Lake Poinsett (South Dakota)
| Lake Poinsett | |
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| Location | Hamlin / Brookings counties, near Arlington, South Dakota |
| Coordinates | 44°34′6″N 97°5′7″W / 44.56833°N 97.08528°W |
| Basin countries | United States |
Lake Poinsett is one of the largest lakes in the state of South Dakota.
The lake is located northeast of the town of
John Fremont
, who camped on the lake's north shore. Poinsett was instrumental in promoting the expedition.
Shoreside housing developments along the lake comprise the
Lake Poinsett
.
See also
- List of lakes in South Dakota
- List of lakes of the United States
References
- ^ Federal Writers' Project (1940). South Dakota place-names, v.2. University of South Dakota. p. 59.
External links
- Lake Poinsett Recreational Area
- Lake Poinsett Bar & Restaurant
- Arlington Beach Resort
- Lake Poinsett Cabin Rentals
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