Madison

Madison, South Dakota is surrounded by lakes, rich history, wide open spaces and clear blue skies. The areas surrounding Lake Madison and Lake Herman provide a variety of activities both on the water and off. Fishing is a year-round event in Madison. Whether it’s under the warm summer sun or the cold winter ice, the surrounding lakes offer a variety of species for catching. You’ll find exceptional fishing for walleye, crappie, perch, bullhead and northern pike. Both public and private hunting land is accessible. If you’re looking for a guided hunt, several lodges and guide services are available.

Campgrounds provide a beautiful setting for pitching a tent or sleeping under the stars. Enjoy the beautiful summer days with a round of golf, cooling off on the water or shopping with friends. If you’re looking for indoor fun, visit our full-service community center, an art studio or museum.

You will truly enjoy the shopping experience presented by historic downtown Madison. When visiting Madison, you will find everything and anything, from antiques to boutiques and bookstores to bakeries. What you won’t find are endless parking lots, warehouses of merchandise and crowds hustling to get to the bottom of their shopping lists. Enjoy shopping as it was meant to be, while taking a relaxing stroll through many unique shops.

Depot Railroad Museum

The Depot Railroad Museum commemorates the early railway systems that helped to shape and fortify Madison. The Madison Chamber of Commerce and Community Room is located at the Historic Depot.…

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Things to Do in Madison

Smith-Zimmermann Heritage Museum

The collection at the Smith-Zimmerman Museum primarily reflects the ethnic groups who settled Lake County.…

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Lake Herman State Park

Lake Herman State Park is located on a peninsula of the 1,350-acre Lake Herman, and…

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Prairie Village at Madison South Dakota

Madison's Prairie Village is a living history museum created from turn-of-the-century buildings moved from around…

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Walker’s Point Recreation Area

Tucked along the shore of Lake Madison, this small but complete park meets the many…

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Madison Country Club

The Madison Country Club is located just west of Madison near Prairie Village and Lake…

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John C. Green Art Gallery

A lifelong resident of the Madison, South Dakota area, John C. Green has earned recognition…

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