Roads Be careful and slow down when driving on gravel roads, especially in wet or snowy condi- tions. A few of the trail’s many gravel roads may be impass- able when muddy or snow-covered. Check with local contacts if in doubt. Less-traveled gravel roads pro- vide great birding.


Vehicle trails Many of the trail’s state game production areas (GPAs) and federal wildlife produc- tion areas (WPAs) have rough roads. It is recommend- ed you walk rather than attempt to drive on these dirt roads. Please respect “No vehicles beyond this point” signs.


Multiple use


Although northeastern South


Dakota has an abundance of public land, be aware of and considerate of others. Site contacts can pro- vide specific information about hunting or other activities at locations you plan to visit.


Weather can change quickly in South Dakota. Be prepared with outerwear suitable to the season. Plan to include insect repellent for summer birding.


Parks An entrance license is required at all state


parks and state recreation areas. All offer picnic areas and toilets. All except Sica Hollow offer camp- ing. Most offer comfort stations with running water.


Don’t forget to watch for good places to pull over and bird as you drive between the trail hot spots. There are many such places. Set the brake before you exit your car.


Yellow Warbler South Dakota Tourism and State Development


Rivers and streams course through the region, providing protective riparian habitat for dozens of species. You will also find deciduous and coniferous woodlands and numerous marshes and wetlands. Hundreds of miles of shoreline offer choices of rock, gravel, or muddy edges. Look for woodland songbirds, marsh birds and shorebirds in these habitats. Watch for raptors soaring over all.


Situated on the overlapping Central and Mississippi migratory flyways, the Glacial Lakes and Prairies region of South Dakota hosts millions of migrating birds each spring and fall.


Welcome to northeastern South Dakota. Good birding!


Log onto travelsd.com for links to current bird sightings, lodging, food and travel information. www.sdglaciallakes.com 1-800-244-8860


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