The Missouri River and surrounding area serve as an outdoor recreation mecca. Some of the more popular activities are:

Boating (and sailing on Lewis and Clark Lake) -- South Dakota and Nebraska boating regulations apply.

Canoeing -- Canoeing and kayaking the Missouri River are not for the novice. Contact us for brochures on canoeing South Dakota rivers.

Fishing -- South Dakota and Nebraska fishing regulations apply. Fishing licenses can be purchased online from the respective state.

Camping -- Primitive camping only is allowed on sandbars and some islands in the park.

Hiking and biking -- Most of the state parks along the "rec river" corridor have a variety of recreational trails. Call (402) 667-2550 for a copy of the "Meridian Trails Tour Map" for the Yankton, South Dakota, and Lewis and Clark Lake area or download your copy (pdf format).

The Missouri River is also the major North American migratory waterfowl flyway, making it a favorite destination for bird lovers.

Hunting is another popular year-round activity along the "rec river" corridor. Both South Dakota and Nebraska state hunting regulations apply. Duck blind permits for the upper end of Lewis and Clark Lake can be obtained from the US Army Corps of Engineers at the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center or online.  Applications are taken from August 1 to September 1.