Lake Poinsett (South Dakota) - Lake Poinsett Sd

Lake Poinsett is one of the largest lakes in the state of South Dakota.

The lake is located northeast of the town of Arlington, South Dakota. It has the name of the U. S. Secretary of War, Joel Poinsett. In 1838, the area was first visited by the expedition of Joseph Nicollet and 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 census-designated place of Lake Poinsett.

See alsoEdit

Ice Fishing on Lake Poinsett SD 2013 -

• List of lakes in South Dakota
• List of lakes of the United States

ReferencesEdit

South Dakota Oakwood Lakes - Poinsett (RCWP 20). Source : www.water.ncsu.edu

External linksEdit

South Dakota Waterfront Property in Brookings, Madison, Lake .... Source : www.lakehomesusa.com

• Lake Poinsett Recreational Area
• Lake Poinsett Bar & Restaurant
• Arlington Beach Resort
• Lake Poinsett Cabin Rentals

South Dakota Oakwood Lakes - Poinsett (RCWP 20). Source : www.water.ncsu.edu