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Motels often offer free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. The term “motel” was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

Visitors like De Smet for its waterparks. Enjoy all there is to see and do in this family-friendly area while you’re out sightseeing. Parks and outdoorsy places nearby include Washington Park and Lake Thompson Recreation Area. To learn more about local history, take some time at Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial and Ingalls Homestead. Other places worth a visit include De Smet Depot Museum and Kingsbury County Court House.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in De Smet to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 23°F. The snowiest months in De Smet are March, January, April, and February, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of snowfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around De Smet to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Huron, SD (HON-Huron Regional), which is located 33.3 mi (53.5 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Watertown, SD (ATY-Watertown Regional), which is 41.7 mi (67.1 km) away. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.