.

www.watertownexecutivesuites.com.

MEDIA

KPHR Power 106 – The Rock N Roll station.

Tune in for the best in Classic Rock. Tons of

fun and winning. 508 10th Ave. SE, (605)

884-3548. www.bigstoneradio.com

KXLG Radio – 835 Jenson Avenue. (605)

753-9911. www.mykxlg.com

Watertown Radio/Three

Eagles Communications/KSDR/

KS93/KKSD/KWAT/KIXX/KDLO – Home

to 6 of Watertown’s talk, news, ag, sports,

entertainment, and music radio stations.

Listen to local live streaming on our website.

921 9th Ave. SE, Watertown. (605) 882-1480;

www.gowatertown.net

REALTORS

Aesoph Real Estate, Inc. – ”Unlock your

perfect home with us!” Ever heard of the

MLS? It’s like a giant catalog of homes for

sale in NE South Dakota – all in one place! No

more endless searching. Just tap, browse,

and find your dream home on your phone.

Your dream home simplified! Call or text: Jim

@ (605) 880-9129, Brenda @ (605) 237-1964

or Roy @ (605) 881-7909. www. Area.Work

GLACIAL LAKES

& prairies

Region

RESTAURANTS/LOUNGES

Backroads Coffeehouse – Backroads: also

referred to as the ‘gem’ of Watertown, is

located on N. Hwy. 81. Stop to shop, eat or

drink. Their regulars boast their favorites

in all areas. Also available: Antiques from

Sweden, merchandise to wear, and local

art displayed. 1519 4th St NE. Find more

online for hours and seasonal menus.

www.BackroadsCoffeehouse.com,

Email: brcoffeehouse@gmail.com.

Culver’s – 901 26th Street SE/East Hwy.

212, (605) 753-0440. Whether it’s your first

Culver’s experience, or you’re a seasoned

guest, we’ll surprise you with our wide meal

selection including a savory Butter Burger,®

chicken and fish dinners, great tasting

salads, soups, and fresh frozen custard

desserts. Open 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m. 7 days a

week.

Take the back roads! www.sdglaciallakes.com

WATERTOWN, SD

3409 8th Avenue Southeast · Watertown, SD 57201

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800 35th St Cir

Watertown, SD 57201

605.886.3010

Book your room with us at

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Dempseys Brewery, Restaurant, & Pub

– 127 North Broadway. (605) 882-9760. A

landmark of Watertown, featuring award

winning Brews, the 2nd oldest brewery

in South Dakota, and the winner of the #1

Pizza in the NW in Las Vegas. Sean Dempsey

(owner/all around nice guy) is also a member

of the United States Pizza Team. Dempseys

is a full service restaurant with a European/

American fusion and a full bar. Front of

House Manager Adam Erickson is also the

2017 State Bartending Champion, so be

sure to try some of his curious libations and

remedies. Family owned since its founding

in 1999, it’s a great destination for all ages.

Open 7 days a week. Try the Brick Oven

pizzas!

Follow us on Facebook

/sdglaciallakes

bramble park zoo

Watertown, SD

McDonald’s – Download Mobile App for

daily REWARD offers at your Watertown

McDonald’s! 2 convenient locations: 820

35th Circle SE (Interstate), (605) 886-7807,

and 407 9th Ave SE (In-Town), (605) 886-

7077. Delivery & Curbside is always available!

Follow your Watertown McDonald’s

Facebook page for store updates.

Perkins Family Restaurant – Jct. US Hwys.

81 & 212, (605) 882-3700. Breakfast, dinner

and everything in between. Full-service

bakery featuring our famous muffins and

pies. Waiting to serve you.

Pizza Ranch – 217 10th St. NW (on Hwy. 20);

(605) 882-4040. Dine-in, To Go and Delivery

Buffet – daily 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and every

evening, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Community room

that accommodates 60 people. Buses and

groups welcome. Open Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-

10 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Watertown Brewing Co. – Handcrafted

beer made right here in Watertown, SD along

with the most delicious pub fare you’ve

ever tasted. There’s always something new

and different to enjoy in our warm, inviting

atmosphere. Free WiFi. All ages welcome.

www.watertownbrewing.com.

www.facebook.com/watertownbrewco.

113 E Kemp, (605) 520-9384.

Waverly Steakhouse – Whether it’s a

burger, steak tips, walleye bites, or Roberts

County chili, you’re sure to find something

for everyone. Friday & Saturday reservations

recommended. Check out our Facebook

page for nightly/weekend specials such as

bison ribeye or Alaskan halibut. Located

13 miles northeast of Watertown, just off

I-29. (605) 954-9888.

www.waverlysteakhouse.com

Wheel Inn – 4th Ave. & Hwy. 20. Closest

thing to home! Come in and experience

delicious food at a reasonable price in a

comfortable, relaxed setting. Breakfast

served all day, every day. Dine-in, Carry-

Out, Catering available. Online ordering

available through our website or app. The

Wheel Inn has been serving Watertown

and the surrounding areas for 70 years.

Come experience a Watertown institution.

Open 7 days a week 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Hours vary. (605) 886-4649

www.watertownwheelinn.com.

RETAIL/SERVICE

Glacial Lakes Harley-Davidson – 1000

19th Street (west of Target on Hwy. 212 in

Watertown) (605) 886-3448. This 14,000

square foot, full service store features

a complete inventory of new and pre

owned Harley-Davidson motorcycles,

MotorClothes, Merchandise, parts &

accessories, and authorized service. Stop by

Glacial Lakes Harley-Davidson. Open Tues.-

Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Watertown listings cont’d on page 58



OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK


Open year-round and staffed during the Summer travel season.


Award Winning Brews

Award Winning Pizzas

Award Winning Service

605-882-9760

127 North Broadway • Watertown, SD • www.dempseybrewpub.com

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PLANNING A TRIP TO

SOUTH DAKOTA?

Visit our website for everything you

need to tour Northeast South Dakota including . . .

City Information

Attractions

Travel Itineraries and more!

Outdoor Adventures


Calendar

of Events

Attention Birdwatchers

Sand Lake National

Wildlife Refuge (605) 885-6320

Waubay National


Big Stone National


The Glacial Lakes & Prairies Region

boasts three national wildlife

refuges, which provide excellent

habitat for waterfowl and other

wildlife. Thousands of migratory

birds utilize these three refuges.

Find a PDF of the Glacial Lakes Birding Trail

Brochure @https://gfp.sd.gov/maps/#5

Watertown listings cont’d from page 57

Lew’s Fireworks, Inc. – Direct Importer/

Wholesaler/Retailer of Consumer, Display,

Proximate and Indoor Pyrotechnics. Home

of HOTSHOT and BULLSEYE Brand and

over 850 different items. Established in

1959. Open year-round. Located east of

the Redlin Art Center on Hwy. 212 in

Watertown. Also selling pennants, banners

and flags. (605) 882-1744.

www.lewsfireworks.com.

Office Peeps, Inc. – 807 South Broadway,

Watertown, SD with locations also in

Brookings, Huron and Madison. (800) 658-

3541. We are the area’s full service business

products provider including supplies,

furniture/design, machines, computers and

service. Visit us on the web at

www.officepeeps.com

or find us on Facebook.

Watertown Business Association –

Historic Uptown Watertown, The Heart

of the City, provides a unique shopping

experience. Spend a leisurely day shopping,

dining and taking in the scenery. Enjoy

store-front parking, friendly sales staff and

a variety of specialty stores, eateries and

professional services. Watertown Business

Association, (605) 886-3040.

www.facebook.com/uptownwatertown

SERVICE STATIONS/

CONVENIENCE STORES

Cowboy Country Stores #1 – 305 10th

St. NW. (605) 882-3304. A neighborhood

friendly Sinclair convenience store offering

E-10, Unleaded, Premium gas & Diesel.

Hot coffee & cappuccino. Hot Stuff Pizza

& burgers. Appetizers, cold sandwiches &


snacks. Also bait, fishing tackle, ammunition,

hunting & fishing licenses. Lottery. Casino.

ATM. Liquor Store. 24 hour fueling. All major

credit cards accepted.

Cowboy Country Stores #2 – Jct. Hwy. 81

& 212, (605) 882-9000. A neighborhood


E-85, E-30, E-20, E-10, Unleaded gas & Diesel.

Hot coffee & cappuccino. Hot food, burgers,

cold sandwiches, appetizers & snacks. Also

bait, fishing supplies, ammunition, hunting

& fishing licenses. Lottery. Casino. ATM.

Liquor Store. 24 hour fueling. All major

credit cards accepted.

