South Dakota State Parks
Detailed guides to South Dakota's most-visited state parks.
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Bear Butte State Park: Sacred Mountain, Trails, and Visitor Guide
Complete guide to Bear Butte State Park in western South Dakota — a sacred site for Plains tribes and a striking geological feature.
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Custer State Park: Trails, Camping, and Visitor Guide
Complete guide to Custer State Park in South Dakota's Black Hills, with hiking trails, the famous bison herd, and pet-friendly camping.
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Good Earth State Park: History, Trails, and Visitor Guide
Complete guide to Good Earth State Park in South Dakota — a National Historic Landmark preserving the Blood Run site and offering accessible trails.
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Newton Hills State Park: Forest, Lake, and Visitor Guide
Complete guide to Newton Hills State Park in southeastern South Dakota, featuring oak-hickory forest, Lake Lakota, and family camping.
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Palisades State Park: Cliffs, Trails, and Visitor Guide
Complete guide to Palisades State Park in eastern South Dakota, featuring dramatic Sioux quartzite cliffs and short hiking trails.