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Beaver Creek Nature Area
Welcome sign for Beaver Creek Nature Area
Map showing the location of Beaver Creek Nature AreaMap showing the location of Beaver Creek Nature Area
Location Minnehaha, South Dakota, United States
Coordinates 43°33′29″N 96°32′30″W / 43.55817°N 96.54161°W / 43.55817; -96.54161
Area 165 acres (67 ha)
Established 1967
Governing body South Dakota Department of Game, Fish, and Parks

Beaver Creek Nature Area is a nature area in Minnehaha County, South Dakota in the United States. It is located along Beaver Creek, a tributary of Split Rock Creek,[1] just east of Sioux Falls. Birdwatching, fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling are popular activities within this area. Wildlife found in the area include: Bald eagle, White-tailed deer, Coyote, Beaver, and many song birds and waterfowl.[2]

  1. ^ "Geographic Names Information System".
  2. ^ "Beaver Creek Nature Area | South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks". gfp.sd.gov. Retrieved June 22, 2018.