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Eastern Region Camping


Popular Cities in the Region

The eastern region of South Dakota provides an abundance of opportunities for camping enthusiasts. Whether you prefer to “rough it” in a remote wilderness area or favor the conveniences of more commercial campgrounds, you’re sure to find a prime outdoor lodging site in this picturesque portion of the state.

The northeastern portion of South Dakota is home to more than 120 glacial lakes, originally formed 20,000 years ago when migrating glaciers moved out of the area. In southeastern South Dakota, you’ll find Sioux Falls, the state’s largest city and economic hub. Sioux Falls is home to majestic waterfalls and the 14-mile Greenway Trail. Among the other major eastern cities are Yankton, located along the Missouri River and James River, and Watertown, nestled along the Big Sioux River.

There is an abundance of locations to choose from, below are just a few:


Popular Eastern South Dakota Camping Locations

Jellystone Park Camp-Resort of Sioux Falls
Brandon, SD - Eastern Region
Jellystone Park of Sioux falls offers some of the best family camping and entertainment in the region. Our city close and country quiet setting is the […]
Pelican Lake State Recreation Area
Watertown, SD - Eastern Region
Located nine miles southwest of Watertown off of U.S. Highway 212. Pelican Lake was named for the abundance of white pelicans when the area was settle […]
Richmond Lake Recreation Area
Aberdeen, SD - Eastern Region
The 3 units of the park offer different recreational opportunities. The south unit features 24 modern campsites, 22 electrical sites, picnicking, hik […]
Lewis and Clark State Recreation Area
Yankton, SD - Eastern Region
Located six miles west of Yankton off of S.D. Highway 52. The park features a paved bicycle trail, an archery range, a soccer field and the largest ma […]
Lewis and Clark RV Park
Yankton, SD - Eastern Region
This is South Dakota's finest campgrounds and recreation facility where you’ll find hundreds of well-kept camp sites and cabins, each area offering di […]
W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds & Sioux Empire Fair
Sioux Falls, SD - Eastern Region
The word is out, people love camping at the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds! The location is convenient, close to shopping, restaurants, and major highways. The […]
Lake Mitchell Campground
Mitchell, SD - Eastern Region
The campground overlooks Lake Mitchell and is a family camping center with fishing, swimming, boating, paddle boats, playground, and a laundry facilit […]
Chief White Crane State Recreation Area
Yankton, SD - Eastern Region
Located five miles west of Yankton off S.D. Highway 52. The park is named for the Sioux chief who met with Lewis and Clark in 1804. The area features […]
Famil-E-Fun Campground
Mitchell, SD - Eastern Region
Family-owned and operated. We offer lots of shade, high-cut trees, good gravel roads, clean restrooms and all new electricity. […]
Sandy Shore State Recreational Area
Watertown, SD - Eastern Region
Located five miles west of Watertown off of U.S. Highway 212. Sandy Shore, the division's smallest park, sits on the south end of Lake Kampeska. It bo […]

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