White Swan Township near Pickstown in Charles Mix County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Fort Randall Eagle Roost
October 21, 2023
1. Fort Randall Eagle Roost Marker
Registered Natural Landmark
Under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1935 this site possesses exceptional value in illustrating the natural history of the United States
U.S. Department of the Interior
National Park Service
1970
Erected 1970 by U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Animals. In addition, it is included in the National Natural Landmarks series list.
Location. 43° 3.343′ N, 98° 33.014′ W. Marker is near Pickstown, South Dakota, in Charles Mix County. It is in White Swan Township. It is on Power House Drive. Located at the overlook above the fishing area at the Fort Randall Dam. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lake Andes SD 57356, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in East River. It is also in the American Lewis & Clark Corridor, on the prairies, and on the Northern Plains. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once Ruperts Land and also the Louisiana Purchase.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Fort Randall Area (a few steps from this marker); Missouri River (a few steps from this marker); A Gathering Place for Eagles (within shouting distance of this marker); Welcome to Randall Creek Recreation Area (approx. 0.3 miles away); Supply & Demand
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Also see . . . Fort Randall Eagle Roost - National Natural Landmarks (U.S. National Park Service).
Excerpt: "Located on the Missouri River, the Fort Randall Eagle Roost is a prime winter roosting area for bald and golden eagles."(Submitted on October 24, 2023.)
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2. Fort Randall Eagle Roost Marker
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3. Fort Randall Eagle Roost Marker
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4. Fort Randall Eagle Roost Marker, from the east
Credits. This page was last revised on March 8, 2025. It was originally submitted on October 24, 2023. This page has been viewed 220 times since then and 19 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on October 24, 2023.
