Riverboat Days

Come visit the Missouri National Recreational River's Mobile Ranger Station at Yankton's Riverboat Days and Summer Arts Festival. There will be lots of fun for the whole family!

The Mobile Ranger Station will be located in the Children's area of Riverside Park in Yankton, SD.

Kayak Clinic

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every other Sunday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 22 through August 31. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane S......More

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every other Sunday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 22 through August 31. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane State Recreation Area off Toe Road, near the “bubble”.Kayaking is increasing in popularity and the National Park Service wants people to learn to paddle safely. The minimum age requirement to be in a kayak alone is 10 years old. Minimum age to attend is 5 and children ages 5-9 must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak. No prior paddling experience is required. These clinics provide an introduction to kayaking for visitors to learn basic paddling skills and critical safety information. Fun activities on the water will follow the instruction!Kayaks, equipment, and personal floatation devices (PFDs) are provided. Bring sunscreen, water, and clothes and shoes that can get wet. Enrollment for the clinic is limited and reservations are required. To reserve a spot please call the MNRR office at (605) 665-0209 extension 21. First 12 that sign up will be accepted. Deadline for reservations is noon the day prior to the clinic date. 

Meet at the parking lot for the "bubble" at Lake Yankton - Boat launch next to Chief White Crane State Recreation Area.

Kayak Clinic

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every Wednesday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 11 through September 3. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane St......More

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every Wednesday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 11 through September 3. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane State Recreation Area off Toe Road, near the “bubble”.Kayaking is increasing in popularity and the National Park Service wants people to learn to paddle safely. The minimum age requirement to be in a kayak alone is 10 years old. Minimum age to attend is 5 and children ages 5-9 must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak. No prior paddling experience is required. These clinics provide an introduction to kayaking for visitors to learn basic paddling skills and critical safety information. Fun activities on the water will follow the instruction!Kayaks, equipment, and personal floatation devices (PFDs) are provided. Bring sunscreen, water, and clothes and shoes that can get wet. Enrollment for the clinic is limited and reservations are required. To reserve a spot please call the MNRR office at (605) 665-0209 extension 21. First 12 that sign up will be accepted. Deadline for reservations is noon the day prior to the clinic date. 

Meet at the parking lot for the "bubble" at Lake Yankton - Boat launch next to Chief White Crane State Recreation Area.

Evening Ranger Talk

Join a park ranger from Missouri National Recreational River for an evening talk to learn more about the Missouri River, its resources, history, and more. Topics for the Summer 2025 season include birds and their feathers, geology of the Missouri River, outdoor recreati......More

Join a park ranger from Missouri National Recreational River for an evening talk to learn more about the Missouri River, its resources, history, and more. Topics for the Summer 2025 season include birds and their feathers, geology of the Missouri River, outdoor recreation and campfire safety, fish adaptations, and more!Talks will be held at one of the South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks campground near Yankton, SD, including Lewis and Clark Recreation Area, Chief White Crane Recreation Area, or Pierson Ranch Recreation Area. 

Kayak Float on the Missouri River

Kayak the Missouri River with the National Park Service and Ponca State Park. Starting from the Ponca North Unit and float roughly 8 river miles. Ages 12 and up are welcome! Participants must be intermediate to experienced kayakers. Call 402-755-2284 to register. ...More

Kayak the Missouri River with the National Park Service and Ponca State Park. Starting from the Ponca North Unit and float roughly 8 river miles. Ages 12 and up are welcome! Participants must be intermediate to experienced kayakers. Call 402-755-2284 to register. 

Ponca State Park

Evening Ranger Talk

Join a park ranger from Missouri National Recreational River for an evening talk to learn more about the Missouri River, its resources, history, and more. Topics for the Summer 2025 season include birds and their feathers, geology of the Missouri River, outdoor recreati......More

Join a park ranger from Missouri National Recreational River for an evening talk to learn more about the Missouri River, its resources, history, and more. Topics for the Summer 2025 season include birds and their feathers, geology of the Missouri River, outdoor recreation and campfire safety, fish adaptations, and more!Talks will be held at the campfire pit at Clay County Park Campground. 

