Missouri River region I Fishing State Capitol, Pierre MAJOR CITIES & TOWNS Chamberlain, Fort Pierre, Mobridge, Oacoma, Pierre, Winner More than 440 miles of waterways beckon for endless fun in the sun. Retrace the footsteps of legendary explorers Lewis and Clark, experience Native American heritage and visit the South Dakota State Capitol building in Pierre. HIGHLIGHTS FUN ON THE WATER: Paddle in a kayak along the Missouri River — the longest river in the U.S. — or launch a larger watercraft into the 80-mile Lake Sharpe. SPORTSMAN’S PARADISE: Reel in walleye, smallmouth bass, catfish and salmon on the Missouri River and the 231-mile Lake Oahe — the largest of four Missouri River reservoirs. Revel in renowned pheasant and waterfowl hunting , as well as big game hunting . Numerous rodeos throughout the year showcase the skill, stamina and competitive spirit of cowboys and cowgirls. TRIBAL CULTURE: Learn about South Dakota’s earliest inhabitants at the South Dakota Cultural Heritage Center in Pierre. In Chamberlain, shop authentic handmade Native American crafts at the Dakota Plains Gallery & Gift Shop , and delve into the lives of the Lakota people at the Akta Lakota Museum & Cultural Center . Along I-90 near Chamberlain, stop at the Dignity: of Earth & Sky statue, a 50-foot Native American woman holding an outstretched quilt of 128 stainless steel blue diamond shapes. Powwow 32 // #HiFromSD Turn to page 186 to learn more about the Missouri River region.
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