Located just northeast of Sioux Falls sits the gorgeous Palisades State Park, one of the most unique areas in all of South Dakota!
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For millions of years, Split Rock Creek cut deep gorges through Palisades State Park. Geologists estimate the Sioux quartzite spires are 1.2 billion years old.
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Four hiking trails twist and turn through these beautiful rock formations.
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Scenic overlooks and rushing water make Palisades a remarkable getaway.
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The park is popular among campers, photographers, sightseers, picnickers, rock climbers and hikers.
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A huge flour mill was once located on the bluff overlooking the park. The mill was powered by a large water-wheel installed along the rushing Split Rock Creek. The once-bustling town of Palisades grew around the success of the mill.
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The cliffs and formations at Palisades are used by rock climbers to practice their scaling and rappelling techniques.
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Palisades State Park campground is next to the beautiful Split Rock Creek and has 34 single-family campsites and 6 cabins. Youth group campsites are also available. All campsites have electric hookups and some have full hookups. Each site also has a table, fire ring and grate. The campground is heavily wooded offering plenty of shade in the summer. Amenities include drinking water, vault & flush toilets, hot showers and a dump station. Firewood is also available for sale at the park. There’s also a playground, picnic area, biking trails and an amphitheater.
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Scenic overlooks and rushing water make Palisades a popular getaway. At only 157 acres, it is South Dakota’s second-smallest state park.
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The park is located just south of Garretson, 10 miles off Interstate 90. 25491 485th Ave, Garretson South Dakota.