Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Mountain Bike Leaders Park Trail
1.6 mi / 170 ft gainLeaders Park Trail is located in Leaders Park in Sioux Falls. Park on the street at the "Leaders Park" sign and head to the right, where you will find the start of the mountain biking trail. The trail consist of a 1.6 mile loop full of slopes, inclines, prairie grasses, and forests. The park is c...Read more -
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Hike Great Bear Valley Trail
1 mi / 68 ft gainGreat Bear Ski Valley is a ski area in Sioux Falls that also has wooded trails that run throughout the property. The trails are free to hike and offer a secluded, private place to get outside and away from the city. In the winter, the trails can be used to cross country ski as well. We found thi...Read more -
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Bur Oak, Riparian, Grand Ravine, and River Lookout Loop Trail
3.39 mi / 295 ft gainBur Oak, Riparian, Grand Ravine, and River Lookout Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Sioux Falls, South Dakota.Read more -
Garretson, South Dakota
Hike the King and Queen Trail at Palisades State Park
4.50.5 mi / 80 ft gainThe hike is a very simple hike, you can make it longer or shorter as you would like. There is one spot were the trail gets a little steep and is rutted, you go from the rivers edge, to up on top of the cliffs and bluffs area. Fall is a great time to go and visit Palisades State Park, with the Fa...Read more -
Garretson, South Dakota
Explore Devils Gulch Park
4.00.5 mi / 29 ft gainDevils Gulch Park is located in Garretson, South Dakota, about a half hour from Sioux Falls. It’s free to visit, and is a great spot to hike or picnic. There are trails along the river and cool bridges to walk across. Along with trails, there’s a covered picnic area right when you pull in. A nea...Read more -
Dell Rapids, South Dakota
Walk the Sioux River Red Rock Trail
2.6 mi / 49 ft gainThe Sioux River Red Rock Trail is located in Dell Rapids, South Dakota. It is a 2.6 mile paved out and back trail that runs along the Sioux River. This trail offers great views of the river, red rock formations, and even a waterfall. It is great for all skill levels, and dogs are allowed on leash...Read more -
Canistota, South Dakota
Hike Otter Stream Trail
1.2 mi / 45 ft gainOtter Stream Trail is located in Lake Vermillion State Recreation Area. It has a lake, campground, and hiking trails. Be advised that there is an entrance fee. This trail wraps around beautiful grasslands and into shaded forests. The trail sits across the street from Lake Vermillion, and scenic v...Read more -
Luverne, Minnesota
Hike "The Mound" at Blue Mounds State Park
5.0The badlands of South Dakota meet the prairies of Minnesota in Blue Mounds State Park.Located in the extreme southwestern corner of Minnesota, Blue Mounds is one of the largest prairie parks in the state. A majority of the 1,500 acres of grassland sits atop a massive outcrop of Sioux quartzite ro...Read more -
Madison, South Dakota
Hike Abbott Trail
2.7 mi / 95 ft gainAbbott Trail is located at Lake Herman State Park in South Dakota. The park itself is beautiful and offers many things to do, including canoe rentals, camping, parks, picnic areas, and hiking trails. Abbott Trail is 2.7 mile hike that works for all skill levels. At the trail head, there is a gaze...Read more -
Pipestone, Minnesota
Pipestone National Monument Loop
4.30.73 mi / 59 ft gainNear the border of South Dakota in Minnesota, 30 minutes north of I-90 on County Route 23 or State Route 75 is the historic town of Pipestone. From the center of town heading north on Hiawatha Avenue is the entrance into Pipestone National Monument. Entrance into the monument is free, but may be ...Read more -
Vermillion, South Dakota
Hike to Spirit Mound
1.4 mi / 114 ft gainSpirit Mound Historic Prairie is located outside Vermillion, South Dakota and consists of a 1.4 mile hike up to the top of a prairie mound. Lewis and Clark made the trek years ago, making it a historical marker to visit and see. Beautiful wildflowers line the trail, mixed in with acres of prairie...Read more -
Brookings, South Dakota
Dakota Nature Park Trail
4.01.72 mi / 46 ft gainDakota Nature Park Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Brookings, South Dakota.Read more
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