Big Sioux Recreation Area

410 Park Avenue
Brandon, SD 57005
www.gfp.sd.gov
605-582-7243
Big Sioux Recreation Area, (430 acres), on the banks of the Big Sioux River, is close to the cities of Brandon and Sioux Falls. Just follow I-90 to exit 406.
Special features: 1869 homestead cabin, some of the oldest trees in the state, 18 hole disc golf course, volleyball, archery range, canoeing/kayaking on the Big Sioux River, park programs.
Trails: Approximately five miles of moderate to somewhat difficult trails ramble through woodland and prairie. A bicycle trail connects with nearby Brandon. Horse trail. Snowmobile play area and warming house for snowshoers and snowmobilers.
Facilities: 49 total campsites - 43 electrical, 3 camping cabins (2 handicap accessible cabins), playground, picnic shelters, showers, dump station, fishing, fishing pole checkout, game/equipment checkout, snowshoe checkout, handicap access. Entrance fee.
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Open House and Free Fishing Weekend
May 17 - May 19, South Dakota State Parks
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National Kids to Parks Day
May 18, South Dakota State Parks
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National Get Outdoors Day
June 8, Statewide
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Dutch Oven Gathering
July 13, Big Sioux Rec Area, Brandon
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Trick or Treat Trails
October 26, Big Sioux Rec Area, Brandon
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