If You Didn’t Know About These 8 Swimming Holes In South Dakota, They’re A Must Visit
Now that we’ve crossed the threshold into warmer weather and we have the first day of the summer season under our belt, let’s start planning those weekend excursions we dreamt about all winter and spring. Here are some swimming holes in South Dakota to add to your summer bucket list. Enjoy!
During these uncertain times, please keep safety in mind and consider adding destinations to your bucket list to visit at a later date.
This secret swimming hole near Hot Springs can't be seen from the road. But the good news is that since it's adjacent to Cascade Falls Picnic Area...there's parking AND a restroom. Located approx. 8 miles south of Hot Springs on South Dakota Highway 71. Look for signs to the picnic area. More info.
Head over to Custer State Park for a dip in Legion Lake, one of four lakes in America's second largest National Park. More info.
Evans Plunge Mineral Spring has been a favorite swimming hole in this part of the world for hundreds of years. It was "developed" into a recreational pool in 1890.
5,000 gallons of spring water pump into the pool every minute, changing the water in the pool 16 times every single day. (Indoor. Fee.) More info.
5,000 gallons of spring water pump into the pool every minute, changing the water in the pool 16 times every single day. (Indoor. Fee.) More info.
36 miles of breathtaking shoreline, including this great beach for swimming and R&R. Put this swimming hole on your South Dakota bucket list for sure! More info.
From Keystone, SD take Rt 244 west for about 5 miles to find this amazing spot not far from Mt. Rushmore. Cliff jumping is not recommended. But you can watch others. 🙂 More info.
6. Sheridan Lake - Rapid City, SD
Another great recreational lake in the Black Hills is Sheridan Lake. With 7.5 miles of shoreline there's plenty of space to spread out and have some fun. More info.
6. Sheridan Lake - Rapid City, SD
Another great recreational lake in the Black Hills is Sheridan Lake. With 7.5 miles of shoreline there's plenty of space to spread out and have some fun. More info.
In additon to a beautiful little beach, this great lake also has a marina and campgrounds...and some of the bluest water around. More info.
Custer State Park's 71,000 acres offer more than one outstanding swimming hole. Add this one to the list! Enjoy the sandy beach and maybe a picnic - if you can take your attention away from the view. More info.
How many of these have you already been to? South Dakota’s a great big state so it’s likely we missed a hole or two. Feel free to add your favorite spot to the list in our comments; bonus points if you upload a photo…
