The Outdoor Campus - West

The purpose of the facility is to provide outdoor education experiences to youth and adults throughout western South Dakota and to serve as the headquarters for the Wildlife Division staff of the western South Dakota region.
The Outdoor Campus' mission is to provide education about outdoor skills, wildlife, conservation and management practices of South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks to all ages in order to preserve our outdoor heritage.
Winter Hours:
Monday: 8 am - 5 pm
Tuesday: 8 am - 5 pm
Wednesday: 8 am - 5 pm
Thursday: 8 am - 5 pm
Friday: 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday: closed
Closed holidays
Our 32 acres of trails and habitats are available to explore seven days a week, from dawn until dark.

Check out some of our incredible features and exhibits in our photo gallery.
Programs
Want to see what programs are coming up? Check out our Winter Program Brochure. Or go online to sign up. Review a step-by-step how-to for tips on a smooth registration process.
Our Spring Program Brochure is also available. Check out the fun things we have going on in March, April and May!
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The Outdoor Campus West
4130 Adventure Trail
Rapid City, SD 57702
605.394.2310
tocwest@state.sd.us

