11 Things You Must Do Underneath The Summer Sun In South Dakota

The thing about summer is that it can slip right by and be over before you know it! Do you have a bucket list of things you want to do in the Summer of 2017? We've compiled some of our favorite feature articles for you here, to provide some inspiration. Take a look, and click on the link in each description for our original feature article with even more details and photos.

1. Play And Learn At The Outdoor Campus

Visit the Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls for free summer classes and camps. Learn to paddle, fish, shoot and more.

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2. Take A Free Tour Of The D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery

You'll find the D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery in Spearfish, and you'll love this little gem! Take a tour of the hatchery, the Booth House, the museum and the fish car.

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3. Splash Around At Evans Plunge Mineral Springs

Evans Plunge Mineral Springs has two springs that feed its indoor and outdoor pools, and you'll love the family-friendly atmosphere here. Visit it in Hot Springs.

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4. Take the Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway

Drive the 18-mile-long Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway to see adorable prairie doge, massive bison and begging burros.

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5. Camp Right On The Beach At Lewis And Clark Recreation Area

Lewis and Clark Recreation Area is right near the South Dakota/Nebraska border, and it's situated on the banks of the Lewis and Clark Lake. Camp right on the beach for a great weekend!

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6. Fly Down The Soaring Eagle Zipline At Rush Mountain Adventure Park

Take a thrilling ride on the Soaring Eagle Zipline at Rush Mountain Adventure Park. You'll soar above the trees for a 630-foot ride.

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7. Enjoy The Peaceful Gardens At The Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum

You'll find the Mary Jo Wegner Arboretum in Sioux Falls. It's a lush, green little oasis where you'll find some peaceful tranquility in the city.

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8. Cool Off At Splash Central Water Park

On a hot summer day, you'll want to head to Huron to cool off at Splash Central Water Park. Fly down the water slides, jump in the Olympic-sized pool and test your skills on the obstacle courses.

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9. Visit The Parks In Sioux Falls And Bike The Trails

Sioux Falls has more than 80 public parks, and many of them are connected by a 19-mile bike trail loop that takes you through some of the city's prettiest spots.

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10. Spend A Weekend At Angostura Recreation Area

There's so much to see and do at Angostura Recreation Area that a weekend might not seem long enough. Angostura Reservoir has 36 miles of shoreline!

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11. Reconnect With Nature At Custer State Park

Custer State Park is one of South Dakota's crown jewels, and it has so much to offer - hiking trails, a scenic byway and the gorgeous Sylvan Lake.

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What do you have planned for this summer? Share your adventures with us in the comments!