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East of Aberdeen lies lakes, hills and history.
U.S. Highway 12, the main east-west road through Aberdeen, was once part of The Yellowstone Trail — the first transcontinental highway in the U.S. It still runs from Plymouth, Mass., to Seattle.
As you’re planning a trip to Aberdeen, make a stop to stretch your legs and say hello to some of our neighbors.
For some fresh air and greenery
A day pass to state parks is $8 per vehicle, or $36 for an annual pass that’s good from Memorial Day weekend 2021 to that same time next year.
Any park you pick is a great way to spend an afternoon on your way to Aberdeen.
- Pickerel Lake State Recreation Area
- Boating/Fishing.
- Canoeing/Kayaking/Paddleboarding.
- Hiking.
- Roy Lake State Park
- Camping.
- Disc Golf.
- Hiking.
- Fort Sisseton Historic State Park
- Canoeing/Kayaking.
- Hiking.
- Historical interest.
- Sica Hollow State Park
- Hiking.
- Historical interest.
- Horse Trail.
- Sand Land National Wildlife Refuge
- Observation tower.
- Wildlife drive.
Waubay
- Stop by The Purple Cow for a waffle cone and a chance to stretch legs on vintage playground equipment.
- Blue Dog Fish Hatchery.
