Eastern South Dakota at a Glance
Glaciers that moved across northeastern South Dakota roughly 20,000 years ago
left behind a trove of glacial lakes, resulting in a haven for bird watchers and
outdoor enthusiasts alike. The northern part of the region harbors over 120 glacial
lakes and the renowned Glacial
Lakes and Prairie Birding Trail, one of the most productive waterfowl breeding
areas in North America and home to over 300 species of birds. In the southeastern
part of South Dakota is Sioux
Falls, the state's cultural epicenter and largest city. The 14-mile (23-km)
Greenway Trail makes a sweeping loop around the city's impressive falls. In the
summer, be sure to take in the annual Yankton
Riverboat Days and Summer Arts Festival, which features over 150 arts and
crafts booths, a parade, dance shows and children's activities. Watertown
is the hometown of celebrated artist Terry Redlin, and visitors can see over 130
of his original paintings at the three-story Redlin
Art Center.
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