D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery and Archives provides many exciting visitor opportunities, as well as gives back to the local communities.
Open to the public, D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery and Archives welcomes visitors to the historic hatchery and museum for an educational closeup view of the fish production process.
With over 145,000 visitors annually, the dedicated staff and volunteer hosts at the Visitor Center and Museum bring the hatchery experience alive with educational hatchery and museum tours and exhibits. Educational programs/tours are provided for the public and school groups during business hours.
Some of the many exciting recreational, cultural, and educational opportunities are:
- Museum tours
- Underwater fish viewing
- Fish feeding
- Fish ponds
- Picnic/playground area
- Birdwatching
- Photography
- Hiking/nature trails
- Fish Culture Hall of Fame
- National Fishery Artifacts and
- Records Center
- Special events
- Gift shop
- Fishing in Spearfish Creek
- Replica Fish Car Exhibit
- Yellowstone Boat
Come join the hatchery staff and volunteers for year-round festivities and celebrations! D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery and Archives hosts an array of public events, including:
- December Holiday Celebration
- Spearfish Holiday Enchantment
- National Fish Culture Hall of Fame
- Induction Ceremonies
- D.C. Booth Day
- National Fishing Week
- Family Creek Fair
- National Wildlife Refuge Week
D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery and Archives is located adjacent to Spearfish City Park and City Campground. Combine a trip to D.C. Booth with attending Spearfish's famous Passion Play from June through August, enjoying vaudeville-style productions at the 1902 Matthews Opera House, or touring the High Plains Heritage Center Museum. Come prepared for a day of fun!
