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.

• First Day Hike - What Does Nature Do in the Winter

  January 1 - January 31, Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve, North Sioux City
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• Donkey Dash 5K

  May 15, Adams Homestead, North Sioux City
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• National Kids to Parks Day

  May 22, South Dakota State Parks
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• National Trails Day

  June 5, Statewide South Dakota State Parks
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• National Get Outdoors Day

  June 12, Statewide
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• Pickin’ in the Park

  June 26, Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve, North Sioux City
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• Adams Homestead Celebration

  August 14, Adams Homestead & Nature Preserve, North Sioux City
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• Christmas at the Homestead

  November 13, Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve, North Sioux City
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