D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery, established in 1896, is one of the oldest operating hatcheries in the United States dedicated to fish culture and resource management. It serves as a cultural and educational resource, raising and stocking trout in regional federal waters, and is the only hatchery in the National Fish Hatchery System designated as historic within its name. The hatchery, located in Spearfish, South Dakota, receives over 180,000 visitors annually who can explore the fisheries museum, replica fish rail car, and historic superintendent's house, as well as enjoy the grounds, nature trails, and fish viewing.
The hatchery is also home to the National Fish Aquatic Conservation Archives, which serves the entire Fish and Aquatic Conservation program for the U.S. Fish Wildlife Service. Admission to the hatchery grounds is free, and visitors are welcome to stroll the grounds from dawn to dusk any day of the year. Tours of the historic buildings are available during the summer season, providing interpretive tours from knowledgeable volunteers.
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