Lake Vermillion State Recreation Area, Canistota
26140 451st Ave, Vermillion, SD 57069
526 acres · 4 miles of trails
Lake Vermillion State Recreation Area near Canistota between Sioux Falls and Mitchell offers shaded trails, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans for leashed dogs. Access non-swim beaches for play. Avoid swim areas to protect water quality.
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- Park
- Lake Vermillion State Recreation Area, Canistota
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Canistota, South Dakota
- Coordinates
- 43.6928, -97.2644
- Size
- 526 acres
- Trail miles
- 4
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.5 / 5 (280 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.5 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- June 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 526 acres of room
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
Lake Vermillion SRA between Sioux Falls + Mitchell. Leashed dogs on trails + non-swim beaches.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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