Cleghorn Springs Hatchery

Cleghorn Springs State Fish Hatchery in Rapid City, South Dakota, has been producing trout and salmon for stocking throughout the state since 1928. With over 100,000 pounds of fish raised annually, the hatchery plays a vital role in maintaining fish populations due to high fishing pressure and limited natural reproduction.

Visitors can explore interpretive signs for self-guided tours and learn about the hatchery's operations, which utilize 6,000,000 gallons of 52-degree spring water daily. While public viewing of fish is not available, large group tours can be arranged in advance to experience the hatchery's conservation efforts firsthand.

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