Clay County Park Campground

Kayak Clinic

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every Wednesday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 11 through September 3. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane St......More

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every Wednesday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 11 through September 3. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane State Recreation Area off Toe Road, near the “bubble”.Kayaking is increasing in popularity and the National Park Service wants people to learn to paddle safely. The minimum age requirement to be in a kayak alone is 10 years old. Minimum age to attend is 5 and children ages 5-9 must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak. No prior paddling experience is required. These clinics provide an introduction to kayaking for visitors to learn basic paddling skills and critical safety information. Fun activities on the water will follow the instruction!Kayaks, equipment, and personal floatation devices (PFDs) are provided. Bring sunscreen, water, and clothes and shoes that can get wet. Enrollment for the clinic is limited and reservations are required. To reserve a spot please call the MNRR office at (605) 665-0209 extension 21. First 12 that sign up will be accepted. Deadline for reservations is noon the day prior to the clinic date. 

Meet at the parking lot for the "bubble" at Lake Yankton - Boat launch next to Chief White Crane State Recreation Area.

Evening Ranger Talk

Join a park ranger from Missouri National Recreational River for an evening talk to learn more about the Missouri River, its resources, history, and more. Topics for the Summer 2025 season include birds and their feathers, geology of the Missouri River, outdoor recreati......More

Join a park ranger from Missouri National Recreational River for an evening talk to learn more about the Missouri River, its resources, history, and more. Topics for the Summer 2025 season include birds and their feathers, geology of the Missouri River, outdoor recreation and campfire safety, fish adaptations, and more!Talks will be held at one of the South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks campground near Yankton, SD, including Lewis and Clark Recreation Area, Chief White Crane Recreation Area, or Pierson Ranch Recreation Area. 

Evening Ranger Talk

Join a park ranger from Missouri National Recreational River for an evening talk to learn more about the Missouri River, its resources, history, and more. Topics for the Summer 2025 season include birds and their feathers, geology of the Missouri River, outdoor recreati......More

Join a park ranger from Missouri National Recreational River for an evening talk to learn more about the Missouri River, its resources, history, and more. Topics for the Summer 2025 season include birds and their feathers, geology of the Missouri River, outdoor recreation and campfire safety, fish adaptations, and more!Talks will be held at the campfire pit at Clay County Park Campground. 

Clay County Park Campground

Kayak Clinic

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every other Sunday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 22 through August 31. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane S......More

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every other Sunday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 22 through August 31. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane State Recreation Area off Toe Road, near the “bubble”.Kayaking is increasing in popularity and the National Park Service wants people to learn to paddle safely. The minimum age requirement to be in a kayak alone is 10 years old. Minimum age to attend is 5 and children ages 5-9 must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak. No prior paddling experience is required. These clinics provide an introduction to kayaking for visitors to learn basic paddling skills and critical safety information. Fun activities on the water will follow the instruction!Kayaks, equipment, and personal floatation devices (PFDs) are provided. Bring sunscreen, water, and clothes and shoes that can get wet. Enrollment for the clinic is limited and reservations are required. To reserve a spot please call the MNRR office at (605) 665-0209 extension 21. First 12 that sign up will be accepted. Deadline for reservations is noon the day prior to the clinic date. 

Meet at the parking lot for the "bubble" at Lake Yankton - Boat launch next to Chief White Crane State Recreation Area.

Kayak Clinic

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every Wednesday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 11 through September 3. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane St......More

The Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) is offering free kayaking clinics this summer every Wednesday from 9 AM to 12 PM beginning June 11 through September 3. The clinics will take place on Lake Yankton at the non-motorized boat launch near Chief White Crane State Recreation Area off Toe Road, near the “bubble”.Kayaking is increasing in popularity and the National Park Service wants people to learn to paddle safely. The minimum age requirement to be in a kayak alone is 10 years old. Minimum age to attend is 5 and children ages 5-9 must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak. No prior paddling experience is required. These clinics provide an introduction to kayaking for visitors to learn basic paddling skills and critical safety information. Fun activities on the water will follow the instruction!Kayaks, equipment, and personal floatation devices (PFDs) are provided. Bring sunscreen, water, and clothes and shoes that can get wet. Enrollment for the clinic is limited and reservations are required. To reserve a spot please call the MNRR office at (605) 665-0209 extension 21. First 12 that sign up will be accepted. Deadline for reservations is noon the day prior to the clinic date. 

Meet at the parking lot for the "bubble" at Lake Yankton - Boat launch next to Chief White Crane State Recreation Area.