Brookings Rgnl (BKX)
Private Jet Charter

When you fly to a jet charter airport in Brookings, South Dakota, you’re transported to a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re a casual walker, an experienced mountain biker, an expert angler or all of the above, you’ll find what you’re looking for in Brookings. 

Situated in the northeastern quadrant of South Dakota, Brookings is home to the stunning McCrory Gardens. Here, you’re free to stroll 70 acres of nature and experience the Instagram-worthy botanical garden and arboretum. Want to learn a little bit more about everything you’re seeing, hearing and smelling? Be sure to stop by the education and visitor center before you start your McCrory Gardens stroll. 

Ready to turn up the volume on outdoor adventure? Head to Dakota Nature Park next. Here, you’re free to tackle nature on your own terms. The multipurpose park, formerly a city landfill, is full of biking trails, some of the state’s best bird-watching, incredible fishing ponds and relaxing paddles on the water in rented kayaks and canoes. If you need to rent gear for your stop at Dakota Nature Park, visit the Larson Nature Centre. This conveniently-located center is your one-stop shop for all rentals and recreation opportunities in Dakota Nature Park.

For cyclists looking for a punishing trek in South Dakota, be sure to stop by the Single Track and Pump Park. The park features three tracks all with different skill levels, making it both the perfect place for enthusiasts and young families alike.