Cowboy Country Stores #3 – 1400 4th

St. NE. (605) 886-4444. A neighborhood


E-85, E-30, E-20, E-10, Unleaded gas & Diesel.

Chester’s Chicken. Hot Stuff Pizza. Hot

coffee & cappuccino. Burgers, appetizers,

cold sandwiches & snacks. Also bait, fishing

supplies, ammunition, hunting & fishing

licenses. Deli. Lottery. Casino. ATM. Liquor

Store. 24 hour fueling. All major credit cards

accepted.

Dutch Boy Car Wash – East Hwy. 212, (605)

882-4500. Marathon brand self service gas.

Convenience Store. Watertown’s only soft

cloth car wash with attendants to towel dry

your vehicle. Free popcorn and ice with any

purchase.

Gas N Goodies – Homemade soups & chili

from the Wheel Inn daily. Hunting & fishing

licenses, beer, car wash, ATM and snacks.

A neighborhood convenience store with

quick and friendly service. 152 4th St. NE,

(605) 882-3692.

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Stone’s Travel Center – I-29 & Hwy

212, (605) 882-1484. Open 24 hours.

Convenience Store, gas, diesel, showers,

souvenir and gift shop, washers and dryers.

Free internet, truckers lounge, large parking

area. Restaurant features full menu and daily

specials. Hours Monday-Saturday 6 a.m. – 10

p.m., Sunday 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. Also Loft and

Casino.

WAUBAY – 57273

GROCERY

Jorgenson Meat Store – (605) 947-4461. 32

East Hwy. 12. Fresh and frozen beef, pork, and

poultry. Pick up your outdoor grilling steaks

along with our sausage and products. Open

9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekly, Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Kim

and Gloria Jorgenson.

LODGING

Circle Pines Motel – 240 East Hwy.

12, Waubay, SD 57273. 12 rooms with

electric heat, AC, cable, wireless internet,

refrigerators and microwaves in every

room, outside plug-ins. Enclosed, heated

and air-conditioned fish/game cleaning

facility. Shaded picnic area w/gas grills. For

reservations call (605) 947-4641 or 1-877-

324-5161.

NeSoDak – A premier retreat destination

located on Lake Enemy Swim near Waubay

with year-round facilities including multiple

lodges and cabins. NeSoDak accommodates

groups of all interests and sizes including

fishermen, hunting groups, family reunions,

and offers catered food services. Enjoy

high comfort amenities and world-class

hunting and fishing! 3285 Camp Dakota Dr.,

Waubay, SD 57273. (605) 947-4440,

nesodak@losd.org.



WEBSTER – 57274


Museum of Wildlife, Science & Industry

of NESD – 760 West Hwy. 12, (605) 345-

4751. Come see SoDak history, Historic

buildings, artifacts, tractors, Shoe House,

Sigurd Anderson Memorial Bldg., animal

trophies. Open May 15-October 15.

May 15 to Labor Day, hours Monday –

Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday 1pm-

5pm. Labor Day through October 15th,

hours 1pm-5pm, 7 days a week.

www.sdmuseum.org

CAMPGROUNDS

Fort Sisseton State Park – A beautifully

preserved Civil War era fort with 14 original

buildings. Also available year-around: visitor

center, camping, camping cabins, canoeing,

numerous family friendly events, large rental

facility, wedding facility, and guided tours.

Don’t miss this jewel of the prairie, situated

in the heart of the glacial lakes region! (605)

910-4465. www.gfp.sd.gov/parks

Pickerel Lake Recreation Area – Pickerel

Lake Recreation Area is on the beautiful

shores of Pickerel Lake. The recreation area

offers an East and West unit and both offer

camping sites, camping cabins, hiking,

swimming beaches and boat ramps. The

east unit also offers a fish cleaning station

and fishing pier while the west unit offers

a picnic shelter that can be reserved.


LODGING

Boomers Outback Campground, Lodge

& Cabins – Hwys. US 12 & SD 25, Enjoy our

split level lodge. Rent one level or entire

house. Main floor with loft sleeps 10-15,

kitchen, fireplace, 3 baths. Lower level sleeps

5 with bar area. Private deck. 2 large hotel

rooms with fridge, microwave and HDTV. 4

modern cabins with full kitchen each sleep

5. One small cabin sleeps 4. Campground

has 5 full service pads. Indoor heated

kennels and fish/game cleaning. (605) 345-

3323 or www.boomersoutback.com

Email: boomersoutback@gmail.com

Boomer’s Outback Motel – 300 West Hwy.

12. Owners Jay and Janice Pereboom. 31

non-smoking, pet friendly rooms. Brand

new 11 room addition. Walk-in entry,

outdoor outlets, WiFi, HD flat screens, minifridge,

microwave, coffeemaker. 4 suites

with kitchens, 8 rooms with kitchenettes,

guest coin laundry. Heated fish/game

cleaning building. (605) 345-3323.

www.boomersoutbackmotel.com

Email: boomersoutback@gmail.com

Lynn Lake Lodge – 13551 427th Avenue,

Webster, SD. Private, country lodging

within minutes of Lynn & Waubay Lakes.

Year-round lodging accommodating all

size groups. Very clean, apartment type

settings with fully equipped kitchens and

baths. Cable TV, movies, AC, game cleaning

facility, freezers, bait, tackle, licenses, and

free wireless internet. (605) 345-4564 or

(605) 237-0309. Email: lynnlake@itctel.com.

Website: www.lynnlakelodge.com.

Sportsmans Cove – Webster, SD. We have

four lodging facilities. We strive to provide

very clean accommodations along with a fish

and game cleaning facility available for our

guests at no additional charge. Our sporting

goods shop, the Sportsmans Cove, is

conveniently located along Hwy. 12.

Phone (605) 345-2468.

thesportsmanscove@outlook.com.

www.sportsmanscove.net.

Tails Up Retreat – Beautiful home for your

family and friends to enjoy as a home away

from home in Webster. Sleeps 7 with one

King, Queen, Double and Twin. Heated

garage, fish cleaning shack, fenced backyard

with outdoor seating and cooking, WiFi,

coffee bar, washer/dryer, smart TV’s. Pet

friendly. (952) 846-8415.

www.tailsupretreat.com

Webster Lodging cont’d on page 60

FORT SISSETON

HISTORIC STATE PARK

2024 ANNUAL EVENTS

HISTORICAL FESTIVAL

May 31 – June 2


Weekends in July

HARVEST FESTIVAL

September 21

HAUNTED FORT

October 12 – 13

FRONTIER CHRISTMAS

December 14

Open year-round featuring fourteen historic

buildings, museum, site tours, special events,

and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Ten miles SW of Lake City in Northeast SD

GFP.SD.GOV/FORT-SISSETON

605.910.4465

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WEBSTER – Lodging cont’d from page 59

The Galley Hotel, Bar & Grill – 230 W Hwy

12. (605) 345-9989. Conveniently located on

Highway 12 in Webster, near the greatest

fishing lakes in the area. The Galley offers

clean rooms, friendly staff, full bar & restaurant,

and heated dog kennels. Four 2-bedroom

Cabins. Guests can take advantage of

the on-site Game Cleaning station.

www.thegalleyhotelbarandgrill.com.

WESSINGTON SPRINGS – 57382


Shakespeare Garden and Anne Hathaway

Cottage – (605) 539-1999. Visit the only

thatched roof building in South Dakota and

South Dakota’s oldest Shakespeare Garden.

Donations. Call for tours of the cottage and

garden or reservations for English Tea. PO

Box 44, 501 Alene Avenue North.

Shakespearegarden@venturecomm.net.

www.shakespeare-garden.com.

RESTAURANT

Sweet Grass Eatery – Small town charm,

big city class. Old world charm, upscale

atmosphere with high quality made from

scratch cooking. Eatery offering lunch

specials, bakery, coffee shop, wine-pairing

and catering available. Check out our

Facebook page for mouth-watering photos.

116 Main St, Wessington Springs.

(605) 539-1330.

www.sweetgrassbakery.com

www.facebook.com/sweetgrasseatery

WEBSTER MUSEUM OF WILDLIFE,

SCIENCE & INDUSTRY

WEBSTER, SD

WOONSOCKET – 57385

CAMPGROUND

Lake Prior Campground – Camp at

beautiful Lake Prior. Relax at the island

gazebo. Take the kids swimming or feed the

resident swans. 15 camping spots located

north and 15 spots 1 block east of Lake Prior.

Full hook-ups available. No reservations –

first come, first serve. For more information

call (605) 796-4112.

Your Home away from Home!

