Welcome to South Dakota state parks online. Use the
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Parks FAQs
~ Which campsites
are available for the weekend?
~ How do I make reservations?
~ How much are entrance license and camping fees?
~ I want to be a volunteer
in South Dakota state parks. How do I apply?
~ I'm replacing the windshield in my car or pickup. How do I replace
my entrance license sticker?
~ I would like a park
guide mailed to me. What should I do?
~ What is a comfort
station? When do they close for the winter?
~ I want to bring
my pet with me to the state parks. What
do I need to know?
~ How do I get a fishing or
hunting license?
~ What is the condition
of boat ramps on the Missouri River's Lake Oahe?
~ I want to visit Mount Rushmore and the Badlands. Where can I get
information on attractions across
South Dakota?
~ Do the state parks have any trails
for off-road vehicles?
~ Where can I hike, bike or
cross-country ski in state parks?
~ I
want to bring my horses along. Where can
I camp with horses? Where can I ride my horse on trails?
~ Which parks have
accessible facilities (such as
campsites, cabins or trails) for people with disabilities?
Which
campsites are available for the weekend?
View the weekend campsite availability
report. The report is updated
each week on Thursday between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends. You can also call the reservation line at (800) 710-CAMP (2267) or visit the
online reservation site at www.CampSD.com
for extended availability.
Wednesday is the last day to reserve campsites for an upcoming Friday
and/or Saturday at all parks except Custer, which requires only two days
prior.
How do I make reservations?
Call our reservation line at (800) 710-CAMP (2267) or make
reservations online at www.CampSD.com.
Learn more about reservations,
including information on cabins, group lodges and rent-a-campers.
How much are entrance license and camping fees?
There are two options for entrance licenses - an annual entrance
license (valid May to May) or daily licenses (Available per person or by
the vehicle; not available at Custer). Custer offers a seven-day temporary pass.
Camping fees vary based on the facilities available at the individual
park. Entrance fees are in addition to camping fees. See
the current entrance and camping fees.
I want to be a volunteer
in South Dakota state parks. How do I apply?
Great! South Dakota's state parks are a great place to
volunteer. There are many positions available throughout the state,
including campground hosts, maintenance, special event and program
volunteers. Visit
our
Volunteering page to see where your talents and skills best fit in
South Dakota's state parks.
I'm replacing the windshield in my car or
pickup. How do I replace my entrance license sticker?
You can replace your entrance license sticker by taking the old
license to a park and exchanging it for a new sticker. Ask the business
replacing your windshield if they can cut out that corner of your
windshield, and bring you old sticker in. Or, stop by the park office and
staff will remove it for you.
I would like a park guide
mailed to me. What should I do?
You can receive a copy of the SD Park Times by emailing us your
mailing address and request at
parkinfo@state.sd.us
or call (605) 773-3391.
What is a comfort station? When do they
close for the winter?
A comfort station is a public restroom with accessible showers. The comfort
stations are closed during the winter to keep from freezing and damaging
water lines. They usually close in late October/early November, but it all
depends on the weather at the park. They typically open up in April/May,
and all are open by Open House Weekend in May. Your best source is to
contact the individual park
directly before
your visit. Camping fees are reduced when the comfort stations are closed.
I want to bring my dog with me
to the state parks. What do I need to know?
Your pet is allowed in parks. We ask that you keep your pet
under control. Please clean up after your pet, too. We also require that
pets are kept on a leash no longer than 10 feet and that you not leave
your pet alone. Pets are allowed on trails except in designated areas.
They are not allowed on swimming beaches or in any park buildings,
including comfort stations, cabins and lodges.
How do I get a fishing or hunting license?
Visit the SD Game, Fish and Parks
licensing page to apply for your
fishing or hunting license.
What is the condition of boat
ramps on Lake Oahe's Missouri River?
Visit the
Boat Ramp
Conditions page for detailed information.
I want to visit Mount Rushmore and the Badlands.
Where can I get information on attractions across South Dakota?
South Dakota has great attractions. Visit www.TravelSD.com
to learn about South Dakota's "Great Faces, Great Places." You
can also visit www.nps.gov to learn about
national parks in South Dakota, including Mount Rushmore, the Badlands and
Wind Cave.
Do the state parks have any trails for off-road
vehicles?
There is a designated ORV area in
Oahe Downstream Recreation
Area north of Pierre. Learn more about
ORV use in SD state parks. Contact
the Black Hills National Forest for information on off-road vehicle trails
in the Black Hills at www.fs.fed.us/r2/blackhills/.
Where can I hike, bike or cross-country ski in
state parks?
State parks have a great variety trails throughout the
state.
Visit the Recreation page to learn about trails, or visit the individual
park's page to see what they offer. You can also purchase the
SD State Park Trail Atlas, which details nearly 300 miles of
trails.
I want to bring my horses
along. Where can I camp with horses? Where can I ride my horse on trails?
There are 10 state parks that feature horse camps. All of these parks have trails on which you can ride your
horse. Visit the Horse Trails page
for more information. Be sure to also refer to the SD State Park Trail Atlas for detailed
information on each of the trails.
Which parks have
accessible facilities (such as campsites, cabins,
or trails) for people with disabilities?
Many state parks feature accessible facilities, such as campsites,
cabins, lodges, comfort stations, picnic shelters and visitor centers. In
addition, several have accessible fishing docks, trails and programs to
allow visitors with all abilities to enjoy the outdoors. Visit the
Accessibility page for more
information and a list of parks with accommodations.
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