Mazing Acres Pumpkin Patch Jacobson Plaza PHOTO COURTESY OF SCHEELS Great Bear Ski Valley fall Autumn in Southeast South Dakota is all about crisp air, vibrant fall colors, and friendly faces—both human and animal. Visit the Great Plains Zoo , where the cooler temps bring out cold-weather friends like brown bears, snow leopards, and tigers. Keep the animal encounters going at Good Earth Farm , Farm Life Creamery , and Mazing Acres , where you can pet (and giggle) at friendly farm animals. Looking for that classic fall adventure? Yogi Bear Campground , Mazing Acres , and Heartland Country Corn Maze all offer South Dakota corn mazes. Fill your basket with fresh apples at The Country Apple Orchard . Pick your own flowers at Fleurish Flower Farm and pumpkins at Mazing Acres . From hayrides and zip lines to corn cribs and bouncing pillows, our fall destinations are a great way to soak in fresh fall air! For days when the weather can’t decide what season it wants to be, Thunder Road has you covered. Play outdoors with mini golf and go-karts or head inside for virtual reality gaming, laser tag, a 7D theatre, a massive arcade, and more. Rather go for an indoor dip? Make a splash at the Summit Activities Center or the Midco Aquatic Center , both featuring indoor pools with slides and play areas. winter When the snow starts to sparkle, it’s time to bundle up and play. Many state and city parks offer peaceful routes for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Great Bear Ski Valley is a favorite winter playground, offering skiing, snowboarding, tubing, snowshoeing, and cross-country trails—all just minutes from the new, festive ice skating ribbon at Jacobson Plaza and the annual Falls Park Winter Wonderland holiday lights display. Holiday cheer shines across the region as well, from the Vermillion Standstill Parade of Lights to glowing displays at Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve and The Country Apple Orchard . Warm up and wander through 80 decorated holiday trees at the Mead Museum . Whether you’re chasing lights or fresh powder, winter here is simply magical. Want to warm up and play inside? Spark curiosity at the Kirby Science Center inside the Washington Pavilion , featuring 100+ kid-friendly, hands-on exhibits and one of the most advanced planetariums in the country. Grown-ups deserve playtime too!— The Boat House offers indoor golf simulators, axe throwing, and mini bowling, all with drinks on tap. And if a little casino energy sounds more your speed, try your luck at Royal River Casino , Grand Falls Casino , or Hard Rock Hotel & Casino . SoutheastSouthDakota.com // 209 SOUTHEAST REGION
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