Kennebec KOA

The Great Outdoors

Often mistaken for a flat, barren state devoid of natural beauty, South Dakota, like many of its Midwest neighbors, tends to surprise first-time travelers when they see the rolling hills, majestic riverside campgrounds, and epic badlands of the state. Plenty of recreational areas can be found nearby on the banks of the Missouri River, like Good Soldier Creek Recreation Area, Fort Thompson Recreation Area, North Shore Recreation Area, and Tailwaters Recreation Area. Each respective area offers riverfront recreation like swimming, boating, fishing, and camping, so be sure to bring your Kennebec RV rental along for a multi-day stay on the scenic Missouri River.A quick sojourn in the western portion of the state can yield a myriad of pleasant destinations, particularly for those who enjoy seeing natural cave systems. Pack up the Kennebec motorhome rental and make the three-hour drive west to Jewel Cave National Monument or Wind Cave National Park, both of which contain some of the largest and longest cave systems in the world, with breathtaking, underground labyrinths that guests may explore if they are feeling brave. These subterranean passageways wind, twist, and turn for miles, offering a look into the inner workings of the Earth.Along with Wind Cave National Park, Badlands National Park accounts for a significant portion of the tourism to South Dakota, with stunning badlands, strange geological features, hundreds of miles of trails, and a whole lot of campgrounds for you to use with your Kennebec travel trailer rental. Even historical sites can be found on the sacred grounds of the Badlands National Park area, used for ghost dances and other ceremonies by the local native tribes. No matter what part of this charming, wonderful state you choose to explore, you will feel encouraged to return time and time again to visit enchanting parks and recreation spots with spectacular landscapes aplenty.

City Sightseeing

Kennebec is much too small to have any significant attractions of its own, and aside from serving as an excellent jumping-off point, there is more to do when you rent an RV near Kennebec KOA and venture off for some memorable sightseeing in nearby Pierre, the tiny capital of South Dakota. For starters, the State Capitol Building in Pierre is worth checking out, with iconic Greek Revival style featuring epic domes and ornate Greek columns. You can take a self-guided tour through this mesmerizing palace of style while learning about the building and state’s history.The South Dakota National Guard Museum in Pierre pays its respects to the brave companies of soldiers that were created well before South Dakota was even a state. This impressive collection has military vehicles, uniforms, weapons, and a great deal of information retelling the story of South Dakota military heroes.The South Dakota State Historical Society Museum is perhaps the state’s most complete history museum, full of exciting exhibits and galleries displaying all facets of South Dakota history. The building itself is a real work of art, built into the side of a mound underground unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Have a blast taking guided tours through this charming museum, not far from the Capitol Building when you rent an RV near Kennebec KOA and take a day trip to the South Dakota state capital.