Falls Park along the Big Sioux River in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

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Falls Park

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Stroll along the grass-lined paths to Sioux Falls' star attraction – its rambling namesake waterfall – at this picturesque park. Popular with amorous couples, it has a perfectly placed cafe and plenty of scenic overlooks and picnic tables. Visit between mid-November and mid-January and it becomes a winter wonderland with 355,000 twinkling lights.


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