Published on May 16, 2023
The presentation of the Adventure Park conceptual renderings was done by Kyle Treloar, founder, and Megan Kingsbury, partner, in Vanocker Development as well as Matt Fridell from Tallgrass Landscape Architecture at the May 15 meeting of the Sturgis City Council.
The 77-acre parcel on which the Adventure Park is planned is located just south of Interstate-90 exit 32 across from Scott Peterson Motors. The area is large enough for a 2- to 3-acre water feature and other amenities such as a small splash park, picnic area, concession stand, restrooms, paddle boarding, miniature golf, and open space for future growth. The budget for the facility has been set at $5.9 million.
A walking/biking path would be constructed around the perimeter of the park. After completion, the aquatic feature will contain water park structures, a zero-entry swim beach, and open water for kayaks and tubing.
This type of development is unlike any other recreational area in the Black Hills and would serve as a visitor destination. In addition, private developers would construct residential and commercial space to adjoin the park.
The city is taking comment on the designs through June 2. You can fill out the card below and bring it to city hall, mail it to Vanocker Development, 1329 Eglin St. Suite 200 #178, Rapid City, SD 57701 or email your comments to vanockerdevelopment@outlook.com
SAAP-CONCEPT PRESENTATION- FINAL PDF.pdf
Adventure Park Concept A Rendering.pdf
Adventure Park Concept B Rendering.pdf