Posted in South Dakota March 23, 2017 by

The Gorgeous South Dakota Lake That’s Picture Perfect For A Day Trip

If you’re looking for a great place to plan your next day trip, consider Lake Poinsett Recreation Area. There’s something for everyone at this beautiful place – check it out!

Lake Poinsett Recreation Area has so many activities - there's something for everyone.
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There are plenty of cool shade trees and grass.
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It's a great place for families to gather together for fun and bonding.
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Play a round or two of disc golf.
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Click here for the disc golf map.
Enjoy a rousing game of beach volleyball.
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Fish from the shore...
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...or take your boat out on the lake. Lake Poinsett has walleye, bass, perch, northern pike and bullheads.
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The fish cleaning station comes in handy after you land that big fish and want to cook it up for dinner.
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And of course, you can enjoy waterskiing and playing on personal watercraft.
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Take a stroll along the Poinsett Potpourri Trail.
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The one-mile trail takes you through a wooded area, across a grassy meadow and along the swimming beach.
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Click here for the trail map and description.
Stay overnight at the campground.
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The campground has 108 RV sites with full or partial shade, plus another 4 tent sites. Click here for a photo and specific information about every campsite.
Or choose one of the three rustic cabins.
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Cabins sleep 4-5 people and have electricity, heating and air conditioning.
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The cost for cabins is just $40-$50 per night. You'll need to reserve your cabin in advance. Click here for more information.
You can't beat the sunsets here.
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Once you witness this beauty, you'll never want to leave.
You'll find Lake Poinsett Recreation Area at 45617 S. Poinsett Drive in Arlington.
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Click here for the map and directions.

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