Pierre, South Dakota

Pierre is the capital of South Dakota. Located at the center of the state, it covers 13 sq mi (33.7 sq km) and has a population of 14,000 people (2011 estimate). The city is located on the Missouri River, 1,453 ft (442 m) above sea level.

Pierre, South Dakota
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Pierre began as a US Army military installation, Fort Pierre, which was named after French Canadian fur trader Pierre Chouteau Jr. Founded in 1880, it was selected to be the capital of South Dakota in 1889.

Visiting Pierre

Despite being the state capital, Pierre is a distance from the nearest Interstate highway. It is served by US Highway 83, which connects with the I-90 35 miles to the south. From the I-90, take Exit 212 at Vivian and head north on US Highway 83, passing through Fort Pierre National Grassland before arriving at the city.

Places of Interest in Pierre

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