WEEKLY FISHING REPORT


For more detailed licensing information or to request

a 2024 South Dakota Fishing Handbook or a

2024 South Dakota Hunting Handbook

Friendly Staff • 23 Clean Rooms • 4 Cabins

Pet Friendly • Full Bar & Restaurant

On-site Game Cleaning Station

Banquet Room seats up to 300

605-345-9989 • 230 W. Hwy. 12 • Webster, SD

www.thegalleyhotelbarandgrill.com

SD DEPARTMENT OF GAME, FISH AND PARKS

605-773-3485 • www.gfp.sd.gov

Webster Area Chamber of Commerce

PO Box 123, Webster, SD 57274

605-345-4668

Email: wac@webstersd.com

www.webstersd.com

2024 EVENTS INCLUDE:

• Spring Fling &

Citywide Rummage Sale

• Fort Sisseton Historical Festival

• Day County Fair

• Pumpkin Fest &

Lighted Night Parade

• Trunk or Treat

• Fort Sisseton Frontier Christmas


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GLACIAL LAKES WALLEYE

By Jason Mitchell, Jason Mitchell Outdoors

Northeastern South Dakota features

a vast rolling prairie terrain referred

to as the Prairie Coteau. Formed by

glaciers, the landscape is hallmarked

with staggering numbers of wetlands,

marshes and lakes. Some lakes in

particular like Bitter Lake and Waubay

Lake are fairly large bodies of water

each encompassing more than thirty

thousand acres. There are many lakes in

the region, however that are small, less

than five thousand acres. Beginning

in the mid-nineties, we experienced

the start of a wet cycle that filled up

many of these lakes and in some cases

formed new lakes. The high-water

phenomena created some of the most

incredible fishing in the United States.

This new water not only provides more

room for fish to swim. The productivity,

growth rates and young of the year fish

recruitment raised eyebrows. From a

biological perspective, nothing is more

fertile, more productive than a new

lake. While many of these lakes were

indeed new and unknown, we didn’t

have to wait very long for so many of

these obscure lakes to make this region

famous.

What I love about this area in particular

is the variety. There are large renown

fisheries like Bitter Lake and Waubay

Be sure to check out our website

for weekly fishing reports,

fishing videos, and more!

SDGlacialLakes.com

Lake that have been on the radar of

walleye anglers and ice anglers for

several decades. Every time I visit this

part of the world, however, there is

a new hot lake it seems. The region

boasts some tremendous walleye

fishing and is also really renowned for

ice fishing jumbo perch but there is

more. The quality of panfish like crappie

and bluegill in some lakes would shock

many anglers. The smallmouth bass

fishing is also top tier. I have friends

that drive all the way to Watertown or

Webster, South Dakota every year from

places like Arkansas and Missouri just

to target smallmouth bass. They can’t

believe how great the bass fishing is.

The high water is unique. The variety

and number of lakes is unique. How to

target walleye in these often shallow,

fertile dish bowl shaped prairie lakes

can also be unique. These lakes are often

referred to as a dish bowl lake because

these lakes simply gradually drop off

into deeper water off the shoreline and

the basins or deepest part of the lake

are often uniform and flat. The contour

or topography of many of these lakes

looks just like a cereal bowl. Relatively

speaking, these lakes are relatively

shallow. There is no cold-water habitat

or thermocline in these lakes. Many

lakes are turbid and windswept come

summer. Compared to many Canadian

Shield lakes for example, there is little

obvious structure and much of the

lake is soft bottom although there may

be some gravel and rock particularly

along some of the shorelines.

Aquatic vegetation is often important

for finding walleye and depending on

the time of year and lake, this weed

growth often ends in six to twelve feet

of water. Some of these lakes can be

extremely clear while other lakes can

be noticeably stained. Some of the

lakes will have flooded timber. Flooded

roads, ditches and stock dams can be

common on many of the lakes.

If I had to narrow down finding and

catching open water walleyes with a

handful of presentations, you can get

started with a short list.


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Spring and early summer, think

shallow. Casting crankbaits and soft

plastics along wind swept shorelines

produces a lot of walleye. This is often

shallow, less than eight feet of water.

In fact it isn’t uncommon to catch

walleye in less than four feet of water

right during the middle of the day.

Fish the wind unless the wind has

been blowing so hard for so many

consecutive days that the water is

becoming really turbid. Rock and

gravel shorelines often hold fish and

not all the shorelines are created equal.

Looking for a shoreline taper or contour

where these fish have reasonably

quick access to water deeper than

eight feet. Emerging weeds and weed

flats next to deeper water can also be

extremely productive. Smaller shallow

running crankbaits can let you cover

water to find fish. Popular lures include

Rapala Shad Raps, Northland Tackle

Rumble Shads, Berkley Flicker Shads

and Rapala Ripping Raps. Jigs and

soft plastics or swim baits can also be

productive. A quarter ounce jig with

a four-inch paddle tail will catch a lot

of fish. The Northland Mimic Minnows

and Storm 360GT Search Bait are

both prepackaged swim baits that

work well. Good colors often mimic

the natural forage. Perch patterns are

productive along with white patterns

that mimic white bass. On the stained

lakes, bright chartreuse colors and fire

tiger patterns work well.

Later into the summer when the weeds

grow so high along the shorelines

that casting and fishing the weeds

gets difficult, bottom bouncers and

spinners produce a lot of walleye in

this country. For much of the summer,

you can catch a lot of walleyes simply

pulling bottom bouncers and spinners

right along the outside edge of the

weeds. Many anglers will tip the

spinner with a nightcrawler or soft

plastic option like Gulp! or Eye Candy.

Bottom bouncers are often pulled

below the boat at a forty-five-degree

angle at about a mile and a half per

hour. Cover water to find fish. Focus on

any offshore reefs, pronounced points

or saddles that drop off into deeper

water. Again, good colors often reflect

the water clarity or forage. Gold, whites

and chartreuse schemes are popular in

this region.

These two prominent presentations

account for many walleye in this region,

but the real magic of this area is that

you can often catch fish however you

want. You can pitch jigs, particularly in

the spring and fall. Trolling crankbaits

across the basins or along flooded

roadbeds can be productive. You can

slip bobber flooded timber. You can

pitch glide baits like Jigging Raps

especially in the late summer and fall.

You can fish larger lakes or hide from

the wind on a small lake. You can fish

popular locations that have several

boats and have been producing limits

Request your Glacial Lakes

Fishing Packet!

SDGlacialLakes.com

of fish for anglers for weeks or fish by

yourself on a lake without another

boat. You can target big fish or catch

a lot of fish many anglers would

regard as perfect for the table. You

can spend your entire life learning the

different lakes in this region and never

really scratch the surface of all the

opportunities.

Really a special area where you attempt

to get lost on purpose with all the great

fishing available. This region has some

of the best walleye fishing. Casting a

crankbait into three feet of water or

pulling a bottom bouncer and spinner

at two miles per hour isn’t really what

you would call finesse fishing. These

fish can often be extremely aggressive

and that is probably the final factor

that makes this region so special for

walleye anglers.

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GOLF COURSES/RIDING TRAILS

GOLF COURSES/RIDING TRAILS

SOUTH DAKOTA

AREA GOLF COURSES

SOUTH DAKOTA (605) AREA CODE REQUIRED

CITY/COURSE PHONE HOLES

ABERDEEN

Lee Park Golf Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-7092 ...........18

