SOUTHEAST REGION EVERY DAY IS AN ADVENTURE YOUR REAL SOUTH DAKOTA ADVENTURE BEGINS HERE OUTDOOR PLEASURES With more than 175 natural and man-made lakes and three major rivers gracing Southeast South Dakota, every day can be a new adventure. You’ll find public and private recreational facilities that range from fully outfit-ted, up-scale recreational complexes to the rustic charm of a primitive hideaway. South Dakota State Parks also offer organized kids activities as well as guided hikes for all ages. The Missouri River and surrounding area serves not only as a historical and cultural centerpiece of the region, but also as an outdoor recreation mecca. Part of the “Wild and Scenic River” system, 98 miles of the Missouri is des-ignated as The Missouri National Recreational River and offers canoeing, kayaking, boating, fishing, hunting, camp-ing and much more. Surrounded by picturesque bluffs, rolling hills and wooded wildlife areas, the ‘Mighty Mo’ is the major North American migratory waterfowl flyway, making it a favorite destination for bird lovers. 212 Falls Park, Sioux Falls Far from the tourist traps, the Southeast region welcomes you with natural beauty, homespun charm, rural and Native American heritage. It is scenic, serene, Simply South Dakota! The Southeast South Dakota Birding Trail map provides information about what birds to look for and the best spots to find them. It is available on the Birdwatching page at www.southeastsouthdakota.com or by calling 1-888-353-7382. Lewis & Clark Recreation Area, west of Yankton, is one of South Dakota’s top attractions. It is a full service facility complete with campgrounds, hiking, biking and horse trails, swimming beaches, disc golf, archery range, marina, resort, restaurant and much more. You’ll find many excellent private, state and federal areas along the scenic bluffs and among the wildlife-rich woodlands of the Missouri River. City and county parks also offer additional treasures. Each has its own special features. Falls Park, in Sioux Falls, has a 5-story observation tower from which you can observe the majestic falls of the Big Sioux River as well as the city skyline. Six viewing areas,
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