Camping in South Dakota
Discover 48 state parks offering camping in South Dakota
🏕️ Camping in South Dakota State Parks at a Glance
- Reservation fee: $0 online for residents; $6 for phone/call-center reservations; $10 per-site non-refundable fee for non-residents
- RV hookups: RV/electric (modern) sites available; +$7 electrical fee; reserve with camper dimensions
- Pets: Allowed but must be leashed at all times on a leash no longer than 10 feet
- Firewood: Do not bring out-of-state firewood; wood from Emerald Ash Borer quarantine areas prohibited unless certified EAB-treated; parks sell firewood on-site
- Good to know: Custer State Park is the key exception: books 1 year ahead (vs. 90 days statewide) with higher fees; non-residents pay a $10 per-site reservation fee residents don't.
Official agency: South Dakota Game, Fish & Parks (GFP)
Booking windows, fees and rules shown as of June 2026 and change periodically — always confirm current details on the official reservation portal above before booking.
South Dakota State Parks with Camping
Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve
Angostura Recreation Area
Bear Butte State Park
Big Sioux Recreation Area
Burke Lake Recreation Area
Buryanek Recreation Area
Chief White Crane Recreation Area
Cow Creek Recreation Area
Custer State Park
Farm Island Recreation Area
Fisher Grove State Park
Fort Sisseton Historic State Park
Good Earth State Park
Hartford Beach State Park
Indian Creek Recreation Area
Lake Alvin Recreation Area
Lake Cochrane Recreation Area
Lake Herman State Park
Lake Hiddenwood Recreation Area
Lake Louise Recreation Area
Lake Poinsett State Park
Lake Vermillion Recreation Area
Llewellyn Johns Recreation Area
Mina Lake Recreation Area
Newton Hills State Park
North Wheeler Recreation Area
Oahe Downstream Recreation Area
Oakwood Lakes State Park
Palisades State Park
Pease Creek Recreation Area
Pickerel Lake Recreation Area
Pierson Ranch Recreation Area
Platte Creek Recreation Area
Randall Creek Recreation Area
Revheim Bay Recreation Area
Richmond Lake Recreation Area
Roy Lake State Park
Sandy Shore Recreation Area
Shadehill Recreation Area
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area
Sica Hollow State Park
Snake Creek Recreation Area
Springfield Recreation Area
Stockade Lake Campground
Swan Creek Recreation Area
Union Grove State Park
West Bend Recreation Area
West Pollock Recreation Area
❓ Camping in South Dakota — FAQ
How far ahead can I book South Dakota state park campsites?
You can reserve South Dakota state park campsites 90 days in advance via Go Outdoors South Dakota. Booking windows change periodically, so confirm on the official reservation portal before planning. (As of June 2026.)
How much does camping cost in South Dakota state parks?
Nightly campsite fees in South Dakota state parks typically run $16–$34, depending on site type (tent vs. RV/full-hookup), season and residency. Exact rates are shown at booking.
How long can I stay at a South Dakota state park campground?
The maximum stay is 14 consecutive nights at any one state park area. Confirm current limits with the official agency before your trip.