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> > Swimming

The cool, clean waters of our lakes and
sandy beaches are open to swimmers
during warm weather. With no lifeguards
on duty, swim at your own risk, observe
all signs and posted warnings, and be
alert to abrupt drop-offs and changes
in lake bottom characteristics.

If fresh water swimming doesn’t float
your boat, the Pierre Aquatic Center,
located in the Oahe Family YMCA, makes
swimming a year-round sport. The Pierre
Aquatic Center features a waterslide,
diving board, spray toys and an eight-
lane, 25-yard pool. Locker rooms and
showers are available in the complex.
The YMCA also offers a fully outfitted
gym, racquetball courts and indoor > > Diving
tack. Call 605.773.7445 or visit Because of the crystal clear waters,
www.pierre.sd.gov for hours / fees. scuba divers flock to Lake Oahe for an
underwater experience of the Missouri
> > Kayaking & Canoeing Trips River. Get a close up look at short nose
gar, walleye or even the rare pallid
If you’re looking for an adventure above sturgeon. Winter dives are available
the water, consider a kayak or canoe trip. for divers looking for a challenge during
Both guided and non-guided trips are the cooler months. For more information
available, ranging from a few hours to visit www.gfp.sd.gov.
a couple days. The popular Dam Run,
where a driver shuttles your group and
kayaks up to the Oahe Dam and you > > Paddle Boarding
paddle down river to the La Framboise Paddle boarding is another popular
Causeway, is a great way for friends activity in the area and is the perfect
and family to enjoy the river. Rentals way to connect with nature. It is a common
available at Farm Island Recreation Area, occurrence to see boards out on the water,
call 605.773.2885. on the beaches and in our state parks.
Rentals available at Farm Island Recreation
Area, call 605.773.2885.

Equipment rentals, dive classes and kayak classes are available in Pierre.
Guides can accommodate all levels of experience.
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