Less famous but just as unforgettable, these state parks showcase iconic landscapes without the long lines at America’s ...

The South Dakota Board of Finance has turned down a request from a member of Gov. Rhoden’s cabinet for full lodging ...

Commission held their July meeting at the NFAA Easton Archery Center in Yankton, July 10-11. WILDLIFE PROPOSALS Aquatic ...

If you’re looking to avoid the crowds, you might want to consider visiting one of the thousands of state parks across the ...

Yellowstone is breathtaking, but can be crowded and expensive. This South Dakota state park is a cheaper and less crowded alternative.

More than 62,000 acres of privately owned land has opened to public access across South Dakota through a Public Access to Habitat program.

PIERRE, S.D. (South Dakota Searchlight) – Hunters bagged more pheasants last fall in South Dakota than they have for 13 years, the state department of Game, Fish and Parks said Thursday. More than 1.3 ...

Whether it's visits to national parks and sites or visits to state parks, tourism generates billions of economic benefits to the state.

We Love Our National Parks, but This South Dakota Park Is Just as Cool From dinosaurs to mountain bike trails, the Skyline Wilderness Area in South Dakota is the perfect park to get yourself outside.

Along with free entrance into all South Dakota state parks and recreation areas, all South Dakota fisheries won’t require a fishing license, meaning you can fish for free.

PIERRE, S.D. – Despite a tough economy and an increase in the park entrance fees, South Dakota State Parks experienced their busiest year on record. Across the state, visitation was up 7 percent ...

PIERRE — The 2025 annual park entrance license for South Dakota’s state parks and recreation areas is available for purchase.