About White Lake
2020 Community of the Year
Our history, places of worship, education, recreation and more.
History
After the first railroad tracks were laid through the future site of the community, White Lake was formed when pioneer John Hanten originally platted the town in 1882. In the next few years, homesteaders were pouring into the area to make their claims. establish new businesses, start their families, and form a city government. South Dakota became a state soon thereafter in 1889.
Our town was named after the large natural lake north of town.
Worship
- St. Peters Catholic Church - 605-249-2700
- Trinity Lutheran Church - 605-249-2333
- United Methodist/Presbyterian - 605-249-2410
Education
White Lake Public School - K-12
White Lake School, home of the WiLdKats, offers an award-winning education for Grades K-12.
Come cheer on the WiLdKats!
2001-2002 State Boys Track Champions
Home of Class 9A 1996, 9AA 2002 Football State Champions
Post Secondary
Only 37 miles to the east, Dakota Wesleyan University and Mitchell Technical Institute offer a wide range of collegiate, vocational, and continuing education training courses.
Honoring Our Veterans
A newer addition to White Lake is the Memorial Plaza. Located along Main Street of White Lake, this is a wonderful tribute to those who have served.
City Park
CITY PARK - kids and adults alike will enjoy our city park with acres of area to play and enjoy our South Dakota weather. Rules for the park are no cars or pets, please. The park offers a shelter for picnics, family reunions and any other type of gathering.
City Pool
Every kid (and adult) needs to cool off on the hot days and jump in the pool! White Lake's city swimming pool is open during the summer months.
For more information, please contact the City Office at 605-249-2301.
Carl Fuhr Ball Field
Baseball is America's favorite summer sport and White Lake offers a great opportunity to get active and to be a spectator.
Pictured at left is the Carl Fuhr Ball Field that has had several updates in recent years.
More Recreation Options:
- HUNTING - Many out-of-state hunters make their yearly track to White Lake to enjoy hunting South Dakota's state bird. Combine that with the cooler temps and fall colors, the experience of walking the pastures and fields of White Lake, South Dakota is an experience no one will soon forget. While pheasant hunting gets the most attention, there several other species to hunting, including duck, deer and more. To learn more about hunting, visit South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks.
- DART LEAGUE - White Lake has an active weekly dart league at local venues running September through March, leading into the State Dart Tournament
- TRAP CLUB - White Lake has a modern trap facility by the lake shore. Trap league meets Sunday evenings during the summer months
- GOLFING - Fish Lake Country Club, a lush and beautiful golf course on the scenic shores of Fish Lake, is located 17 miles east of White Lake. Visit their website: http://www.fishlakegolf.com/
- FISHING: The Missouri River is a favorite among the local residents being just 28 miles from White Lake to the east shore line. Besides the Missouri River, the White Lake region has numerous sites for the angler within easy traveling distance, from White Lake to Lake Wilmarth to secret, hidden spots in between. Ice fishing on the frozen Missouri makes for year-around sport.
Community Organizations
White Lake offers many fun ways for you to get involved!
- 4-H (Aurora Co. Extension)
- American Legion Auxiliary
- Athletic Boosters
- Cemetery Association
- St. Peter's Cemetery
- White Lake City Cemetery
- Commercial Club
- Dart League: The Last Call - White Lake
- General Federal Women's Club
- Music Boosters
- Red Hat Ladies
- White Lake Pink Ladies
Don't see your organization or club?
Contact the City Office at 605-249-2301