Moccasin Creek Country Club ..226-0900 ...........18

Rolling Hills Golf Club ..........226-4487 ............ 9

ARLINGTON

Lake Region Golf Club

on Lake Poinsett ..............983-5437 ...........18

BOWDLE

Bowdle Golf Club ..............285-6500 ............ 9

BRITTON

Britton Country Club ...........448-2512 ............ 9

BROOKINGS

Edgebrook Golf Course .........692-6995 ...........18

Brookings Country Club ........693-4315 ...........18

CASTLEWOOD

Castlewood Community

Golf Course ...................793-2510 ............ 9

CLARK

Clark Municipal Golf Course ....532-5871 ............ 9

CLEAR LAKE

Clear Lake Golf Club ............874-2641 ............ 9

COLMAN

Sunrise Ridge Golf Course ......534-3121 ............ 9

DE SMET

Kingsbury County Country Club.854-3134 ............ 9

EUREKA

Eureka Municipal Golf Course ..284-5266 ............ 9

FAULKTON

Lakeside Country Club .........598-4194 ............ 9

FLANDREAU

Flandreau Park Golf Club .......997-3031 ............ 9

GARY

Gate City Golf Course ..........272-5651 ............ 9

Prairie View Golf Course ......302-828-6300 .......... 9

GOODWIN

Prairie Dunes Golf Course ......795-4653 ............ 9

GROTON

Olive Grove Golf Course ........397-4653 ............ 9

HOWARD

Howard Athletic Club ..........772-4669 ............ 9

HURON

Broadland Creek Golf Course ...353-8525 ...........18

Country Club Golf Course ......352-3354 ............ 9

Memorial Golf Course ..........353-8527 ............ 9


IPSWICH

Split Rock Country Club ........426-6921 ............ 9

LEOLA

Leola Golf Course ..............439-3299 ............ 9

MADISON

Lakes Golf Course ..............483-3535 ............ 9

Madison Golf & Country Club ...256-4004 ...........18

MILBANK

Whetstone Creek Golf Course ..432-4124 ...........18

MILLER

Miller Country Club ............853-2652 ............ 9

REDFIELD

Fisher Grove Country Club. . . . . . 472-1336 ............ 9

SISSETON

Valley View Country Club .......698-3742 ............ 9

VOLGA

Meadow Creek Golf Club .......627-5444 ............ 9

WATERTOWN

Prairie Winds Golf Club .........886-3554 ...........18

Cattail Crossing ................882-6262 ...........27

WEBSTER

Webster Country Club ..........345-3971 ............ 9

WESSINGTON SPRINGS

Springs Country Club ..........539-1944 ............ 9

WHITE

Six Mile Creek Golf Course ......629-2121 ............ 9

WOONSOCKET

Pony Hills Country Club ........796-4112 ............ 9

MINNESOTA

AREA GOLF COURSES


GRACEVILLE, MN

Municipal Golf Course ........320-748-7557 .......... 9

HENDRICKS, MN

Hendricks Golf Course ........507-275-3852 .......... 9

ORTONVILLE, MN

Ortonville Golf Course ........320-839-3606 .........18

RIDING TRAILS

Sica Hollow State Park – Located 15 miles northwest

of Sisseton, off SD Hwy. 10. The first settlers came to

these hills in the early 1840s. The area remains much

as it was then – undeveloped and natural. Riding

trails provide 8 miles of marked trail, which guide

riders through 900 acres of woodland, open prairie,

ravines and creek crossings. Several rim points

give riders a scenic overlook of the entire Hollow.

Facilities include a gravel road leading to a group

base camp with water, corrals, vault toilets, fire

grates and tie rails. For more information contact:

Roy Lake State Park, 11545 Northside Drive,

Lake City, SD 57247, (605) 910-4521.

Pelican Lake Recreation Area – Located 9 miles

southwest of Watertown, off US Highway 212.

Horseback riders will find 4.4 miles of marked

trail, winding through prairie areas and lakeshore

shelterbelts. Pelican Lake Recreation Area features

an abundance of prairie grasses and wildflowers.

Fishing is also a popular activity on this wide-open

lake. A horse/equestrian camp and parking area are

available to individuals or groups. Facilities include

camping, nearby comfort station, water, fire grates

and corrals. For more information contact: Game,

Fish and Parks Dept., 400 W. Kemp Ave., Watertown,

SD 57201-3552, (605) 882-5200.

Oakwood Lakes State Park – Located 7 miles

north and 3 miles west of Volga, off US Hwy. 14.

Eight glacial lakes surrounded by native woods

create the setting for Oakwood Lakes State Park.

Riders can enjoy 2.6 miles of trails through prairie

grasslands around the natural lakes. Riders can

camp near their horses in a secluded camping area.

Fire pit, tie posts and water are available at the

camp. Vault toilet with four corals in horse camp

along with access to nearby comfort station. For

more information contact: Oakwood Lakes State

Park, 20247 Oakwood Drive, Bruce, SD 57220-5146,

(605) 627-5441.

Richmond Lake Recreation Area – Located 10

miles northwest of Aberdeen off US 281. Three miles

of natural trail. Trail leads riders through a wooded

area and along Richmond Lake. 37908 Youth Camp

Rd., Aberdeen, SD 57401, (605) 626-3488.

For further information about Horse Camps & Trails, check out

https://gfp.sd.gov/horseback/ or contact the individual park directly.

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OUTDOOR SERVICE DIRECTORY

PRIVATE/CITY CAMPGROUNDS

CITY/TOWN NAME/ADDRESS/PHONE SEE PAGE

ABERDEEN Wylie Park, Storybook Land, 605-626-7015 27

BIG STONE LAKE Schmidt’s Landing, 7 m. N. of Big Stone City, 605-432-6911 66

BROWNS VALLEY, MN Wing N Fin Resort, 5473 Wing and Fin Dr., 605-237-8323 67

BRYANT Bryant City Park, 605-628-2171 35

CASTLEWOOD Memorial City Park, 605-793-2220 35

CLEAR LAKE City Park, 605-874-2121 9

Ulven Park, 605-874-2121 9

DE SMET Ingalls Homestead, 20812 Homestead Rd, 800-776-3594 36

Washington City Park, 3rd St. & Harvey Dunn, 605-854-3731 37

ENEMY SWIM NeSoDak, 3285 Camp Dakota Dr., Waubay, 605-947-4440 58

FLANDREAU Royal River Casino, Exit 114 off I-29, 877-912-LUCK 39

GROTON City Park, Main Street, 605-397-8422 8

HURON Gross Hill Campground at Lake Byron, 20 m. NE of Huron, 605-350-2050 43

Memorial Park Campground, 605-353-8537 42

SD State Fairgrounds, 605-353-7340 42

LAKE THOMPSON/LAKE HENRY Jerry’s Country Estate, 526 Hwy. 25 S., De Smet, 605-854-3243 66

MADISON Prairie Village, 2 m. W. of Madison, 605-256-3644 72

MILBANK Lake Farley Campground, Diggs Avenue & Highway 15, 605-432-9575 46

REDFIELD Hav-A-Rest Campground, US Hwy. 212 W., 605-472-4552 47

SISSETON Camp Dakotah, 605-698-7388 49

SUMMIT County Line Campground, Hwy. 12 & I-29, 605-398-6355 51

WATERTOWN Dakota Sioux Casino, 16415 Sioux Conifer Rd, 605-882-2051 53

Joy Ranch, 8 miles NW of Watertown on Hwy. 20, 605-886-4622 55

Memorial Park, 1200 N. Lake Dr., 605-882-6290 54

Stokes Thomas Lake City Park, Off Hwy. 20 at 90 S. Lake Dr., 605-882-6264 54

WAUBAY Lake Country Campground, 701-715-6201 72

WEBSTER Boomers Outback Campground, Lodge & Cabins, 13 E. Hwy. 12, 605-345-3323 59

WOONSOCKET Lake Prior Campground, 605-796-4112 60

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RESORTS • LODGES • CAMPGROUNDS

FISHING GUIDES & BAIT SHOPS

HuntFishSD.com – (605) 225-2414. Hunt

the greatest, hunt in Aberdeen! Aberdeen

has the most public land access for hunters

in the state. Our hotels are dog friendly and

accommodating. Pheasant hunting is what

we do, the only thing missing is you. Make

memories that last a lifetime with the help

of HuntFishSD.com.

BIG STONE LAKE

Schmidt’s Landing – (605) 432-6911. Located

on Big Stone Lake, 7 miles north of Big

Stone City, SD. Offering 14 two bedroom

lakeside suites and seasonal and electric

RV and tent sites. Boat and pontoon rental

is available along with playgrounds for the

kids. E-mail: schmidtslanding@gmail.com.

Check us out at www.schmidtslanding.com.

BITTER LAKE

HR One Stop – At the corner of Hwy. 12 and

Main, Waubay, SD. (605) 947-4849. hr1stop@

galaxyh.net. Owners: Don & Deb Rumpza,

Tom & Leanne Harrington. “Your One-Stop

Shopping Experience and Hardware Hank

Store.” Bait, tackle, licenses, 24-hr gas & diesel,

bulk fuel delivery, complete hardware,

groceries, Hot Stuff Pizza, snacks and video

lottery.


The Country Cabin – 14426 447th Ave,

Waubay, SD. Enjoy a stay in the country

near Bitter Lake, able to accommodate

four people comfortably, features two

bedrooms furnished with twin beds and

full bathroom. The Country Cabin contains

a fully furnished kitchen, all linens, cable

television, as well as central heat and air

conditioning. Owners: Joe and Marsia

Butler. For more information call

(605) 947-4971.

Waubay Lake Guide Service – Waubay

Lake Guide Service offers year-round professionally

guided fishing trips for walleye,

perch, crappie, small mouth bass and northern

pike. Located in the heart of the Glacial

Lakes region in Webster, SD. We base our

trips on Waubay and Bitter Lake as well as

other area lakes and sloughs. Waubay Lake

Guide Service proudly making your fishing

dreams in to memories! (605) 929-3894.

www.waubaylakeguideservice.com.

