You Haven’t Lived Until You’ve Experienced This One Incredible Park In South Dakota

There's still time for the perfect family summer adventure before the great weather is gone for the rest of the year. Pack up your car with a cooler full of refreshments for a beautiful afternoon on the riverside or extend your stay with a tent or a camper and stay at this beautiful park in Pierre.

Farm Island Park is located right along Lake Sharpe with beautiful beaches to walk along and plenty of opportunities for lakeside fun.

Many types of boating are very popular here and with the ease of access of their boat ramps and kayak or canoe rentals make it quick and easy to get out on the water, and trust me, it's gorgeous:

The island nature area in the park is lush with forests and eight miles of amazing trails to explore them. It's a great chance to observe the nature of this secluded place. A variety of birds and animals can be spotted, so bring a camera!

The trails in the park have ties to the Lewis & Clark exhibition. The park has a family center to learn about the history of their travels in the area.

Campsites and cabins are readily available for you and your friends or family to set up and sleep under the stars. All the amenities you need for a relaxing getaway are right there at your convenience.

The park is located about 4 miles east of Pierre on Highway 34 and it's open year round. To learn more information about Farm Island Recreation Area, follow this link to the official site here.

South Dakota is full of great recreational parks for outdoor activities for everyone to enjoy, some of which are included in these great areas to explore in the state.