South Scatterwood Lake is located in Faulk County, South Dakota. The lake is surrounded by grassland and features wetlands with cattails. In dry years, mudflats may be exposed around the shoreline.

The lake is a paradise for bird watchers and paddlers alike. You can witness spectacular flocks of Snow Geese, often numbering up to half a million birds during spring migration. Keep an eye out for Ross' Geese mixed in with the Snow Geese. Other notable bird species include Bald Eagles, Chestnut-collared Longspurs, Upland Sandpipers, Bobolinks, Western Meadowlarks, Ferruginous Hawks, wading birds, herons, egrets, and various shorebirds. During migration periods, warblers also grace the area with their presence.

For the best variety of bird species, explore the roads and trails around the entire perimeter of South Scatterwood Lake. The lake is rated as Class I, with calm waters suitable for paddlers of all skill levels.

May is a particularly enchanting time to listen for the songs of Sprague's Pipits in the surrounding grasslands. These birds tend to become quiet in June during nesting season but may resume their melodies in July.

While specific access points aren't detailed here, there are roads and trails that provide access around the lake's perimeter.

The lake experiences seasonal variations, with spring migration being a prime time to observe large numbers of waterfowl. March through October are the best months for birding and paddling to observe wildlife.

As with any body of water, standard paddling precautions should be observed, though no specific safety hazards are known for this lake.