South Dakota campgrounds
4 campgrounds across South Dakota
Explore campgrounds across South Dakota, from public lands and forest sites to reservable parks and quieter local options. Use photos, map context, and practical signals to narrow the trip.
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Mountain country
Higher elevations, scenic trailheads, and cooler summer nights.
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Waterfront camping
Lakes, rivers, beaches, and campgrounds near water access.
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Forest retreats
Shaded sites, quiet roads, and public forest campgrounds.
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Open sky trips
Dry country, wide views, and simple sites for self-sufficient campers.
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Featured campgrounds in South Dakota
View all campgroundsGreen Island Primitive Camping
Precinct 2, SD
Green Island has five primitive tent campsites with fire rings. Two isolated tent sites on the east side of the island & three adjacent sites on the west side.
Bow Creek Primitive Camping
Yankton, SD
Primitive, Leave No Trace camping is allowed and free. Camp only in designated sites marked with brown camping signs and metal fire rings.
Elk Mountain Campground
Custer County, SD
This 64-site campground is open year round. Sites can be reserved at Two sites are handicap-accessible. Flush toilets and drinking water are available late May through September.
Goat Island Primitive Camping
Yankton, SD
Two designated tent camping only areas. The first (southern) campground area is in the process of being established. The second (northern) is targeted to be established in 2022.
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