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The U.S. state of South Dakota operates 13 state parks, 43 recreation areas, 6 nature areas, and 1 trail, totaling approximately 96,000 acres. These sites are administered by the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish, and Parks.

Over 50 state parks and recreation areas offer camping in South Dakota. Comfort stations close down during the winter months, but camping is welcome year-round in most parks as some are closed due to eagle nesting.

Bring your family to Custer State Park and let yourself run wild. Encompassing 71,000 acres in the Black Hills, Custer State Park is home to abundant wildlife and adventure; camping, hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, or relaxing, there’s something here for everyone.

Mar 14, 2023 · South Dakota has 13 State Parks, 4 National Wildlife Refuges, 2 National Parks, and 1 National Forest. The South Dakota State Park system encompasses over 96,000 acres of land. Nearly 4 million visitors come to a South Dakota park each year.

South Dakota features over 50 State Parks located all throughout the state. Whether you are searching the Black Hills, Missouri River or the Eastern plains, there is endless opportunities to explore. 7

The South Dakota Park system features 63 state parks and recreation areas that showcase the state's broad landscape expanses. Add in six National Park Service sites like the iconic Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Badlands National Park and you understand why the state's tagline touts "great faces and great places."

Explore South Dakota! Home to over 60 state parks and recreation areas, South Dakota parks provide year-round recreation opportunities! From camping to hiking and biking and more, there is always something for you to explore!