Paddling in South Dakota

Information about the sport of paddling in South Dakota. Includes information about canoeing, kayaking, and other types of paddling in south dakota

Paddling Maps and Brochures
- Canoeing and Kayaking in South Dakota (PDF)
- Misouri River Canoe and Kayak Map (PDF)
- Big Sioux River Canoe and Kayak Map (PDF)

Black Hills Paddling
- About Black Hills Canoeing and Kayaking
- Deerfield Lake and Pactola Lake Kayaking Tours
PADDLING LAKES:
- Angostura Recreation Area (near Hot Springs)
- Bear Butte Lake (near Sturgis)
- Cook Lake (near Sundance)
- Custer State Park Lakes (near Keystone)
- Horsethief Lake (near Hill City)
- Shadehill Recreation Area (near Lemmon)
PADDLING RIVERS:
- Belle Fourche River
- Cheyenne River
- Little White River
- Rapid Creek (some sections have whitewater)

South Dakota Paddling Events
- South Dakota Kayak Challenge

More About South Dakota Paddling
- South Dakota State Parks: Paddling Safety Tips
- Kayaking the Lakes of South Dakota (Jay Heath Blog)

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