South Dakota Kayak Challenge
Want to Race the Mighty Mo'? Be sure to sign up for the South Dakota Kayak Challenge, it's 73 miles of adventure on the Missouri River from Yankton, SD. to South Sioux City, NE. Held on May 26th, 2018, you'll find every year is different. It's about good times and great adventure under the big Dakota skies on the last free flowing stretch of the longest river in North America.
Want to Race the Mighty Mo'? Be sure to sign up for the South Dakota Kayak Challenge, it's 73 miles of adventure on the Missouri River from Yankton, SD. to South Sioux City, NE. Held on May 26th, 2018, you'll find every year is different. It's about good times and great adventure under the big Dakota skies on the last free flowing stretch of the longest river in North America.
Fort to Field 50 and DAM N' BACK TREK
Paddle 50 miles on the wildest stretch of the Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR). Start at Fort Randall, SD. and finish in Springfield, SD. Sign up for the July 14th paddle battle!
If you'd prefer to paddle 'full throttle' sign up for the 10 mile DAM N' BACK TREK. It's an early season fight- the-current-first race held May 5th, starting at Riverside Park in Yankton, SD.
Paddle 50 miles on the wildest stretch of the Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR). Start at Fort Randall, SD. and finish in Springfield, SD. Sign up for the July 14th paddle battle!
If you'd prefer to paddle 'full throttle' sign up for the 10 mile DAM N' BACK TREK. It's an early season fight- the-current-first race held May 5th, starting at Riverside Park in Yankton, SD.
Kayaking the Lakes of South Dakota by Jay Heath
Find out all about area rivers and lakes within 50 miles of Sioux Falls, SD. Jay Heath began paddling area lakes in 2006 until his passing in 2014. This is a link to his blog which is a large and comprehensive body of work and a wonderful resource for paddlers. Jay created an adventure with his writing that we hope you'll enjoy as much as plying your favorite waters under the big Dakota skies.
Today, a section of the Big Sioux River south of Sioux Falls is designated as the Jay Heath Water Trail,
here is a map.
Find out all about area rivers and lakes within 50 miles of Sioux Falls, SD. Jay Heath began paddling area lakes in 2006 until his passing in 2014. This is a link to his blog which is a large and comprehensive body of work and a wonderful resource for paddlers. Jay created an adventure with his writing that we hope you'll enjoy as much as plying your favorite waters under the big Dakota skies.
Today, a section of the Big Sioux River south of Sioux Falls is designated as the Jay Heath Water Trail,
here is a map.
Missouri River National Water Trail
Go here to learn more about the Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR). The reaches of river that border South Dakota and Nebraska are some of the last remaining natural stretches of America's longest river. Come immerse yourself in some of the many experiences and stories to be discovered along this National water trail. Download the interactive map and much more, this site is a great resource!
Go here to learn more about the Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR). The reaches of river that border South Dakota and Nebraska are some of the last remaining natural stretches of America's longest river. Come immerse yourself in some of the many experiences and stories to be discovered along this National water trail. Download the interactive map and much more, this site is a great resource!
Friends of the Missouri National Recreational River (FOMNRR)
See what events and activities are talking place along the MNRR. The mission of the Friends of the Missouri National Recreational River is to build awareness and advocate for the scenic, fish and wildlife, ecological, geological, cultural/historical values and economic and recreational opportunities of the Missouri River, a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System.
See what events and activities are talking place along the MNRR. The mission of the Friends of the Missouri National Recreational River is to build awareness and advocate for the scenic, fish and wildlife, ecological, geological, cultural/historical values and economic and recreational opportunities of the Missouri River, a component of the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System.
SDCKA is a Paddle America Club member with American Canoe Association
ACA is a national non-profit serving the broader paddling public. You'll find education, training and events throughout the U.S.A. Great resources about everything paddling!
ACA is a national non-profit serving the broader paddling public. You'll find education, training and events throughout the U.S.A. Great resources about everything paddling!
Missouri River Basin Daily River Bulletin
Check here to find out the water levels the Corp or Engineers are releasing each day from the dams.
Fort Randall - Generally discharge 'out' levels of 26,000 are average
Gavins Point - Discharge levels 'out' of 20,000 are average
Check here to find out the water levels the Corp or Engineers are releasing each day from the dams.
Fort Randall - Generally discharge 'out' levels of 26,000 are average
Gavins Point - Discharge levels 'out' of 20,000 are average