Dakota Nature Park
The 135-acre Dakota Nature Park is designed as a destination park featuring a string of ponds perfect for kayaking or trying out a new fishing lure. What began as the city landfill is now a multi-purpose park with miles of bike trails and plenty of opportunities for visitors and locals to get out and explore nature.
Located in the park is the Larson Nature Center; a 5,300 square-foot facility which serves as the rental hub for outdoor gear including fishing rods, kayaks, canoes, adaptive bikes, snowshoes, binoculars and GPS units.
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 Dakota Nature Park and Larson Nature Center are primarily for the use of programs and activities sponsored or affiliated with the Brookings Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department. The building is for rent when the schedule allows.
Building and ground rentals are available for business and personal meetings, as well as social gatherings, intimate weddings, birthdays, reunions, graduations and more. Download the rental agreement for more information.
