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There are several excellent state parks worth visiting dotted along the edge of the Big Sioux River. Good Earth State Park is the closest and consists mainly of plains and wetlands overlooking the Big Sioux River. This park is of historical significance, as it was an important area for trading and religious ceremonies for the native Oneota people. Hiking is a popular pastime at Good Earth State Park, and eight short trails roughly a mile long lead by the river and through open grassy areas. During your walk, keep an eye out for local wildlife, including migratory waterfowl. In the winter months, the park's trails are ideal for snowshoeing.

Another park worth visiting during your visit with a motorhome rental near Sioux Falls is Palisades State Park. This beautiful state park consists of 50-foot-high bluffs and forested areas on the edge of the Big Sioux River. As a result of this rugged landscape, the park has become a hotbed for hiking, rock climbing, and photography. From the top of the cliffs, you can enjoy scenic views across the river. If you'd rather take part in some watersports, the Big Sioux River is great for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. There are also several picnic areas where you can enjoy a bite to eat while taking in this peaceful riverside park.

If you're looking for more stunning views when you rent an RV near Sioux Falls, consider crossing over into Minnesota and visiting Blue Mounds State Park. This state park combines 100-foot-tall cliffs with lowland prairies and an abundance of wildlife. Several trails lead through fields of tallgrass and up to the clifftops, which provide panoramic views of the park. During your hike, keep a lookout for local critters, including elk, bison, and prairie chickens. If you're looking to fish during your visit, Mound Creek is a popular spot for anglers.

Sioux Falls campers will want to explore this vibrant city located right on their doorstep. Sioux Falls has some exciting family-friendly attractions, and one of the best is the Great Plains Zoo. This zoo features over 130 different species on display. It has some endangered and rare species in its collection, including snow leopards, African wild dogs, and giant anteaters. The zoo also has a face-to-face farm, where visitors can feed farm animals such as alpacas and Jacob sheep.

Sioux Falls has some unique and intriguing museums, and one of the most popular is the Pettigrew Home and Museum. This home was built in the late 19th century and is dedicated to preserving Sioux Falls history. This Queen Anne style home is full of original furnishings as well as antiques and relics collected by the previous owners. Some interesting items on display include a walrus skin kayak and historic guns.

Alternatively, if you'd prefer taking the Tea RV rental on a road trip, head to Sioux City, and take in some of the city's landmarks and museums. The Sioux City Art Gallery is a popular cultural attraction and features over 1,000 pieces of art in its permanent collection. Opened over a century ago, the gallery has slowly accrued work from some well-known artists, including Tracy Miller, John Henry, and John Steuart Curry.