Farm Island Recreation Area
Farm Island Recreation Area is a state recreation area in Hughes County, South Dakota in the United States. It is named for Farm Island located in the Missouri River, just downstream of Pierre, the state capitol. The island is now connected to the main shore via a causeway. The area is popular for camping, hiking, fishing, boating, and other water-based recreational opportunities.[1]
| Farm Island Recreation Area | |
|---|---|
  Location of Farm Island Recreation Area in South Dakota | |
| Location | Hughes, South Dakota, United States |
| Coordinates | 44.345921°N 100.279950°W |
| Area | 1,800 acres (7.3 km2) |
| Established | 1946 |
| Governing body | South Dakota Department of Game, Fish, and Parks |
| Website | Farm Island Recreation Area - SD GF&P |
See also
References
- "Farm Island Recreation Area | South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks". gfp.sd.gov. Retrieved 2018-06-03.
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