Falls Park is the historic birthplace of Sioux Falls, and the city exists because land speculators who staked town site claims here in 1856 came in search of the cascades after hearing of their beauty and power. The falls on the Big Sioux River have long held a powerful allure, and the city promises to maintain this natural wonder as an accessible, beautiful, and safe place where residents and visitors can experience its scenic splendor in every season.