Palisades State Park

**AS OF 5/2/24, THE ENTRANCE HAS MOVED. IT IS NOW LOCATED AT 48422 256TH ST. To access from Highway 11: Turn south on 484th Ave (SD CTY 109) just west of Garretson. Travel 2 miles south and turn east on 256th St. The entrance is located on the north side of the road.** 

Palisades State Park is one of the most unique areas in South Dakota. Split Rock Creek, which flows through the park, is lined with Sioux quartzite formations varying from shelves several feet above the water to 50-foot vertical cliffs. Scenic overlooks and rushing water make Palisades a popular getaway. The park is popular among campers, photographers, sightseers, picnickers, rock climbers and hikers.

Open: Year-round. Between Oct. 1 and April 30, showers, flush toilets and other water systems may be closed. Please contact the park directly for current status. Vault toilets usually remain open.

Activities include:
Birdwatching
Camping
Canoeing/Kayaking
Fishing
Hiking
Historical interest
Rock Climbing
Snowshoeing
Volleyball