Dakota Nature Park Larson Nature Center. 2 men fishing along side the lake. Picture

Dakota Nature Park

Discover 135 acres of natural beauty at Dakota Nature Park featuring a string of ponds perfect for kayaking, fishing, or canoeing. The Larson Nature Center is your one-stop shop for adventure, offering rental gear from fishing rods to adaptive bikes and snowshoes. Enjoy fishing, bird-watching, hiking, or simply relax with a picnic amidst the park’s serene environment.

Dakota Nature Park is open to public use for activities such as fishing, bird-watching, hiking, biking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, ice skating, canoeing, kayaking, and picnics. For any questions about the park, contact the Brookings Park, Recreation & Forestry Department.

Rental Rates & Policies

The park host programs with the Brookings Parks, Recreation& Forestry Department throughout the year. For inquiries about rentals, including business or personal meetings, social gatherings, weddings, reunions and more contact the department.

Directions
Website
605.692.2708
Directions • Website • 605.692.2708

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