South Dakota State Parks

With strong early donations, new projects coming to state parks this season

By Jodi Schwan | June 22, 2026

Improvements are coming this year to state parks across South Dakota, thanks to solid early response from donors to a fundraising campaign.

Newton Hills named among nation’s best ‘hidden gem’ beaches

By Pigeon605 Staff | June 16, 2025

Here’s a surprise: Newton Hills ranks among the best “hidden gems” beaches in the U.S.

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