Big Sioux River Greenway Cleanup: Volunteer Opportunities

The 2026 Big Sioux River Greenway Cleanup, the largest litter-removal event in Sioux Falls, took place on Saturday, April 25. Over 492 volunteers participated in removing 4,520 pounds of litter from the trails and banks along the river.

This event represents a wonderful opportunity to give back, celebrate our community, and keep our waterways clean. Each year, tons of trash are removed from the greenways — but we can’t do it without you.

The 2027 event is tentatively scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 24. Early registration will be available on this page in early 2027.

Check-In Stations 

1. Falls Park (701 N Weber Ave)
   • Tent near Queen Bee Mill
2. Beadle Greenway Park (824 E 14th St) 
   • Beadle Greenway Shelter
3. Rotary Park (2408 E 26th St)
   • West Picnic Shelter
4. Yankton Trail Park (3901 S Minnesota Ave)
   • Tent at Yankton Trail Park Soccer Field 12
5. Sertoma Park (4300 S Oxbow Ave)
   • Sertoma Park Large Picnic Shelter
6. Legacy Park (7001 W 12th St)
   • Tents next to restrooms off W. 12^th St.
7. Elmwood Park (2804 W Bailey St)
   • Elmwood Park Picnic Shelter