State Parks

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks is reminding visitors that discharging fireworks is prohibited in state parks.

The South Dakota Department of Game Fish and parks has some fun activities planned for Memorial Day weekend. Here's the details.

It's never a good idea to approach wild buffalo and other large animals in state parks.

Free entrance to State Parks and no fishing licencees needed.

Start 2017 at a South Dakota state park. The sixth annual First Day Hike encourages everyone to celebrate the New Year and our state's natural beauty.

There are over 10,000 state parks in the U.S. and one in South Dakota made the list of "The 25 Best State Parks in America You Absolutely Must Visit."

It can be pretty difficult to get up off the couch and go outside to enjoy the winter season. But people need to remember to remain active during the this time of year.

South Dakota state parks and recreation areas are busy during the 4th of July holiday. But as a reminder from the Game, Fish and Parks Department, campers and visitors should leave the fireworks at home!

South Dakota Gov. Dennis Daugaard has declared June "Great Outdoors Month" so grab a fishing pole and tent and get ready for adventure at your favorite state park and beyond.

2013 had record high numbers for campers and visitors attending South Dakota State Parks. Custer State Park and Lewis And Clark Recreation Area combined for 40% of the total number of visitors that came to the State Parks.