Activities & Attractions

Yankton’s Must-See Attractions and Top Activities

Explore all of the exciting attractions around Yankton, from racing at Kart Trax to taking a relaxing stroll across the Meridian Bridge. Yankton has activities for everyone!

Lewis & Clark Recreation Area

Activities & Attractions Cabins Campgrounds Outdoor Meeting Spaces

Lewis & Clark Recreation Area is the second most visited state park in South Dakota.  It is home to Lewis & Clark Lake and adjacent […]

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Lewis & Clark Visitor Center

Activities & Attractions Visitor Information Centers

Located on top of scenic Calumet Bluff in Nebraska, the Lewis & Clark Visitor Center overlooks the Missouri River and Lewis and Clark Lake. Operated […]

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Mead Cultural Education Center

Activities & Attractions Arts & Culture History & Museums

Now Open!  In 2018, the Dakota Territorial Museum relocated to the Mead Cultural Education Center, a historic building on the South Dakota Human Services Center […]

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Meridian Bridge and Meridian Plaza

Activities & Attractions History & Museums

The Meridian Bridge, a long-time landmark in Yankton, is the result of hard work and determination of local citizens. The bridge closed to vehicle transportation […]

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Missouri National Recreational River

Activities & Attractions Campgrounds Outdoor Recreation

Did you know Yankton has a National Park? That’s right, the Missouri National Recreational River runs right along Yankton’s historic waterfront. Come discover beautiful stretches […]

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Mount Marty College

Activities & Attractions History & Museums

Mount Marty College is a beautifully maintained 80-acre campus along the bluffs of the Missouri River. The college offers bachelor degrees, master degrees, associate degrees, […]

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National Field Archery Foundation Museum

Activities & Attractions Archery History & Museums

The museum showcases historical bows, archery equipment and archery related artifacts collected throughout the NFAA’s 75-year history. Their extensive recurve collection of 178 bows includes […]

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Nissen Winery

Activities & Attractions Breweries, Wineries & Hop Farms

Tucked into the rolling hills of northern Cedar County, NE, this family-owned and operated winery grows grapes on 12 beautiful country acres. Tour the winery, […]

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