Free South Dakota State Park Entry On Father’s Day

Here's how to celebrate Father's Day and National Go Fishing Day by fishing for FREE!

South Dakota State Parks invite you to take Dad out for some free fishing on Sunday, Father's Day.

Spend time with family and friends making memories with free entry into all South Dakota State Parks and free fishing.

No fishing license nor vehicle park entrance license is required on June 18, 2023.

Also, when in the park, ask about free checkout equipment to learn to fish!

You can find great fishing opportunities in many of our State Park and Recreation Areas, including along the Missouri River.

There's a lot to do at South Dakota State Parks this weekend. Here are just a few events...

June 17, Saturday
• Fishing and Go Fish Poker Run at Lewis and Clark Recreation Area
• AARP Hike at Custer State Park
• Annual Volleyball Tournament at North Point Recreation Area
• Annual Camping Cook-Offs at Pelican Lake Recreation Area and Hartford Beach State Park
• Dutch Oven Cooking at Oakwood Lakes State Park
• Intro to Birding at the Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls
• Multiple Fishing Tournaments

June 18, Sunday
• Father's Day (free park entry and free fishing)
• National Go Fishing Day
• Good Earth Summer Concert Series - East of Westerville at Good Earth State Park