The 11 Places You Absolutely Must Visit In South Dakota This Spring

From the beautiful Black Hills to bustling Sioux Falls, South Dakota is just full of diverse beauty and plenty of activities to keep you busy. Here are 11 you shouldn't miss this spring. We've featured each of these places before. To get more photos and information on each place, click the link in the description.

1. Lake Louise Recreation Area: A Day Trip That's Impossible Not To Love

Make plans now to visit the Lake Louise Recreation Area near Miller. The lake is beautiful, and you'll have a blast spending the day kayaking, fishing, boating and more.

For more information, read our full article here.

2. Evans Plunge Mineral Springs: Incredible Spring-Fed Pool You Absolutely Need To Visit

Springtime makes for gorgeous weather, but we'll still experience some rainy days. Don't despair - head to the indoor pool at Evans Plunge Mineral Springs in Hot Springs. And if the weather's nice, you'll enjoy the outdoor pool, too.

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3. Overlook Cafe: A Magical Waterfall Restaurant

Overlook Cafe is open now, and will extend to its summer hours on May 20th. It's the perfect time of year to enjoy watching the falls while dining on a tasty lunch or snack.

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4. Yak Ridge Cabins and Farmstead: A Place To Stay Overnight That Will Take You Back In Time

Plan a weekend trip to Yak Ridge Cabins and Farmstead in Rapid City for a wonderful getaway that will take you right back in time. You'll sleep in a quaint, rustic cabin and see plenty of wildlife here.

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5. The Outdoor Campus: The Wilderness Park That Will Bring Out The Adventurer In You

Visit The Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls this spring to play outdoors in a free class. Take a family paddling class, learn to fish and brush up your shooting skills.

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6. Sylvan Lake: The Underrated Beach With The Whitest, Most Pristine Sand

Plan to visit Sylvan Beach this spring for some lakeside fun. It's located Custer State Park, and it can get pretty crowded on sunny days, so plan to show up plenty early to stake your a spot for your beach towel.

For more information, read our full article here.

7. Canyon Lake Park: A Little Slice Of Heaven Hiding Right Here In South Dakota

This pretty little gem in Rapid City is the perfect place for a picnic this spring. Take a stroll, do some fishing and watch the ducks (you'll likely see baby ducklings soon!).

For more information, read our full article here.

8. McCrory Gardens: South Dakota’s Neverending Tulip Field

Don't miss the Tulip Festival at McCrory Gardens this spring. And if you miss the blooming tulips, don't worry - there are still tons of flowers in bloom on these 25-acres of beautiful formal gardens.

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9. Rush Mountain Adventure Park: An Adventure Of A Lifetime

Warm weather means adventure! Head to Rush Mountain Adventure Park in Keystone to ride the zipline, and explore all the other activities there, too.

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10. D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery: An Awesome Activity That Won’t Cost You A Cent

The 10-acre D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery provides fish to streams and lakes of the Black Hills, and you can visit for free! It's located in Spearfish, where you'll find plenty of great hiking trails and other outdoor activities.

For more information, read our full article here.

11. Thunder Road Family Park: The Picture Perfect Place For A Family Day Trip

Ready for some high-speed action? Take the family to Thunder Road Family Park, where you can race around on go-karts, play on bumper boats and ride some amusement park rides.

For more information, read our full article here.

Which of these places is your favorite, and what others would you recommend for a spring visit?