- Okobojo Point Recreation Area
- Scenic rolling hills, wide expanses of prairie, and one of the most outstanding vistas along the Missouri River await those who love the outdoors. Spend a day, a weekend
- Pactola Reservoir
- The Rapid Valley Unit of the Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program consists of Pactola Dam and Reservoir located on Rapid Creek about 15 miles west of Rapid City, South Dakota.
- Palisades State Park
- Palisades State Park is on the southern edge of the Coteau des Prairies, a series of glacial deposits that extend north and south for nearly 200 miles in eastern
- Pease Creek Recreation Area
- With almost 600 acres to explore and easy access to the Missouri River's Lake Francis Case for great fishing, Pease Creek has become a popular day use and camping
- Pelican Lake Recreation Area
- For those who enjoy a wide variety of activities, Pelican Lake is the place to come. Nestled among a grove of conifer trees, campers can enjoy the shade while
- Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway
- The highlights of this byway include the spectacular Black Hills and Mount Rushmore. The rugged terrain, massive granite outcroppings, and diversity of the landscape are traversed by and through
- Pickerel Lake Recreation Area
- Noted for its cool, spring-fed waters, Pickerel Lake is one of the deepest natural lakes in the state. The 955-acre lake bears an American Indian name meaning "where you
- Pierson Ranch Recreation Area
- Pierson Ranch opened in 1959 and is the oldest campground in the area. It was the first campground to be constructed after Gavins Point Dam was completed. Located right
- Platte Creek Recreation Area
- The earliest maps refer to this stream as Fish Creek. After the 1880s, the creek was renamed to honor Bernard Pratte, who operated a fur post near the mouth
- Pocasse NWR
- Pocasse NWR is located in north-central South Dakota in the Missouri Coteau. This region is composed of intermediate and short grass prairie. It is partly of glacial origin and
- Randall Creek Recreation Area
- On the banks of the Missouri River, immediately downstream from Fort Randall Dam, hours can be spent peacefully watching the water flow, observing the animals and birds that frequent
- Revheim Bay Recreation Area
- For a day on the beachfront, Revheim Bay offers a great way to spend your time. Whether you're working up a sweat playing volleyball in the sand, winding down
- Richmond Lake Recreation Area
- Three separate areas in this park cater to the needs of campers, swimmers, naturalists, boaters and anglers. Campers stay in the South Unit, while the 200-acre Forest Drive Unit
- Rocky Point Recreation Area
- The 8,000-acre Belle Fourche Reservoir was created in 1911, when Orman Dam was constructed to store water for agricultural use. At the time of its completion, Orman Dam was
- Roy Lake State Park
- Roy Lake is known for its excellent walleye, bass, panfish, and pike fishing, but you don't have to be an angler to enjoy all this park has to offer.
- Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge
- Congress established Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) in 1935 as a "refuge and breeding grounds for migratory birds and other wildlife." The Refuge is 21,498 acres of prime
- Sandy Shore Recreation Area
- On the banks of Lake Kampeska, Sandy Shore offers just that a long, sandy beach. The beach is a great place to enjoy Lake Kampeska, which is a glacial
- Shadehill Recreation Area
- Nestled on the shores of Shadehill Reservoir, the park offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy land-and water-based activities. The reservoir is one of western South Dakotas few large lakes.
- Shadehill Reservoir
- The Shadehill Unit of the Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program, consists of Shadehill Dam and Reservoir on the Grand River in the northwestern part of South Dakota, immediately downstream from
- Sica Hollow State Park
- The Hollow's first Indian visitors named it "Sica," (pronounced she-cha) meaning evil or bad. Eerie Sioux legends recall mysterious happenings here. Along the Trail of the Spirits, a Registered
- Snake Creek Recreation Area
- In 1804 and again in 1806, the Lewis and Clark expedition traveled through the area, where they watched for the "burning bluffs" and for their missing crew member George
- Spirit Mound Historic Prairie
- Having heard legends of little spirits living at Paha Wakan, now know as Spirit Mound, the Lewis and Clark expedition was intrigued. On August 25, 1804, while the rest
- Spring Creek Recreation Area
- A day-use park, Spring Creek offers water-lovers access to the Oahe Reservoir. Fishermen try to catch walleye, sauger, northern pike and more, both off shore and from boat. Others
- Springfield Recreation Area
- Nestled along the shore with breathtaking views of the Missouri River, park visitors experience friendly, small-town America. A bike trail connects the park to the town of Springfield for
- Swan Creek Recreation Area
- Situated on the rolling prairie bluffs, the east and west campgrounds provide anglers the opportunity to stay overnight. Two ramps offer access to Lake Oahe for boating and fishing
- The Native American Scenic Byway
- The history of the Sioux and other indigenous peoples unfolds along this byway through cultural, historical, and archeological sites in the heart of the Sioux
- Union Grove State Park
- Rich glacial soils supporting a lush growth of native woods is the scenic setting for this hidden treasure. Horseback riders, hikers, bikers and cross-country skiers enjoy several miles of
- Walkers Point Recreation Area
- Tucked along the shore of Lake Madison, this small but complete park meets the many needs of campers and anglers. Campsites are located near the water and many offer
- Waubay National Wildlife Refuge
- Waubay National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) was established in 1935 as a safe haven and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. "Waubay," in the Lakota Sioux language, means
- Waubay Wetland Management District
- Wetland Management Districts were established to manage Waterfowl Production Areas (WPAs) - small parcels of land purchased to provide nesting habitat for waterfowl. Waubay Wetland Management District is
