Falls Park in central Sioux Falls covers 123 acres. This park holds 7,400 gallons of water and includes an observation tower, outdoor shelter, Winter Wonderland houses, and many holiday decorations each year.
Summer hours for Falls Park keep it open from 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. However, one thing is very strict: people cannot consume alcohol here in Falls Park.
weekend highlights
Located in South Dakota, Sioux Falls is a fascinating place to spend a great weekend. There is plenty to do and in the closest proximity is Palisades State Park. There are maintained cleanliness and walkable areas, plus local basketball and hockey teams to sell their games. However, remember to play on cooler sands.
do not miss
Walking through the city, Sioux Falls allows you to walk through Downtown to Serene Park and back to the East Bank. The city is clean as a dream and has cutting-edge restaurants that offer the best breweries, such as CH Patisserie. You can sample beers on the Midwest patio at Hit Monks House.
driving laws
- The maximum speed limit is 80 mph. On highways, the speed limit is 55 to 80 mph, with the exception of urban areas near Rapid City, Sioux Falls, and North Sioux City.
- South Dakota is also strict about wearing seat belts for infants.
- Drivers must slow down at least 20 mph from their speed limit on two-lane highways, but drivers on interstates must merge into the far lane and motorists must slow down for the vehicle to pass with flashing yellow or amber lights.
- Motorists must be over 18 years of age and must wear a safety helmet and even the passenger must wear eye protection devices.
- No parking rules are a must, such as no parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant, in front of a private or public driveway, 20 feet from an intersection or crosswalk, 30 feet from any stop sign, flashing signal or traffic signal. .
- Other places where it indicates parking is prohibited.
Remember that violations of South Dakota parking laws are punishable by tickets and if you pay the parking ticket, your insurance rates are safe.
Transportation
- The nearest station is Webber (East Side) and it takes 9 minutes on foot, while Weber 4th Se Corner takes 12 minutes on foot and 6th Kilian College takes 15 minutes on foot.
- By road, take Minnesota Avenue North to 6th Street, turn east and after 3 blocks go to Philips Avenue. Turn north and follow the road to Falls Park. The parking center is on your left in the first lot.
attraction points
Queen Bee Mill
This is a seven-story building that is still the brainchild of Richard Pettigrew. He purchased this land and built this art mill structure that processes about 1500 bushels each day, but was closed in 1883 due to lack of wheat supply and water power.
winter wonderland
There are impressive lights in the park every year from mid-November to mid-January. This attraction should not be missed.
There are many permanent sculptures throughout the park, as well as rotating sculptural pieces.
outdoor park shelter
This is the Farmers’ Market home available for special events and large picnics.
