Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve

Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve (1,500 acres), is located 2 miles SW of McCook, exit 4 off I-29, along the Missouri River.

It was donated by the Adams sisters (granddaughters of original homesteader Stephen Searl Adams) as a "place for inner renewal".

The nature preserve includes wildlife observation blinds and a chance to view native plant species and one of the oldest cottonwood groves in South Dakota. A trail meanders through a century old homestead including home, barns, church and school house. Guided golf cart tours available by reservation for visitors with physical limitations. (605) 232-0873

Special features: Several restored historical buildings, visitor center, wildlife viewing blinds, picnic shelter. Cross-country ski rentals.

Trails: Ten miles of biking and hiking trails. Cross Country skiing.

• National Kids to Parks Day

  May 16, South Dakota State Parks
  605-773-3391
  gfp.sd.gov/events/detail/581/

• National Trails Day

  June 6, Statewide South Dakota State Parks
  605-773-3391
  gfp.sd.gov/calendar.aspx

• National Get Outdoors Day

  June 13, Statewide
  gfp.sd.gov/events/detail/583/

• Adams Homestead Celebration

  August 8, Adams Homestead & Nature Preserve, North Sioux City
  605-232-0873
  gfp.sd.gov/events/detail/1040/