Lake Cochrane Recreation Area

04/13/2026

Our sister park is hiring! ☀️🌿
Not based at Lake Cochrane, but still part of our team—apply below 👇

We’re gearing up for summer and looking for awesome people to join our team! 🌿☀️
Spend your days outdoors, meet great people, and be part of something fun.

Apply today: https://css-stateofsouthdako-prd.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/Jobs/form/JobPosting%5BJobPostingSet%5D%281,34186,1%29.JobPostingDisplay?navigation=JobPosting%5BJobPostingSet%5D%281,34186,1%29.JobPostingDisplayNav&csk.JobBoard=EXTERNAL&csk.HROrganization=1

02/12/2026

Don't miss out! Order your South Dakota State Park Entrance License online by March 15 and receive a free, limited-edition America 250 – Make Your History sticker.

The sticker will be included with every State Park Entrance License purchased online through Go Outdoors South Dakota by March 15, 2026. South Dakota residents—log in to your account to see resident pricing and license options!

02/04/2026

This is a great program in the area with lots of great partners! Be sure to check it out!

🎨🦆 It’s back! 🦆🎨
Our Junior Duck Stamp Contest Program is returning, and this year we’re partnering with the Redlin Art Center!

Students will explore the connection between art, waterfowl, and conservation in a setting that celebrates Terry Redlin’s deep love for wildlife and the outdoors. We can’t wait to inspire young artists once again!

Register Here: http://license.gooutdoorssouthdakota.com/Event/ViewEvent.aspx?id=235042

📍 Redlin Art Center
📅 Saturday, February 21

01/14/2026

Same mission, different park, lots of great moments!

01/05/2026

A little winter exploring is happening down the road that is perfect for tiny adventurers! ❄️

❄️ January Toddler Trek ❄️
There’s something special about watching toddlers explore the winter world! On Tuesday, January 13, join us with your tiny adventurers for a snowy walk, where we will make tracks and creations in the snow, and wind down with a cozy winter story together. A simple, playful way to enjoy the season. ❄️🤍

12/17/2025

Check out this awesome event right down the road!

Join us for a free, hands-on fishing rod building workshop hosted in partnership with Codington County Veterans Services. 🎣🇺🇸 Veterans will receive step-by-step instruction and all materials needed to build their own 6½-foot, medium-action, 100% graphite spinning rod. This class is made possible thanks to free will donations from the Hook Em’ With Heroes event this summer and a generous donation from Sea of Goodwill. Space is limited.

Register here: http://license.gooutdoorssouthdakota.com/Event/ViewEvent.aspx?id=234063

12/05/2025

📸 We Need Your Photos! 📸
Lake Cochrane friends — we’re looking to refresh our Facebook cover photo and profile picture, and we’d love to feature your shots of the park! 🌿🌅⛺

If you’ve captured a great moment on the lake, along the trail, at the campground, or anywhere in the park, drop your favorite photos in the comments below! 👇

You just might see your picture featured on our page! 🏞️

12/03/2025

🎁 Don’t miss out!
There’s still time to get your Park Entrance License Holiday Bundles delivered in time for Christmas — but the deadline is approaching fast!
To ensure holiday delivery, place your order by 5 p.m. this Friday. Bundles are online only and available while supplies last. 🌲✨

12/01/2025

🎉 That’s a wrap on our 10-Day Lake Cochrane Trivia Game! 🎉
Thank you so much to everyone who played along! 🏞️🧠

🥇 Grand prize winner: Sheila K. — we’ll be reaching out shortly with prize details!
📬 And to all our daily prize winners, your prizes will be mailed out later this week!

Thanks again for joining in the fun! Keep following along on our page for more updates at the park! 🙌