Walleye, perch, bass, and crappies will

make us your favorite fishing spot.

Be sure to check our website for more!

SDGlacialLakes.com

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DOLAND

Greeny’s – Bar, Restaurant and Lodging

(business for sale) in the “heart” of pheasant

country! 201 North Humphrey Dr. Fine

dining-steaks, seafood, chicken, and burgers.

Rooms available for rent at reasonable

prices: groups or singles – includes showers,

laundry facilities, WiFi and cable. Open daily

at 5pm. For more information call

(605) 635-6996.

LAKE CITY

Fish Hunter Guide Service – Fish Hunter

Guide Service is a father/son guide

service with over 15 years experience. We

customize your fishing trip on 40 local lakes,

specializing in walleye, smallmouth, pike

and panfish. Just a short drive from Webster

or Sisseton. Check our website

www.fishhunterguideservice.com

or call (605) 448-5751.

LAKE THOMPSON/LAKE HENRY

Jerry’s Country Estate – 8 miles south,

3 east of De Smet, Adjacent to state boat

ramp. Campground, boat ramp, bait shop,

snacks. Jerry Gruenhagen, owner, 526 Hwy.

25 South, De Smet, SD 57231.

(605) 854-3243.



LAKE TRAVERSE

Wing N Fin Resort – Hotel & Reunion Place. A SD/MN border waters,

Traverse offers world class opportunities for fishing and hunting.

Wing N Fin offers affordable private cabins, lakeside RV sites, and

year round lodge, hall & suites perfect for reunions, meetings and

more! Free boat harbor/launch, free WiFi. Reservations required:

(605) 237-8323. Email: wingnfintraverse@gmail.com.

Web: www.wingnfintraverse.com.

WAUBAY LAKE

Grenville Sports Mart & Waubay Lake Lodging – On the NW corner

of Waubay Lake, good walleye, northern and perch fishing. State

boat ramp located south of Grenville. Bait, tackle, groceries, beer, ice,

gas, deli, and fishing/hunting licenses. Lodging available – six fully

furnished houses. Grenville, SD 57239. Jesse and Kari, owners. For

fishing info (605) 486-4641. www.waubaylakelodging.com

Waubay Lake Guide Service – Waubay Lake Guide Service offers

year-round professionally guided fishing trips for walleye, perch,

crappie, small mouth bass and northern pike. Located in the heart of

the Glacial Lakes region in Webster, SD. We base our trips on Waubay

and Bitter Lake as well as other area lakes and sloughs. Waubay Lake

Guide Service proudly making your fishing dreams in to memories!

(605) 929-3894, www.waubaylakeguideservice.com.

Visit our website to find more Resort and Lodging information.

SDGlacialLakes.com

Waubay Walleyes & Wings Retreat – Family owned 4 bedroom, 3

bath home. Sleeps 13 comfortably. Create memories at the lake

year-round! Firepit, game cleaning area, large deck and more!

Contact us today with your fishing, hunting and vacation plans at

(605) 940-8535 or WaubayRetreat@gmail.com. AirBNB: 35641823 or

VRBO: 1664208.

WEBSTER

Reel Therapy Guide Service – Throw a cast for some “Reel Therapy”

and leave all the stress behind. Whether it’s summer sun or winter

ice, you will find your limit of some of the best fishing around.

Give us a call or find us on Facebook. (605) 940-9943. 138 W. 1st St,

Webster, SD.

GLACIAL LAKES &

prairies Region

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RESORTS, LODGES, FISHING GUIDES, & BAIT SHOPS cont’d

HUNTING

GUIDES/LODGING

CLARK

Double P Ranch Lodge – We specialize

in creating lifelong memories. The finest

habitat mixed with terrific lodging, excellent

chefs, and professional guides set us apart

from the rest. We offer pheasant hunting,

including day hunts, waterfowl and archery

deer hunting. Call us at (605) 880-0408 to

schedule your next trip.

DE SMET

De Smet Super Deluxe Inn & Suites –

Sportsmen of all kinds, once you have

stayed here, you’ll stay again. We have

free Kennels in the garage and allow pets

in certain rooms for a fee and signed pet

rules. Boat parking and new game cleaning

station. De Smet is a growing little city, but

the Tourists keep our town buzzing. Come

see what the buzz is all about. Book online

at www.desmetsuperdeluxeinn.com or call

for discounts at 877-687-7523.

Watch our latest glacial lakes fishing

videos @ youtube.com/sdglaciallakes


ESTELLINE

Blacks’ Pheasant Fields – 19630 459th Ave.,

Estelline, SD 57234, (605) 873-3333. Quality

hunting packages including meals, lodging,

guides, game processing, dogs, kennels,

transportation. Trap Shoot. Some of the

finest natural habitat, food plots, grassland

with a healthy number of birds. Your hosts:

Teresa and Gary. Call for custom packages.

www.blackspheasantfields.com

HECLA

Flatland Flyways – 39939 106th St., Hecla,

SD. (605) 281-0860. As South Dakota’s

waterfowl destination, Flatland Flyways

offers a passionately focused waterfowl

and pheasant experience elevated with

high-quality dining and individualized

service. Check out our website

www.flatlandflyways.com or e-mail

us today at FlatlandFlyways@gmail.com.

HURON

Fair Chase Pheasants – 20387 398th

Ave, Huron, SD 57350. (605) 354-0338.

Family owned guided hunting for wild

pheasants on approximately 4,000 acres

starting 1 mile north of Huron. Daily

hunter rates are $175 in October, $150 in

November, December and January.

www.fairchasepheasants.biz

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Request our Glacial Lakes

Fishing packet

@ SDGlacialLakes.com

MELLETTE

Dakota Pheasant Guide & EyeTime

Adventures – Over 250,000 acres of private

and prime Pheasant habitat and Lodging

reserved exclusively for our Guests. Full

and Self-Guided hunts are available. Now

offering Waterfowl, Dove and Trophy

Archery Whitetail packages. To learn more,

check out www.dakotapheasantguide.com.

Feel free to call owner, Dennis Foster at

(605) 887-7069 at any time with questions.

ROSHOLT

Dakota Line Lodge – Our country setting

provides complete privacy for a quiet evening

around the campfire. A true home away

from home with kitchen, dining room, washer/dryer,

and spacious sleeping quarters

with private bathrooms. Separate cleaning

station and dog kennels. Call (605) 940-5550

and ask for PromoCode GLP2024.

E-mail: fujan4b@hotmail.com

Check us out today at

www.dakotalinelodgellc.com.



HUNT THE GREATEST

SOUTH DAKOTA

SOUTH DAKOTA

Game, Fish

& Parks

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HUNTING & FISHING

SUPPLIES AND SERVICES

WATERTOWN

Kampeska Lodge & Store – (1960-2024) Lake

Kampeska’s Mini-Mall for 64 years. Offering groceries,

beverages and liquor store. Doris Wilkey, original

owner, sells Kampeska Lodge t-shirts, fishing tackle,

live bait, and marine & hunting supplies. Rental house,

cabins and camping available. First to Kampeska

Lodge, then to the Lake. 436 N. Lake Drive,

(605) 882-1313.

Kones Korner – A family business for 60 years. We

buy, sell, and trade new and used firearms; Benelli,

Winchester, Browning, Colt, Remington, Beretta, Rock

River, Kimber, Springfield, Glock and Smith & Wesson.

We do business all over the U.S.! Vic Carter, owner,

Jct. Hwy. 81 and SD 22, Castlewood, SD 57223,

(605) 793-2347. www.koneskorner.com

Visit us at our website for more Resort, Lodging,

Campground, Fishing and Hunting info.

SDGlacialLakes.com

ATV, SNOWMOBILE &

MARINE DEALERS/SERVICE

ARLINGTON

Gilby’s Marine (DBA Weiland Marine) – 19592 Hwy.

81 on Lake Poinsett, Arlington, SD 57212, Phone

(605) 983-5090. Lund, Bentley & Premier Pontoons,

Mercury motors, Shoreland’r trailers, Porta-Docks, lifts,

shore station hoists, parts, service and accessories.

Skiing equipment or water toys.

www.weilandmarine.com

WATERTOWN

Dan O’s Marine Sales & Service – South Dakota’s ONLY

Vexus boats dealer. Featuring Vexus, Ranger, Alumacraft

& Avalon Pontoons. Sales and service of Mercury

and Yamaha motors. Service shop with factory trained

technicians. Prop repair, accessories and storage.

1900 9th Ave. SW, Hwy. 212. (866) 505-4590.

www.danosmarine.com.

