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Missouri National Recreational River
Guided Tours
Ranger leads a history walk
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Ranger illustrates the layout of Fort Randall.

During the summer, ranger-guided tours are available at sites along the river:

Bicycle tour of the Gavins Point Dam area.

History walk in Yankton's Riverside Park

Tour of the Fort Randall site

Other ranger programs are also scheduled, including illustrated campground talks, movie nights, fishing and canoeing clinics, and hands-on children's activities.

Click here for more information and a schedule of programs.

 

Yankton in 1861  

Did You Know?
Yankton, on the Missouri River, was the first capital of Dakota Territory. This area included the states of South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, and parts of Idaho and Nebraska.

Last Updated: March 26, 2009 at 14:01 EST