Falls Park, South Dakota
Falls Park is the most visited site in all of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Born from the Big Sioux River, the Falls are a place of natural beauty and history. In fact, Sioux Falls was so named because the reputation of the mystic, inspiring Falls had reached land speculators from afar and they came to claim the land for a town.
Not only will you find the natural beauty in Falls Park, but you can take advantage of newly built visitor amenities and a family-friendly environment. The Falls Park Visitor Information Center has a five-story viewing tower that has an outdoor observation deck which allows you to view a great deal of Falls Park. Also inside Falls Park is a sculpture named "Monarch of the Plains," which was sculpted from mahogany granite that was mined in the Milbank area of South Dakota. Falls Park holds a sound and light show around the Falls at night that helps convey the cultural heritage of Sioux Falls.
Self-guided walking tours of Falls Park are aided by interpretive panels that are place throughout the park. They help tell the stories of how Sioux Falls and Falls Park share a bond in history. In addition to the descriptions, some of the panels display vintage photographs to help give visitors a visual idea of Falls Park throughout the years. These panels share many fascinating facts about Falls Park and about the Falls themselves.
Another attraction in Falls Park is the Horse Barn Arts Center. This place has two galleries -- one on the main floor and one in the former hayloft -- which display works by local and regional artists. Artist demonstrations, hands-on activities, classes, and workshops are also offered at the Arts Center.
Board the Sioux Falls trolley and travel from Falls Park through downtown Sioux Falls. Enjoy the unique shops and fine dining in the downtown area of Sioux Falls. Take the trolley back to Falls Park and enjoy the sound and light show before you leave.
There is no admission fee to Falls Park.
Not only will you find the natural beauty in Falls Park, but you can take advantage of newly built visitor amenities and a family-friendly environment. The Falls Park Visitor Information Center has a five-story viewing tower that has an outdoor observation deck which allows you to view a great deal of Falls Park. Also inside Falls Park is a sculpture named "Monarch of the Plains," which was sculpted from mahogany granite that was mined in the Milbank area of South Dakota. Falls Park holds a sound and light show around the Falls at night that helps convey the cultural heritage of Sioux Falls.
Self-guided walking tours of Falls Park are aided by interpretive panels that are place throughout the park. They help tell the stories of how Sioux Falls and Falls Park share a bond in history. In addition to the descriptions, some of the panels display vintage photographs to help give visitors a visual idea of Falls Park throughout the years. These panels share many fascinating facts about Falls Park and about the Falls themselves.
Another attraction in Falls Park is the Horse Barn Arts Center. This place has two galleries -- one on the main floor and one in the former hayloft -- which display works by local and regional artists. Artist demonstrations, hands-on activities, classes, and workshops are also offered at the Arts Center.
Board the Sioux Falls trolley and travel from Falls Park through downtown Sioux Falls. Enjoy the unique shops and fine dining in the downtown area of Sioux Falls. Take the trolley back to Falls Park and enjoy the sound and light show before you leave.
There is no admission fee to Falls Park.
