Farm Island Recreation Area, South Dakota

Farm Island Recreation Area is a beacon of outdoor diversity—nature lovers of all kinds enjoy this place! The recreation area grants visitors straightforward access to Lake Sharpe, which has great beaches and some really lovely trails. Farm Island also has an island nature area. It’s sort of like a classroom, but outdoors. And there aren’t any tests. Explore the eight miles of hiking trails that traverse the island on two feet, two wheels, or two skis… no matter what, you’ll have a good time. Don’t come expecting solitude though. The park is pretty dang peaceful, but it does tend to be a busy place throughout the entire year.