Farm Island Recreation Area
Located east of Pierre, Farm Island attracts all types of visitors - campers, swimmers, hikers, anglers, bird watchers and bicyclists. With easy access to Lake Sharpe and popular beaches and trails, this park stays busy throughout the year. Additionally, the park has ties to the Lewis and Clark expedition, which is detailed in the Lewis and Clark family center.
Nature Area & Trails
Farm Island features an island nature area, which provides an outdoor classroom for visitors. Eight miles of hiking trails wind through the island and give hikers, walkers, cross-country skiers and bicyclists a chance for peace, quiet and nature observation.
Deer and a variety of birds are very common to see on the island. Trail users may also notice traces of beaver activity near the water. Users also have access to a nature observation blind.
Restrictions / Safety
Farm Island Recreation Area
1301 Farm Island Road
Pierre, SD 57501
605.773.2885
Email: FarmIsland@state.sd.us
GPS Coordinates
Lat: 44.345921
Long: -100.3
Notice
- Farm Island main's campground is currently closed. It will open May 24.
- The east campground is open.
Activities
Lodging Info
Facilities / Services
- Beach
- Bicycle rentals
- Boat Ramp
- Campground
- Camping cabins
- Canoe/Kayak Rentals
- Drinking water
- Dump station
- Fish Cleaning Station
- Fishing Dock
- Fishing Pole Checkout
- Flush toilets/showers
- Game Checkout
- Picnic Shelter
- Playground
- Vault toilets
- Visitor Center
- Warming shelter
ADA / Accessible
- Camping Sites (52E, 53E)
- Showers
- Picnic Shelter