Goldsmith (Brookings)
Goldsmith (Brookings)
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Lake Goldsmith in Brookings County, South Dakota
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Lake Goldsmith is a 290-acre natural lake in Brookings County, South Dakota, located approximately two miles from the city of Volga and just ten minutes west of Brookings along U.S. Highway 14. Featuring two miles of shoreline and reaching a maximum depth of nine feet, this shallow prairie lake is characterized by its gentle contours and diverse wildlife habitat. The watershed surrounding the lake consists primarily of agricultural cropland, creating a quintessential eastern South Dakota landscape where farming heritage meets outdoor recreation. A wooded area with an extended beach along the southern end of the lake provides scenic beauty and habitat for abundant wildlife, including large populations of American White Pelicans, Great Blue Herons, and egrets that can be spotted year-round. The lake features a public boat launch with easy access for anglers and boaters, making it a convenient destination for local residents and visitors exploring the region's natural lake system. Lake Goldsmith is part of a network of quality fishing lakes in the area, with nearby Lake Poinsett located 14 miles to the northwest, Lake Campbell 12 miles to the southeast, and undeveloped Lake Sinai also within the vicinity.
Lake Goldsmith is actively managed and stocked by South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks, supporting diverse fish populations that make it an excellent year-round fishing destination for anglers of all skill levels. The lake is particularly noted for its populations of Walleye, Northern Pike, Yellow Perch, Bluegill, Black Bullhead, and Saugeye, with fishing success peaking during spring and fall seasons when cooler water temperatures increase fish activity. Beyond the lake itself, the greater Volga and Brookings County area offers numerous attractions for visitors, including the Brookings County Historical Museum in Volga's City Park, which showcases pioneer history through vintage farm equipment displays, the Trygve Trooien Horse-Drawn Museum, a 19th-century one-room schoolhouse, and historic log cabins. The nine-hole Meadow Creek Golf Course features natural prairie and wetland topography just south of Volga, while Schadé Vineyard winery offers tastings and tours west of town. Approximately ten miles northwest lies Oakwood Lakes State Park with full camping facilities, and the city of Brookings provides additional amenities including McCrory Gardens, the South Dakota Art Museum, the Children's Museum of South Dakota, downtown shopping and dining, and South Dakota State University campus attractions, all easily accessible for day trips from Lake Goldsmith.
Dimensions:
Small: 8"x12"
Medium: 12"x18"
Large: 16"x24"
Extra Large: 20"x30"
XX Large: 24"x36"
Gigantic 30"x45"
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About our Maps
Every map is designed and built in Minnesota. Nothing is outsourced and nothing is imported.
- Designed in-house. All art files are created by me, not purchased or reused
- True layered 3D construction. Not engraved or printed
- More layers, more detail. Most competitors use 3 to 7 layers. These use 8 or 15 layers
- Original blue depth gradient. Light to dark blue shows water depth clearly
- Handmade hardwood frames. Built from locally sourced rough sawn lumber, not pre-made frames
These are built to be the most accurate and most detailed 3D lake maps available.
Horn Dog Maps vs Others
True layered 3D construction
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: Sometimes
Designed in-house (no purchased files)
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Made in Minnesota
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Number of layers
Horn Dog Maps: 8 or 15
Other Companies: 3 to 7
Etsy Sellers: 3 to 7
Blue depth gradient water
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Handmade hardwood frame included
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Uses multiple depth data sources
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Custom lakes without delays
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Connection to the lakes
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these actually 3D or just engraved?
These are true 3D layered maps.
- Made from 1/8 inch Baltic birch
- Standard maps have 8 layers. 1 land layer and 7 water layers
- HD maps have 15 layers. 1 land layer and 14 water layers
Each water layer uses a light to dark blue gradient so depth changes are easy to see.
Where are these made?
Everything is made in my shop in Minnesota.
- Design
- Cutting
- Painting
- Assembly
- Frame building
The frames start as locally sourced rough sawn hardwood and are built from scratch.
Do you use real depth data?
Yes, as an angler and map nerd, accuracy matters to me. I use multiple data sources, up to six, to find the most accurate lake contours available.
I would not hang an inaccurate map in my house and I will not send one to yours.
Why buy from Horn Dog Maps instead of Etsy or marketplace sellers?
Most marketplace sellers:
- Buy pre-made cut files, often from overseas
- Have no connection to the lakes
- Cannot verify accuracy
- Have long delays if a file is not available
This leads to lower accuracy and longer lead times, often 6 to 8 weeks.
Because I design everything myself:
- I can create a new lake mockup in about 30 minutes
- You get a more accurate map, faster
What is your lead time?
Most orders ship in 1.5 to 2 weeks depending on the time of year.
Tell me about the Cribbage Boards
These are different from the layered maps and are not something you will find elsewhere.
- Made from a solid piece of Maple or Cherry
- The lake is engraved as if drained
- Then filled with blue tinted epoxy that is still transparent
You can see:
- Channels
- Humps
- Points
- Structure
Additional features:
- 2 or 3 track options
- Choice of peg colors
- Hidden peg storage with a magnetic dovetail slider
- Rubber feet so it does not slide on the table
It is a functional game board and a detailed lake model in one.