In South Dakota, we pride ourselves on making our own fun. We can assure you, living in the middle of nowhere is as full of adventure as it is peaceful! In winter, one thing we love to do is speed down a slope, and fortunately, there are plenty of snow-covered hills in South Dakota! In fact, our state was basically made for this nostalgic winter activity, and it can take SO many forms! Behind the back of an ATV, tubing, snow kayaking... the list goes on! Here are just a few of the best places to go sledding in South Dakota:

1. Spellerberg Park, Sioux Falls

A Sioux Falls favorite, Spellerberg Park is the perfect spot for family friendly sledding in the center of town.

2. Morgen Park, Yankton

This 5.2 acre park in Yankton has the perfect sledding hill! There isn't a more perfect place to form memories with your family this winter.

3. Baird Park Sledding Hill, Aberdeen

Over 25 feet tall, this is a winter hot spot in Aberdeen. This hill is dedicated to sledding only, so no snowboards allowed!

4. Larson Park, Brookings

Larson Park in Brookings is legendary for its snowfall, scenery, and, of course, its sledding hill! In season visitors will also find plenty of other activities as well, like disc golf.

5. Great Bear Recreation Park, Sioux Falls

The biggest sledding hill in Sioux Falls, this is another one where you don't have to walk yourself up the hill. Great Bear is the perfect place for sledding with friends.

6. Dakota Nature Park, Brookings

This 135-acre nature park in Brookings is open year-round for all sorts of activities, but the sledding hill is pretty fantastic too! Add this petite nature park to a larger national parks road trip.

7. Tuthill Park, Sioux Falls

We might've saved our favorite for last. This gorgeous park in Sioux Falls is packed with trails, gardens, beautiful scenery, and...a sledding hill! It's pretty much perfect, to be honest.

These South Dakota sledding hills are top-notch - have you checked any of them off your winter list this year? And if you're not located near any of these places, don't worry! Just keep driving till you find a hill! (We have plenty.)

Now, it's time to get out there and celebrate the season in the most exhilarating way possible. Stay safe and warm and don't forget to tell us where YOU think the best sledding in South Dakota can be found.

Next, after you've had your chilly fun, dive into a few of our other favorite winter activities and attractions. But before you head out, make sure you're layered up, loaded up, and prepared for anything!