Adventure is calling… are you ready to answer? After a long and frustrating 2020, it is time to get out and enjoy this beautiful state of ours, and we cannot think of a better way to do so than by enjoying South Dakota’s awe-inspiring Missouri River! Here is why:

Spanning a whopping 2,341 miles, the Missouri River is both the world’s fourth longest river system and the longest river in SoDak, making it the perfect place for various adventures! 
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Beginning in the southeast corner of the state before winding through the center, the Mighty Missouri is as historically significant as it is stunning, as the body of water once served as a life-source for early Native Americans before being used for the iconic Lewis and Clark expedition. 
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When you travel the Missouri River today, you will find an infinite amount of recreational opportunities, including boating, fishing, tubing, and other popular water sports. 
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Can you imagine waking up beside the beautiful Missouri River? You can, thanks to countless riverside resorts and hotels, campsites, and cabins.
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Pictured is the charming Arrowwood Resort & Conference Center at Cedar Shore. 

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Not only can you stay near the Missouri but you can eat near it, too! 
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For a full list of riverside restaurants, check out this post from the South Dakota Department of Tourism.
In the summertime, when the weather is high, can you imagine lying on the beach beside the River? So can we.
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As if you needed another reason to visit the Missouri River, it also runs alongside such South Dakota towns as Yankton, Chamberlain, and Pierre, making for even more to see and do during your adventure.
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What is your favorite Missouri River adventure? Let us know in the comments! 
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To learn even more about the history of the Missouri River, check out The Missouri River In South Dakota Is A Beautiful Piece Of Living History.

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