This South Dakota Water Park May Just Be The Most Unique In The Country

Evans Plunge Mineral Springs in Hot Springs offers year-round swimming in warm, therapeutic waters.

This is one water park you can visit all year round, even in the dead of winter! Evans Plunge Mineral Springs is different from most traditional water parks, as it is both inside and boasts warm and therapeutic waters. Let's check it out:

Located in the aptly named Hot Springs is the incredible Evans Plunge Mineral Springs, which invites you "swim, splash, and soak" in its relaxing waters.

Called "wiwila kata" (or warm waters) by the Lakota, these relaxing waters have been vital to life for thousands of years and are now shared with the public via this amazing pool.

Built in 1890, Evans Plunge was originally advertised as a place for people to come and be cured of their ailments, but quickly transformed into the must-visit attraction it is today.

Open year round, Evans Plunge features pools at a comfortable 87 degrees...

...4 epic slides...

...swing rings, water basketball, and more.

Evans Plunge Mineral Springs is located at 1145 N River St in Hot Springs and are open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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