Beaver Creek Nature Area

Beaver Creek Nature Area is a nature area in Minnehaha County, South Dakota in the United States. It is located along Beaver Creek, a tributary of Split Rock Creek,[1] just east of Sioux Falls. Birdwatching, fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling are popular activities within this area. Wildlife found in the area include: Bald eagle, White-tailed deer, Coyote, Beaver, and many song birds and waterfowl.[2]

Samuelson Homestead at Beaver Creek Nature Area
Owl perches over Beaver Creek at Beaver Creek Nature Area

Beaver Creek Nature Area
Welcome sign for Beaver Creek Nature Area
Map showing the location of Beaver Creek Nature Area
Map showing the location of Beaver Creek Nature Area
LocationMinnehaha, South Dakota, United States
Coordinates43.55817°N 96.54161°W / 43.55817; -96.54161
Area165 acres (67 ha)
Established1967
Governing bodySouth Dakota Department of Game, Fish, and Parks

See also

References
  1. https://edits.nationalmap.gov/apps/gaz-domestic/public/summary/639819
  2. "Beaver Creek Nature Area | South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks". gfp.sd.gov. Retrieved June 22, 2018.


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