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Camping for boating and paddling in South Dakota
8 camps in South Dakota that list boating and paddling or mention it in their description. The best camping months are May–Jun & Aug–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In August expect highs near 84°F and lows near 58°F.
Best areas for boating and paddling
- Around Rapid City3 camps for boating and paddling within 25 miles
Questions
How many campgrounds in South Dakota are good for boating and paddling?
8 camps that list boating and paddling or mention it in their description; 0 of them are free.
When is the best time to go?
The best camping months are May–Jun & Aug–Sep, judged from 30 years of weather at a typical camp: comfortable days, mild nights, little rain. In August expect highs near 84°F and lows near 58°F.
What else can you do there?
Of these camps, 75% also offer fishing, 50% also offer hiking, 25% also offer swimming.
Every camp, with a 3D fly-over, weather, cell signal and the drive.
Open boating & paddling in South DakotaThis week's picks
A different handful each week.
- Indian MemorialFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
This recreation area is part of [Lake Oahe](http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=292&agencyCode=130)
View camp → - Tailrace LeftFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
This recreation area is part of [Lake Sharpe](http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=282&agencyCode=130)
View camp → - Central Hills - Rapid CityFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
The Mystic Ranger District is located in the central portion of the Black Hills National Forest and has an office south of Rapid City, SD.
View camp → - Roubaix Lake CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
Roubaix Campground is tucked away in a Ponderosa pine forest, with Roubaix Lake nearby for added scenery and recreation. With a popular swim beach and opportunities for non-motorized…
View camp → - Sheridan Lake South CampgroundFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
This campground is along the south shore of Sheridan Lake. Within its 5 large loops, there are many sites with direct access to the lake. Access to the south boat ramp and the Flume…
View camp → - Downstream AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
This recreation area is part of [Lake Oahe](http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=292&agencyCode=130)
View camp → - WeigandFederal campground · First come, first served · No cell signal
This recreation area is part of [Lewis and Clark Lake](http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=291&agencyCode=130)
View camp → - Randall Creek Recreation AreaFederal campground · First come, first served · Cell signal
This recreation area is part of [Lake Francis Case](http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=289&agencyCode=130)
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Nearby states for boating and paddling
South Dakota has only a few camps for boating and paddling; these neighbors have more.