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1. Angostura State Recreation Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Badlands National Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Buryanek State Recreation Area

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4. Custer State Park Game Lodge Campground

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5. Custer State Park Stockade North Campground

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6. Iron Creek Horse Camp, South Dakota

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7. Lake Herman State Park

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8. Lake Louise State Recreation Area

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9. Lake Poinsett State Recreation Area

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10. Lake Vermillion State Recreation Area

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11. Lewis & Clark Recreation Area

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12. Mina Lake State Recreation Area

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13. Newton Hills State Park

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14. North Point State Recreation Area

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15. Oakwood Lakes State Park

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16. Rafter J Bar Ranch

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17. Randall Creek State Recreation Area

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18. Rocky Point State Recreation Area

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19. Roy Lake State Park

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20. Walker's Point State Recreation Area

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21. West Whitlock State Recreation Area

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22. Wrinkled Rock Climbers Trailhead

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What makes South Dakota a great destination for outdoor lovers?
  • Answer: Home to rolling prairies, the dramatic Black Hills National Forest, and towering granite peaks from which the historical monument of Mt. Rushmore is carved, South Dakota packs a punch when it comes to the great outdoors.
  • Question: What types of camping experiences can be found in South Dakota?
  • Answer: National and state parks and recreational areas all over the country have a plethora of campsites that offer all kinds of camping from backcountry and primitive camping to deluxe RV camping with water, electricity, and cable television.
  • Question: What kind of history and culture can visitors experience in South Dakota?
  • Answer: Boasting a rich Wild West history that incorporates American Indian culture with off-the-beaten-path treasures to explore, here are some of the best spots in South Dakota to head into the wild.

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