Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve

Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve

272 Westshore Drive
North Sioux City, SD 57049
www.gfp.sd.gov/state-parks
(605) 232-0873

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.

  • View from Balcony in Historical Church.
  • Historical church from Kimball/Platte area.
  • One room school house.
  • Kitchen at the Adams home.
  • Living Room of the Adams Home.
  • Adams Nature Path.
  • Adams Barn.