- D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery423 Hatchery Circle Spearfish, SD 57783-2643
Spanning 10 acres, the entire hatchery site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Ponds, rock walls, water systems and buildings contribute to the site’s historic significance. Although many alterations have been made on the site over the years, each change tells a story about hatchery operations.
Two hiking trails outline the boundaries of the hatchery site and serve as firebreaks. The trails offer scenic overlooks of the grounds and take you to historic sites such as reservoirs and the mort pit.
Visitors can get up close and personal with brown and rainbow trout by feeding them from above or watching them through the underwater viewing windows. Visitors can feed the fish 365 days a year, as the grounds are open from dawn to dusk.
Driving DirectionsFrom I-90 Interstate: Take Exit 12 and travel west on Jackson Blvd, turn left on Canyon Street and continue south six blocks to the hatchery parking area located in City Park adjacent to the fish hatchery.
From Spearfish Canyon: Hwy 14A – Turn left at the stoplight on Colorado Blvd, then left on Hudson St, then turn left on Canyon Street and drive six blocks to City Park. NOTE: Spearfish Canyon via Winterville Road to Canyon Street is closed to thru traffic during summer months.
Museum, Fish Rail Car, Booth House, Nature Store7 days a week, mid-May through September9am - 6pm Please note: Because the Hatchery’s attractions operate with the help of local and traveling volunteers, hours may vary or be shortened without notice.Hatchery GroundsYear-roundDawn to dusk.
