History, art, and pioneers await as you drive from the South to Aberdeen, South Dakota. Take an hour or take an afternoon to enjoy some of the unique sites.

There are some fun and wild places to visit along the way!

Enjoy some green space

• Fisher Grove State Park
  • Canoeing / Kayaking
  • Hiking
  • Historical interest
• Lake Louise Recreation Area
  • Disc Golf
  • Fishing
  • Hiking

DeSmet, South Dakota

Once the home of Laura Ingalls Wilder, and the setting for the majority of her famed “Little House” books, a stop DeSmet, SD, is a great way to spend the afternoon on your way to Aberdeen.

• Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Homes
• Ingalls Homestead

Huron, South Dakota

Many make an annual journey to Huron, South Dakota, for the South Dakota State Fair, but there’s much more to do there! Stretch your legs in Huron on your way to Aberdeen.

• Parks
• Murals in the Town

Redfield, South Dakota

At the crossroads of U.S. Highways 281 and 212, Redfield showcases history and small-town charm.

Historic 1914 Chicago North Western Depot

Step back to 1914 when this depot was a bustling site of travel and commerce. The depot building continues to be graced with original virgin oak woodwork, art-carved marble floors, the original furnished ticket office along with separate men’s and women’s rooms, lunchroom, kitchen, baggage room, and Railway Express Room. Exhibits enhance the story of the railroad development of Redfield. Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Parks and recreation

Faulkton, South Dakota

From the third-largest piece of art to a historic residence, a stop in Faulkton is worth your time.

• The Faulkton Grain Elevator
• City Carousel
• Pickler Mansion