2024 HUNTING LICENSE FEES

RESIDENT NONRESIDENT

Habitat Stamp.................................$10.00................... $25.00

Combination License...........................$55.00....................... —

(includes small game & fishing)

Senior Combination (65 yrs.). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40.00....................... —

Annual Small Game............................ 33.00............$121.00 (2) 5-day

1-day Small Game. ............................. 12.00...................... —

Migratory Bird Certificate

(required for all migratory bird) .............. 5.00..................... 5.00

Early Fall Canada Goose............................ —. ................... 50.00

Spring Light Goose................................. —. ................... 50.00

Youth Spring Light Goose (ages 12-17). ............ —.................... 26.00

Nonresident Waterfowl License. .................... —. ............ 116.00 (2) 5-day

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . —. ............. 81.00 (3-day)

Youth Small Game (ages 12-17). ................ 5.00. ........... 10.00 (2) 5-day

Predator/Varmint .............................. 5.00. ................... 40.00

Shooting Preserve License. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . —. ............. 46.00 (1-day)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76.00 (5-day)

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121.00 (annual)

Furbearer...................................... 30.00.................. 275.00

(by Application only)

BY APPLICATION ONLY

Deer/Antelope (any)

1 Tag ....................................... 40.00.................. 286.00

2 Tags (any plus antlerless) .................. 50.00.................. 336.00

Deer/Antelope (antlerless)

1 Tag ....................................... 20.00................... 80.00

2 Tags. ...................................... 30.00................... 120.00

Youth Deer ...................................... 5.00.................... 10.00

Mentor Deer..................................... 5.00.................... 10.00

Apprentice Deer............................... 5.00....................... —

Special Buck East River. ........................175.00....................... —

Special Buck West River ........................175.00................... 560.00

Spring Turkey

1 Tag ....................................... 25.00................... 100.00

2 Tags. ...................................... 35.00................... 125.00

Fall Turkey

1 Tag ....................................... 15.00.................... 90.00

2 Tag ........................................ 20.00................... 100.00

WILDLIFE DIVISION OFFICES

Aberdeen: (605) 626-2391

5850 East Highway 12

Watertown: (605) 882-5200

400 West Kemp

Huron: (605) 353-7145 Webster: (605) 626-3343

895 3rd Street SW

603 East 8th Avenue

www.gfp.sd.gov

WEEKLY FISHING REPORT


For more detailed licensing information or to request

a 2024 South Dakota Fishing Handbook or a

2024 South Dakota Hunting Handbook


SD DEPARTMENT OF

GAME, FISH AND PARKS

605-773-3485 • www.gfp.sd.gov

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2024 FISHING LICENSE FEES

RESIDENT NONRESIDENT

Habitat Stamp $10.00 $25.00

Combination License

(includes fishing & small game) $55.00 —

Annual Fishing 28.00 67.00

Annual Youth Fishing (under age 18) — —

3-day Fishing — 37.00

1-day Fishing License 8.00 16.00

Annual Senior Fishing License 12.00 —



Spend your weekends

SNOWMOBILING

For in-season information on

South Dakota Snowmobile

Trail Conditions, go on-Line to:

gfp.sd.gov/snowmobiling

Via Mobile App: SDGFP Outdoors

Twitter.com/SDsnowEast

For more information about snowmobiling in South Dakota

or to request a copy of the snowmobile trails map please

e-mail: ParkInfo@state.sd.us or call 605-773-2885

GLACIAL LAKES SYSTEM (35 miles) – This trail connects the communities

of Webster, Roslyn, Eden, and Lake City. Most of this trail is off-road and

through the beautiful Coteau des Prairie Hills of South Dakota. Natural

glacial lakes and rolling hills make this a trail you will truly enjoy.

COTEAU DES PRAIRIE SYSTEM (330 miles) – From the beautiful

rolling wooded draws around Gary and Lake Cochrane to frozen lakes

and backroads near Hayti and Lake Norden, this trail will take more

than a day to cover. The communities of Henry, Florence, Watertown,

Castlewood, Estelline, Brookings, Aurora, Elkton, White, Toronto, Clear

Lake, Kranzburg, Brandt, Badger, Bushnell, Bruce, Volga, Hayti, Kones

Korner, Altamont, Goodwin, Lake Norden, Lake Poinsett & Arlington, are

connected with this trail. This trail is the central hub of South Dakota’s

eastern trail system, and connects to several other trails.

FOUR LAKES TRAIL (71 miles) – If rolling farmland and scenic countryside

are what you like, try this one. This trail connects the communities of De

Smet, Iroquois, Lake Preston, Willow Lake, Badger, Oldham, and Bryant.

Lakes, prairies and farmland make this a very relaxing ride. This trail

connects to Coteau Des Prairie and Heartland Trail.

WHETSTONE VALLEY TRAIL (72 miles) – Even though this is a relatively

short trail, it covers river bottoms, lakes, and a chance to just take a

leisurely ride without having to meet a time frame. This trail connects

the communities of Milbank, Corona, Wilmot, Big Stone City, Twin Brooks

& Marvin. The trail also goes by Hartford Beach State Park, and on the

shore of Big Stone Lake. Now connects to the Minnesota Border via Hwy.

12 and the Big Stone Lake Sno Riders Snowmobile Club.

MILLER TRAIL (40 miles) – Travels around Miller, Wolsey, Ree Heights, St.

Lawrence, and Wessington.

DAKOTA MIDLAND TRAIL (72 miles) – Wildlife abounds as you go along

the James River bottom land and south of Sand Lake National Wildlife

Refuge. Lakes and cross country make this a trail you have to try. The

cities of Aberdeen, Columbia, Westport, Frederick, Mina Lake along with

the Richmond Lake Recreation Area, make this a fun trail. Richmond

recreation area has a warming shelter and new camping cabin available.

Call the park for more information at (605) 225-5325, or for reservations

call 1-800-710-CAMP.

NORTHEAST TRAIL (103 miles) – Most of the trail is away from the

beaten path and includes heavily forested areas, play areas and open

prairie. This trail includes a scenic ride through Sica Hollow State Park,

and connects the communities of Sisseton, Claire City, New Effington,

& Rosholt and also links into the Glacial Lakes Trail. Get ready for a great

ride!

SIOUXLAND TRAIL (112 miles) – Mostly roadside, this trail travels

through a variety of terrain. From steep climbs & drops to flat-out

moving, try it. The cities of Madison, Trent, Dell Rapids, Baltic (designated

parking in Baltic), Sherman, and Garretson can all be visited by this trail.

Trail now connects to Minnesota border via Highway 11.

HEARTLAND TRAIL (20 miles) – This trail travels through the

communities of Huron, Yale, Cavour, and also connects into the Four

Lakes Trail at Iroquois. This groomed trail travels mostly along Highways

37 & 14.

BIG STONE LAKE SNO RIDERS SNOWMOBILE CLUB (110 miles) – This

trail connects to the Northeast Trail as well as the Whetstone Valley Trail,

Big Stone Lake and Traverse Lake at Ortonville and Browns Valley. Big

Stone Lake Sno Riders trails are constructed, maintained, and groomed

by Big Stone Lake Sno Riders Snowmobile Club of Minnesota.

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Reserving

Campsites/Cabins/Lodges

AT SD STATE PARKS

PRIVATE CAMPGROUNDS

PRAIRIE VILLAGE

Prairie Village – 2 miles west of Madison, (605) 256-3644. Dozens of electrical campsites,

2 shower houses, and RV dump station. Nearly 40 restored buildings from early 1900’s era.

Camping May 7th into October. 61st Annual Steam Threshing Jamboree August 22-25, 2024

– featuring International Cockshutt Club Summer Show. www.prairievillage.org.

WAUBAY

Lake Country Campground – Minutes from several great fishing hotspots with 25 RV/

Camping sites, three A-frame day-cabins, fish cleaning room and modern baths. Full

water/sewer hook-ups at most sites. Daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal rates available.

Online at www.lakecountrycamp.com or visit us on www.facebook.com/lakecountrycamp.

(701) 715-6201.

South Dakota State Park License Fees

Annual Park Entrance License...............................$36

Second Vehicle Annual License .............................$18

Transferable Annual Park Entrance. .......................$80

Daily Park Entrance License (per vehicle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8

• All campers will be required to have

a reservation before they set up on a

site.

• Campsites and facilities become available

for reservation both online and

through the call center. $2 fee assessed

to all reservations.

Make reservations online at:

www.gooutdoorssouthdakota.com

or by calling 1-800-710-CAMP (2267).

• Campsites: Campsites are reservable

year-round, on a rolling 90 day

window.

• Camping Cabins: Camping cabins

are reservable year-round on a rolling

90 day window. Camping cabin

reservations must be made at least

two days in advance.

