Parks Near Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Eastern South Dakota's largest city with access to prairies, the Missouri River, and unique geological sites.
Popular Parks Near Sioux Falls
Badlands National Park
230 miles from Sioux Falls
4.8
National Park
Highlights:
- Eroded buttes
- Fossils
- Prairie wildlife
Palisades State Park
25 miles from Sioux Falls
4.5
State Park
Highlights:
- Pink quartzite cliffs
- Rock climbing
- Split Rock Creek
Good Earth State Park
10 miles from Sioux Falls
4.4
State Park
Highlights:
- Blood Run site
- Native history
- Prairie trails
Popular Activities
- Hiking
- Rock climbing
- History
- Birdwatching
- Camping
Best Times to Visit
- Summer for activities
- Fall for colors
- Spring for waterfowl
Driving Tips
- Badlands is 3+ hour drive west
- Falls Park in city is worth visiting
- I-90 west leads to Black Hills
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