QUALITY INN & SUITES Across from the Terry Redlin Art Center. All rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators plus free wireless internet. Enjoy the pool, hot tub, exercise room, business center, complimentary hot breakfast, guest laundry, meeting room and elevator. McDonalds and Fuel Stop next door. www.facebook.com/ qualityinn.watertownsd. 605-910-4465 www.gfp.sd.gov/parks BRAMBLE PARK ZOO WATERTOWN EXECUTIVE SUITES 605-882-6269 800 10th St NW www.brambleparkzoo.com and www.facebook.com/BPZandLAZS COME CLOSER to the Ottertown exhibit, KidZoo, Discovery Center, Australian Adventure, Big Cats, Primates, Bear Crossing, Terry Redlin Environmental Center and Diversity of Life Complex, 23 acres of wildlife with over 500 animals representing 100 species from around the world and those native to South Dakota. Open all year! A beautifully preserved Civil War era fort with 14 original buildings. Also available year-around: visitor center, camping, camping cabins, canoeing, numerous family friendly events, large rental facility, wedding facility, and guided tours. Don’t miss this jewel of the prairie, situated in the heart of the glacial lakes region! 605-203-0348 1 – 1st St SW. www.watertownexecutivesuites.com Short term monthly lodging. Your home away from home, only a suitcase is needed. Short term lodging for traveling nurses or corporate & executive travelers. Downtown Watertown, SD. Within walking distance to restaurants, shopping and entertainment. WiFi. Call Connie Cheney for more information. PICKEREL LAKE RECREATION AREA 605-910-4515 www.gfp.sd.gov/parks Pickerel Lake Recreation Area is on the beautiful shores of Pickerel Lake. The recreation area offers an East and West unit and both offer camping sites, camping cabins, hiking, swimming beaches and boat ramps. The east unit also offers a fish cleaning station and fishing pier while the west unit offers a modern cabin and a picnic shelter that can be reserved. DINING DEMPSEYS BREWERY, RESTAURANT, & PUB 605-882-9760 127 North Broadway www.dempseybrewpub.com A landmark of Watertown, featuring award winning beers from the 2nd oldest brewery in SD, and culinary creations created by Owner and International award winning Chef Sean Dempsey. Dempsey’s is a 26 year old established full-service restaurant, with a full bar and table service, able to seat up to 170 people. Open 7 days a week, and available on DoorDash and Online order via our website. THE GOSS OPERA HOUSE 605-753-0200 100 East Kemp Avenue Watertown, SD 57201 www.thegossoperahouse.com CAMPING PELICAN LAKE RECREATION AREA 605-882-5392 www.gfp.sd.gov/parks This hidden gem campground, located 9 miles southwest of Watertown, is one of the most beautiful parks in the region. The park boasts over 5 miles of trails through native prairie and wildflowers. Two lakefront camping cabins are the perfect stay for ice fishing, family vacations or fall hunting adventures. WHEEL INN Make your own history at the Goss Opera House in Watertown. Take in a show and experience the world-class acoustics of the newly renovated opera hall. Schedule a tour and get lost in the stories of this 130-year old building. Show schedule and tickets available online. WESSINGTON SPRINGS WESSINGTON SPRINGS AREA CHAMBER & DEV. 605-539-1929 PO Box 132 Wessington Springs, SD 57382 chamberanddevelopment@ wessingtonsprings.com www.wessingtonsprings.com The natural springs flow through stunning foothills into the vibrant, historical town of Wessington Springs: Old Grade Nature Trail, Shakespeare Garden, Anne Hathaway Cottage, 1905 Opera House, Heritage Museum. SANDY SHORE RECREATION AREA 605-882-5392 www.gfp.sd.gov/parks This beautiful park on the south shore of Lake Kampeska has quickly become a favorite with campers. Sandy Shore is located on the nicest beach in the area with modern campsites and a new comfort station. Two lakefront camping cabins each with their own dock provide a dream vacation destination. 605-886-4649 4th Ave. & Hwy. 20 www.watertownwheelinn.com Closest thing to home! Come in and experience delicious food at a reasonable price in a comfortable, relaxed setting. Breakfast served all day, every day. Dine-in, Carry-Out, Catering available. Online ordering available through our website or app. The Wheel Inn has been serving Watertown and the surrounding areas for 70 years. Come experience a Watertown institution. Open 7 days a week 6 a.m.-8 p.m. WEBSTER ACCOMMODATIONS THE GALLEY HOTEL, BAR & GRILL 605-345-9989 230 W. Hwy. 12 www.thegalleyhotelbarandgrill.com Conveniently located on Highway 12 in Webster, near the greatest fishing lakes in the area. The Galley offers clean rooms, friendly staff, full bar & restaurant, and heated dog kennels. Four 2-bedroom Cabins. Guests can take advantage of the on-site Game Cleaning station. SDGlacialLakes.com // 185 GLACIAL LAKES & PRAIRIES REGION 605-886-3010 or 1-800-4CHOICE I-29 Exit 177 and Hwy. 212 www.qualityinn.com/hotel/sd016 SEE & DO CAMPING FORT SISSETON STATE PARK
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