Lots of things one can do for recreation in this area of South Dakota; hunting, fishing, swimming, cross-country skiing, wildlife observations, golf, snowmobiling, sledding, hiking, biking and much, much more.
We are having a satellite tour of Aberdeen, South Dakota - U.S. Highway 281. Historic downtown is brimming with activity. Many things to see and do. Midwestern hospitality mixed with metropolitan progressiveness. Sporting events, Live performances, Recreational and Cultural events, Shopping, Dining, and Site-seeing. There are historic walking tours in the area.
Aberdeen, SD. (24,460). Part of Brown County, South Dakota, (35,154). Located in the northeastern part of South Dakota. The third largest city in South Dakota. The city was officially founded on July 6, 1881 the date of the first arrival of a Milwaukee Railroad-Train. Situated at the intersection of US Highway 281 - North/South and Highway 12 - East/West. Passenger train service with Amtrak.
Home to The Northern State University Wolves. The local parks have activities for every season. The Aberdeen Cultural Center has art. Wylie Park has it all for the young and the young at heart. The Aberdeen Community Theater. Lee Park Golf Course is on Highway 281. Public with 18 holes, driving range and putting green. The Dacotah Prairie Museum is interesting.
On October 25, 1970, the Dacotah Prairie Museum opened it's doors. The idea for the museum dates as far back as 1938. A visit is like a step back in time, the people, the progress and natural history that combined to propel the prairie region into existence.
The Dacotah Prairie Museum Website:
The Aberdeen Cultural Center's Gallery. The Gallery’s mission is to promote an appreciation for the visual arts through a multitude of art forms, media and subject matter, as well as offering affordable original art works for sale from local and regional artists.
The Aberdeen Cultural Center Website:
Northern State University. Enrollment of nearly 3,000 students from 36 states and 20 foreign countries. NSU's challenging, multifaceted curriculum offers 38 majors and 42 minors, as well as six associate, eight pre-professional and nine graduate degree areas.
Northern State University Website:
Aberdeen Parks and Recreation Areas. For every season there are activities in the City Parks. Indoor recreational activities are particularly popular in the fall and winter months. Hockey and recreational skating takes place at the Fairgrounds Odde Ice Arena. Swim indoors at the YMCA or Northern State University. Walk, bike, or jog down several newly-developed trails in and around the city. Roller blades and bike rentals can be had here too.
Aberdeen Parks and Recreation Areas Websites:
Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce Website:
Aberdeen Convention & Visitor's Bureau Website:
The Greater Aberdeen Area has many recreational opportunities available for all ages as well. All with in a few miles of Aberdeen. Let's have a satellite look at some of these. Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge is 27 miles northeast of Aberdeen. Richmond Lake Recreation Area is 10 northwest of Aberdeen off Highway 281. Mina Lake Recreation Area 11 miles W of Aberdeen off U.S. Hwy. 12. Links for you below.
Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge. A refuge and breeding grounds for migratory birds and other wildlife. 21,498 acres of prime wildlife habitat consisting of open lakes, wetlands, grasslands, woodlands and croplands. Home to more than 266 bird species, 40 mammal species, and a variety of fish, reptiles, and amphibians. Each spring and fall, millions of migratory birds rest and feed at Sand Lake NWR during their long migrations to and from breeding grounds. Wildlife observation, education, photography, hunting and fishing are all popular activities on this refuge.
Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge Website:
Richmond Lake Recreation Area. Three separate areas in this park cater to the needs of campers, swimmers, naturalists, boaters and anglers. Cross-country skiing. 18-hole disc golf course. Fishing. Hiking. Horse trail. A 1,000-acre lake. Open year-round. Near snowmobile trail and Sledding area.
Richmond Lake Recreation Area Website:
Mina Lake Recreation Area. One of the first man-made lakes in northeast South Dakota. Its beginning dates back to the 1930s. Nestled along the wooded shores of Mina Lake, Mina Recreation Area is is a water-lover's haven with plenty of room for boating, fishing and swimming. Open year round. Camping. Cabins. Boating. Fishing. Accessible hiking trail.
Mina Lake Recreation Area Website:
Aberdeen, South Dakota area of U.S. Highway 281 has many activities for each season. A visit to the area any time of the year is enjoyable. Have fun.
Safe Travels & Ya'll Come Back...
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