• Lodges/Modern Cabins/Suites:

Lodges, Modern Cabins and Suites

are reservable on a rolling 365 day

window. Reservations must be made

at least two days in advance.

• Pre-payment of all fees for all sites

is required before confirmations are

made.

• Non-residents must pay a $7.70 per

site non-refundable reservation fee.

GAME FISH & PARKS OFFICE CONTACTS


20247 Oakwood Drive

Bruce, SD 57220-9611

(605) 627-5441

Lake Poinsett Recreation Area

45617 S. Poinsett Dr.

Arlington, SD 57212

(605) 983-5085

Lake Thompson Recreation Area

21176 Flood Club Road

Lake Preston, SD 57249-6516

(605) 847-4893

Lake Herman State Park/

Walker’s Point Recreation Area

23409 State Park Drive

Madison, SD 57042-9332

(605) 256-5003

Sandy Shore/Pelican Lake/

Lake Cochrane Recreation Areas

400 West Kemp Avenue

Watertown, SD 57201-3547

(605) 882-5200

Hartford Beach State Park

13672 Hartford Beach Road

Corona, SD 57227-9631

(605) 432-6374

Roy Lake State Park/Sica Hollow

11545 Northside Drive

Lake City, SD 57247-6142

(605) 910-4521

Pickerel Lake Recreation Area

12980 446th Avenue

Grenville, SD 57239-0113

(605) 910-4515

Richmond Lake/Mina Lake

Recreation Areas

37908 Youth Camp Road

Aberdeen, SD 57401-8332

(605) 626-3488

Fort Sisseton State Park

11907 434th Avenue

Lake City, SD 57247

(605) 910-4465

Lake Louise Recreation Area

35250 191st Street

Miller, SD 57362

(605) 910-4585

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LOCATIONS & PARK AMENITIES IN THE GLACIAL LAKES REGION

Big Stone Island

Fisher Grove

Fort Sisseton

Hartford Beach

Lake Cochrane

Lake Herman

Lake Louise

Lake Poinsett

Lake Thompson

Mina Lake

Oakwood Lakes

Pelican Lake

Pickerel Lake

Richmond Lake

Roy Lake

Sandy Shore

Sica Hollow

Walker’s Point

LOCATIONS & ACCOMMODATIONS

Entrance Fee • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Total Campsites 22 14 87 30 72 40 114 103 38 145 82 69 24 103 17 12 43

Electrical Sites 22 10 87 30 69 30 108 97 38 133 82 69 24 90 15 42

Accessible Sites 1 3 1 2 1 2 1 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 1

Tent-only Sites 4 3 4 6 6 6 13 2 1

Showers • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Dump Station • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Horse Camp Sites 6 6E 8

Total Cabins 3 4 1 4 2 4 5 1 7 2 7 1 3 2 2

Accessible Cabins 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2

Modern Cabins 1 1 6

Suites 1 6

Lodge 1

C-Store

•

Playground • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Swimming Beach • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Hiking Trail • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Horse Trail • • • •

X-Country Ski Trail • • • •

Warming Shelter • • • •

Picnic Shelters 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 5 1 1 2 1 1

Historical Sites • • • • • • •

Fishing • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Fishing Dock • • • • • • • • • • •

Fish Cleaning Station • • • • • • •

Boating/Ramps • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Visitor Center • • • • • •

Concessions

•

• Red number or dot indicates accessible facilities.

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LAKE

KAMPESKA

Sioux Conifer Road

Dakota

Sioux

Casino

Stokes Thomas

LAKE CITY PARK & CAMPGROUND

90 South Lake Drive • Watertown, SD 57201

Located on the northeast shore of Lake

Kampeska off Hwy 20 on South Lake Drive

Campground Phone: (605) 882-6264

Reservation Website:

www.watertownparkandrec.com

42nd St. SW

Dano’s

Marine

Memorial Park

1200 North Lake Drive

Watertown, SD 57201

107 Total Pads

Tent Camping • Enclosed Pavilion

Swimming Beach • Boat Launch

Concessions • Playground

Nature Trail • Picnic Facilities

www.codington.org/memorial-park

Reservations: (605) 882-6290

www.wtnvetsmemorial.org

Watertown Veterans Memorial

Visualize 68 feet of Black Mist granite lined with

colorful military flags on the shore of beautiful Lake

Kampeska in Stokes-Thomas City Park

SALES • SERVICE

Quality Service • Affordable Prices!

W. Hwy 212 • 1900 9th Ave. SW

Watertown, SD 57201

(605) 882-4590 • 1-866-505-4590

www.danosmarine.com


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Webster

Hunting &

Fishing Paradise

Waubay

Complete line of tackle • Bait/Ammo/License Ice

Equipment and Boat Rental

Cabin Rental & Lodging • Guns & Hunting Supplies

30 West Highway 12 • Webster, SD 57274

Doug Johnson, Owner • (605) 345-2468

email: thesportsmanscove@outlook.com

www.sportsmanscove.net

Webster – A Place For All Seasons

Webster Area Chamber of Commerce

PO Box 123, Webster, SD 57274

(605) 345-4668

www.webstersd.com • wac@webstersd.com

SD FREE

FISHING

WEEKEND...

SOUTH DAKOTA

STATE PARK

OPEN HOUSE

May 17-19, 2024

FREE STATE PARK ENTRANCE – May 17-19, 2024

Lynn Lake Lodge

• Private country lodging

• Cable TV – electric heat, air conditioning

• Fully equipped kitchens & bathrooms

Bait • Ice • All size groups welcome

• Modern indoor game cleaning facility

• LICENSES AVAILABLE

• FREE WIRELESS INTERNET

Paul & Karen Johnson • 13551 427th Ave. Webster, SD

(605) 345-4564 • Cell: (605) 237-0309

lynnlake@itctel.com • website: lynnlakelodge.com

Grenville Sports Mart

& Waubay Lake Lodging

Bait • Tackle • Licenses • Gas

Groceries • Ice • Beer

Furnished Rental Locations Available

Jesse and Kari, Owners – (605) 486-4641

909 Kosciusko Ave. • Grenville, SD 57239

www.waubaylakelodging.com

605.940.8535

Follow us on Facebook

VRBO: 1664208 | AIRBNB: 35641823

Email: WaubayRetreat@gmail.com

One Stop

@ the Corner of Highway 12 & Main St.

815 N. Main • PO Box 195

Waubay, SD 57273 • (605) 947-4849

hr1stop@galaxyh.net

Bait • Tackle • Licenses • 24-hr Gas & Diesel

Bulk Fuel Delivery • Complete Hardware • Groceries

Hot Stuff Pizza • Snacks • Lotto & Video Lottery

~ Owners ~

Don & Deb Rumpza, Tom & Leanne Harrington

Motel: 31 non-smoking rooms

Guest laundry, Kitchenettes,

Pet friendly. (605) 345-3323

Stay with us & receive 10% Off

Your Meals at Pereboom’s Cafe

Boomer’s

Outback Lodge

Cabin & Motel

Lodge:

Sleeps 5-20, kitchen,

fireplace, 4 baths.

Suites:

2 large rooms w/fridge,

microwave & HDTV.

4-Modern Cabins:

Full kitchen, sleeps 5-8

Pereboom’s Café & Boomer’s Grill & Casino

Home cooked food, Carry-out available.

Waubay

In the heart of the

Glacial Lakes of

Northeastern

South Dakota.

Phone: (605) 947-4461

City of Waubay

PO Box 155, Waubay, SD 57273

(605) 947-4261 • www.waubaycitysd.com

JORGENSON

MEAT STORE

Highway 12 • Waubay, SD 57273

Award Winning Meats

• Beef • Pork • Chicken

• Smoked Meats • Retail Meats

Your Home away from Home!

Friendly Staff • 23 Clean Rooms • 4 Cabins

Pet Friendly • Full Bar & Restaurant

On-site Game Cleaning Station

Banquet Room seats up to 300

605-345-9989 • 230 W. Hwy. 12 • Webster, SD

www.thegalleyhotelbarandgrill.com

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LAKE

Poinsett

Four Seasons of Fun!

Gilby’s

Gilby’s Marine inc.

DBA Weiland Marine

Making Memories on the Water!

