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Kayaking and Canoeing Lewis and Clark Lake, Lake Yankton and the Missouri National Recreational River provide many miles of water and shoreline to explore by kayak or canoe! The beautiful chalkstone bluffs along the lake and river provide a scenic backdrop for people who like to travel across deep and wide waters, see beautiful natural history, enjoy scenery and view wildlife. Lake Yankton has a “no wake” rule which is great for beginners to kayaking and canoeing. The recreational river is a unit of the National Park System and part of the nation's Wild and Scenic Rivers System. Contact the National Park Service at (605) 665-0209 for more information on kayaking and canoeing or check out www.nps.gov/mnrr or www.mnrrwatertrail.org. Kayaks and canoes can also be rented from DJ’S Specialty Resort & Sports Rentals, (605) 665-3206. Get out and explore this dynamic National Recreational River. Kiwanis 4-H Ice Center 709 Whiting Dr. (605) 668-5234 • www.yanktonice.org The Kiwanis 4-H Ice Center is the home of Yankton Bucks and Miracle Hockey as well as the Yankton Figure Skating program. Additionally, various horse and livestock events are held during the summer months. Public open ice skating sessions are available November through early March. For open skate times call the arena or visit www.cityofyankton.org. For information regarding youth hockey, figure skating and learn to skate programs, visit www.yanktonice.org. Kreycik Riverview Elk & Buffalo Ranch 88971 517th Ave. (Niobrara, NE) (402) 857-3850 www.nebraskaelktours.com Take a covered wagon tour through the elk and buffalo herds, as you take in views of the Niobrara River. A guide informs visitors along the way of how the elk and buffalo are raised and the products made from them. Also featured are fallow deer and a longhorn steer named, Boomer. Visitors of all ages enjoy hand feeding the elk and buffalo. Tours are available May 18 through September 29. Reservations are required. Laser Barn Laser Tag 3700 W. 8th St. (Highway 52) (605) 689-0500 www.laserbarn.com Hours of fun. No need to go anywhere else. Family entertainment center and Stone Willy Pizza House with indoor and outdoor laser tag on three Kreycik Elk & Buffalo Covered Wagon Tours •Located in the beautiful Niobrara river valley 8 miles southwest of Niobrara State Park, Niobrara, NE. •Reservations required. •Open weekends May 18 - Sept. 29 WEEKDAYS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! call 402-857-3850 for reservations www.nebraskaelktours.com email: kreycikelkranch@yahoo.com Open Weekends ~ May 18–Sept. 29 6 – VISITORS GUIDE • YANKTON, SOUTH DAKOTA FOUR SEASONS playing fields. Play laser tag indoors in air-conditioned/heated comfort, outdoors in our "Old West Town" or in the trees. Just added new RC Racing on large oval or off-road dirt tracks. Rent our TRAXXAS vehicles or bring your own. These remote controlled cars are fun and easy to operate and can reach speeds of 30 mph or more. Track is available during our regular business hours and on designated “Race Days”. Watch our Web site for “Race Day” details. Arcade games available, as well as concessions and fresh-made pizza, burgers, hot wings and more. Contact us about birthday parties, group events, private parties, post-proms and other mobile laser tag events. Group rates and food/game packages are also available. Proud home of the 52" pizza - a party favorite. Find us online or call for further details. Open year-round. Fall/Winter hours – Friday 5-10 p.m.; Saturday Noon - 10 p.m.; Sunday Noon – 6 p.m. and weekdays by appointment. Watch Web site for Summer hours and “Race Days”. Lewis & Clark Recreation Area 43349 SD Hwy. 52 (605) 668-2985 www.lewisandclarkpark.com Boating, camping, fishing, jet skiing, kayaking, sailing, swimming, tubing and waterskiing are just some of the activities you can enjoy! The Recreation Area offers over 400 campsites, 17 primitive camping cabins and 4 boat ramps. Lewis & Clark Resort and Lewis & Clark Marina and restaurant are located in the recreation area. The Lewis & Clark Resort has 24 motel rooms, 17 modern cabins and a 6-bedroom lodge featuring a 1,800 sq. ft. grand room for your family reunions or corporation retreats. Lewis & Clark Marina has over 400 boat slips, fuel, boat rentals, mechanics and a convenience store. There are numerous beaches, picnic shelter facilities, play equipment and trails in the state park. A park entrance license is required to use the area; $6/day or $30 for an annual permit. Nearby Lake Yankton and the Missouri River also provide hours of entertainment for the young and old alike. Missouri National Recreational River 508 E. 2nd St. (National Park Service Office) (605) 665-0209 • www.nps.gov/mnrr Did you know Yankton has a National Park? That’s right, the Missouri National Recreational River runs right along Yankton’s historic waterfront. Come discover beautiful stretches of the Missouri River with plenty of outdoor activities, including miles of trails for hiking, biking, running and paddling. Start your visit at Riverside Park where there are exhibits detailing the history of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, the steamboat era and the Dakota Territorial Capital. A new feature is the Meridian Bridge, which was recently converted to safe Fabric & Bernina Sewing Center • Bernina sewing, embroidery & serger machines • Unique quilting fabrics & supplies • Great selection of books, patterns & notions 909 Broadway • 665-3406 e-mail: info@fourseasonsfabrics.com Play Hard, Rest Easy! Big sky, Big water. A different kind of summertime blues. LEWIS & CLARK RECREATION AREA Camping, beaches and boating. 668-2985 LEWIS & C LARKMARINA Boat rentals, service, convenience store and boat slips. 665-3111 L EWIS& C LARKRESORT Cabins, swimming pool and rooms. 665-2680 4 MILES WEST ON HIGHWAY 52 www.lewisandclarkpark.com