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Sand Lake

Spanning across eight counties in South Dakota, the Sand Lake Wetland Management District is an integral asset in the protection of migratory birds and natural habitats in that region.

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Nearby Parks Around Sand Lake

Compare nearby parks around Sand Lake when planning alternatives, extensions, or a follow-up trip.

221.4 mi away

Badlands

National Park · SD

265.1 mi away

Theodore Roosevelt

National Park · ND

315.9 mi away

Voyageurs

National Park · MN

494.2 mi away

Isle Royale

National Park · MI

516.5 mi away

Rocky Mountain

National Park · CO

604.9 mi away

Yellowstone

National Park · WY

Nearby Points of Interest Around Sand Lake

Explore nearby points of interest around Sand Lake to build stop-level options beyond this park's top picks.

218.2 mi away

Big Badlands Overlook

The dramatic Big Badlands Overlook is near the Northeast Entrance of the park.

220.2 mi away

Door Trail

For an interesting hike focused on geological history, take the Door Trail.

220.3 mi away

Window Trail

Penetrating the Badlands Wall that spans 100 miles of the South Dakota plains, the Window Trail offers an easy hike to view this rugged terrain.

220.3 mi away

Windows Overlook

The Windows Overlook can be found off the Window Trail, a quarter-mile round trip hike.

220.4 mi away

Notch Trail

Some of the most unbelievable views of the Badlands prairie are from the Notch Trail.

221.0 mi away

Cliff Shelf Nature Trail

The Cliff Shelf Nature Trail offers an opportunity for you to enjoy unique trailside flora and fauna in an unusually green section of the park.