OPEN MON.-SAT. CLOSED SUNDAYS

• New & Used Equipment

• Parts & Award Winning Service

• Boating Accessories

• Factory Trained Technicians

• We Accept trades

(605) 983-5090 • www.weilandmarine.com • US Hwy. 81 Lake Poinsett

For the

latest

Glacial Lakes

Fishing Report, go to



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LAKE

Thompson

South Dakota Recreation Area

103 Campsites

16-unit Group Campground

5 Camping Cabins

A Group Rental Lodge

SOUTH DAKOTA’S LAKE DESTINATION

DE SMET

SUPER

DELUXE INN

JERRY’S COUNTRY ESTATE

On the Shore of Lake Thompson

8 miles south, 3 miles east of De Smet, SD 57231

CAMPGROUND

BOAT RAMP

BAIT SHOP

JERRY’S

COUNTRY

ESTATE

Lake Herman

State Park

Lake

Herman

Jerry Gruenhagen —(605) 854-3243

DE SMET SD

NEW GAME CLEANING STATION

FREE DOG KENNELS • STAY HERE

WWW.DESMETSUPERDELUXEINN.COM

877-687-7523

LAKE HERMAN STATE PARK

72 Campsites • 4 Camping Cabins • 2 Picnic Shelters • Playground

TOP 10 EVENTS

2024 GLACIAL LAKES & PRAIRIES EVENTS, FAIRS AND FESTIVALS

Great Events for Everyone

Plan a trip around these fun-filled events and more!

Follow us on Facebook and check out our

website for event posters and schedules.

SDGlacialLakes.com

1

2

3

4

MAY 31-JUNE 2

FORT SISSETON

HISTORICAL FESTIVAL

Fort Sisseton

Historic State Park

Lake City

JUNE 6-9

WHEEL JAM


Huron

JUNE 26-29

CRYSTAL SPRINGS RODEO

Rodeo Grounds

Clear Lake

JULY 4-7

159TH SISSETON WAHPETON

ANNUAL WACIPI (POWWOW}

Ceremonial Grounds

Agency Village, Sisseton

5

6

7

8

JULY 5-7

JULY 12-14

JULY 19-21

LAURA INGALLS WILDER

PAGEANT

Pageant Grounds

De Smet

JULY 13-14

BROOKINGS SUMMER

ARTS FESTIVAL

Pioneer Park

Brookings

JULY 19-20

FARLEY FEST

Lake Farley Park

Milbank

AUGUST 10-11

TWIN BROOKS

THRESHING SHOW

Twin Brooks

9

AUGUST 12-18

BROWN COUNTY FAIR

Brown County Fairgrounds

Aberdeen

10 SEPTEMBER 7

45TH ANNUAL VINTIQUES

CAR SHOW

Uptown Watertown

1-800-244-8860 77


MINNESOTA SERVICE DIRECTORY

Big Stone Lake, a 26-mile long gem on the Minnesota/South Dakota border, has a booming jumbo perch population that has turned

it into one of the Midwest’s top perch fishing destinations! Come for the perch, but don’t forget the lake’s numerous walleyes, big

bluegills, and slab crappies. In addition to the fishing, the area offers a top bait shop, great lodging and fine dining as well, along

with an 18 hole golf course. Big Stone Lake: Minnesota’s/South Dakota’s border-water gem!

Fishing in the glacial

lakes & prairies region

Fishing is one of the most popular ways

to enjoy the outdoors in Northeast South

Dakota. With over 120 glacial lakes you can

enjoy great walleye, bass, perch, crappie, or

northern fishing, and the bite is always on.

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks has installed

accessible fishing piers in a number

of state parks across South Dakota, as well

as other accessible facilities to support

outdoor activities. So whether you’re an

experienced angler with your own boat or

a new angler that wants to learn, or teach

your kids, you will find many opportunities

to explore our great outdoors in South

Dakota. Find our latest fishing report or

request our 2024 Glacial Lakes Travel Guide

@ www.sdglaciallakes.com. You can also

find a full list of accessible piers at

www.gfp.sd.gov/fish including Richmond

Lake near Aberdeen, Oakwood Lakes near

Bruce, Roy Lake near Lake City, and many

more.

Richmond Lake Fishing Pier

Aberdeen, SD

GLACIAL LAKES &

prairies Region

Angostura State Recreation Area

Community ponds are stocked each

year with fish by South Dakota

Game, Fish & Parks

Community or urban ponds are located throughout the state. Some

of those in the Glacial Lakes and Prairies Region include Wylie Park

near Aberdeen, Ravine Lake in Huron, Redlin Art Center ponds or

Lions Park in Watertown or Visitor Center Pond located behind

the Milbank Visitor Center in Milbank. These ponds are a great

opportunity for new anglers, kids, or your family.


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Minnesota

BROWNS

SERVICE

DIRECTORY

VALLEY, MN – 56219

LAKE TRAVERSE

Wing N Fin Resort – Hotel & Reunion Place.

A SD/MN border waters, Traverse offers world

class opportunities for fishing and hunting.

Wing N Fin offers affordable private cabins, lakeside

RV sites, and year round lodge, hall & suites

perfect for reunions, meetings and more! Free

boat harbor/launch, free WiFi.

Reservations required: (605) 237-8323.

Email: wingnfintraverse@gmail.com.

Web: www.wingnfintraverse.com.

ORTONVILLE, MN – 56278

LODGING

Idle Spurs Inn – 1 block S. of Jct. Hwys. 12 &

75. Near beautiful Big Stone Lake. Excellent

fishing and hunting opportunities. New to the

motel is a fish/bird cleaning station available

to all guests. 12 newly remodeled rooms with

air-conditioning and WiFi. For reservations call

(320) 839-2558.

For more information visit www.sdglaciallakes.com

Check our

website

for the latest

fishing report

ENGLISH GRIST MILL, MILBANK,SD

AVAILABLE FOR TOURS &

LIVE DEMONSTRATIONS


to Great Attractions!

1-800-244-8860 79


GLACIAL LAKES & PRAIRIES TOURISM

OFFERING THE

COMFORTS OF HOME.

GFP.SD.GOV

We’ll help make your

vacation an experience

to remember!


• Take the back roads

and getaway in our

wide open spaces.

• Spend time with

your Family and Friends.

• Relax and unwind

We all want that...

• Read through our Glacial

Lakes Travel Guide and

create your getaway.


SUPPORTING MEMBERS

The following tourism partners have contributed this past year towards the continued

success of Glacial Lakes & Prairies Tourism. As you travel through our beautiful region of

the country, please consider visiting our supporting partners, as well as all of our Members

promoted and listed throughout our Glacial Lakes Travel Guide.

Akta Lakota Museum .............................Chamberlain .....................(800) 798-3452

Crazy Horse Memorial ............................Crazy Horse ......................(605) 673-4681

Black Hills Playhouse ................................Custer .........www.blackhillsplayhouse.com

Governor’s Inn Hotel ................................Pierre .........................(605) 224-4200

Reptile Gardens ...................................Rapid City .......................(800) 335-0275

Experience Sioux Falls .............................Sioux Falls ............ ExperienceSiouxFalls.com

Fairfield Inn & Suites ..............................Spearfish .......................(605) 642-3500

SD Campground Owners Association ...............................www.CampInSouthDakota.com

Dakota Resources .................................. Renner ........................(605) 978-2804

South Dakota Department of Tourism ..............................................(605) 773-3301

Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes Association ...........................................(605) 355-3600

South Dakota Missouri River Tourism Association ..................................(605) 224-4617

Southeast South Dakota Tourism Association ......................................(605) 665-2435


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• Best

Western.

For business or leisure, there's always

a little something extra.

Great Fishing & Hunting • Pets Welcome

Outdoor Plug Ins • Minervas Restaurant & Bar Onsite

Ramkota Hotel ®

1400 8th Avenue Northwest • Aberdeen, SD 57401

(605) 229-4040 • aberdeen.bwramkota.com

Each Best Western• branded hotel is independently owned and operated.

• Spacious guestrooms & suites

• Indoor heated pool, whirlpool

& fitness room

• WiFi

• Business center services

• Minervas Restaurant & Bar

• Pets welcome

• Complimentary refrigeration

space for hunters and

fishermen

• Ample parking

®

RAMKOTA HOTEL"

ft WATERTOWN EVENT CENTER

1901 9th Avenue SW

Watertown, SD 57201

(605) 886-8011

RamkotaWatertown.com

“Across the Generations”

“100 years and counting”

What’s Your

Interest?

• Sports

• Hunting

• Fishing

• Camping

• History

• Shopping

You Can

Find it in

Redfield!

Redfield is a growing community in

beautiful Northeast South Dakota.

Our 100-year tradition of pheasant

hunting earned the city the title

“Pheasant Capital

of the World®.”

— FOR MORE INFORMATION —

Historic C&NW RR Depot Museum & Visitors Center

715 West 3rd Street • Redfield, SD 57469 • Phone: 605-472-4566

www.redfield-sd.com • tourism@redfield-sd.com

Open: May 1-December 30

Tuesday - Saturday

10:00 am-4:00 pm

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