Located on the shores of the Missouri River just above Fort Randall Dam, North Point Recreation Area provides a spectacular river view. Lewis and Clark came up the river in late-August, early-September in 1804. In this area, they saw their first prairie dogs, which they called "barking squirrels." They were also told to watch for an infrequent phenomenon called "burning bluffs," where the shale ignites and smokes.
Activities:
Archery range Biking Boating Camping Canoeing/Kayaking Fishing Golf Hiking Horseshoes Swimming Trapshooting/rifle range Volleyball
Amenities:
Beach Boat Ramp Campground Camping cabins Drinking water Dump station Electric campsites Fish cleaning station Flush toilets/showers Game checkout Life Jacket Checkout Marina Picnic Shelter Playground Vault toilets
North Point Recreation Area is not affiliated with AmericanTowns Media
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