FORT SISSETON HISTORICAL STATE PARK

LAKE CITY, SD

Fort Sisseton Historical State Park is a historical site located in Lake City, South Dakota. The park was established in 1864 as a military outpost to protect the area from attacks by Native Americans. The fort was named after the nearby Sisseton Indian tribe and served as a base for the U.S. Army until it was decommissioned in 1889.

Today, the park spans over 1,000 acres and offers visitors a glimpse into the history of the American West. The fort's original buildings have been restored, including the barracks, officer's quarters, and hospital. The park also features a museum with exhibits on the history of the fort and the surrounding area.

Visitors to Fort Sisseton Historical State Park can participate in a variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, and camping. The park has over eight miles of trails, with options for easy and moderate hikes. Fishing is available in the park's several lakes and ponds, with species including trout, bass, and panfish. Camping is available in both tent and RV sites, with amenities such as electricity, water, and dump stations.

Overall, Fort Sisseton Historical State Park is a fascinating historical site that offers visitors a chance to step back in time and experience the history of the American West.

FORT SISSETON HISTORICAL STATE PARK is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in LAKE CITY SD. US MID #8404600194

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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• telephone: 6054485474
• website: gfp.sd.gov/fort-sisseton

FORT SISSETON HISTORICAL STATE PARK
11907 434TH AVENUE
LAKE CITY
SD
57247

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