Confirm our operating hours, trail status and rates before visiting
Lift tickets may be purchased online or onsite. No capacity restrictions.
Equipment rental sizes are limited and only available on a ‘first come first serve’ basis – must complete waivers online ahead of your first visit
Book your lesson online well in advance – limited availability
Buy tubing tickets online to reserve your spot in a session and complete your waiver online. Children must be at least 42 inches tall. (Lazer tubing tickets must be pre-purchased).

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Make Memories At the bear!

Great Bear Recreation Park offers more than 220 acres of unlimited year-round fun and excitement just minutes away from downtown Sioux Falls, SD.

As the largest park in the Sioux Falls Parks & Recreation Department, Great Bear features winter sports activities for the whole family December through March (weather dependent).

The park is home to 14 downhill trails, a terrain park, the Kirby Family Tubing Park, and cross-country and snowshoeing trails that provide fun and excitement for all skill levels.

During the summer months, Great Bear provides the perfect setting for hiking, jogging, bird watching or enjoying a picnic on our 4-mile trail system.

Our location also provides the perfect setting for outdoor weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions and other private parties. Stop out today and experience one of South Dakota’s top natural attractions.