Water access is the main draw at Codington County Memorial Park and Campground, where a large lake and a smaller pond sit on the property and attract a notable variety of waterfowl. The county-managed site runs from May through September and provides full hookups including electric, water, and sewer, making it a practical stop for RV travelers. Showers are on-site and reported to be in good condition. Campers looking at campsites near Watertown will find this one well-suited to those who want utility hookups close to open water.
Description
Memorial Park is a 90+ acre campground/picnic area, located on the northwest shores of beautiful Lake Kampeska. The Codington County Facilities Manager is responsible for oversight of the operation and upkeep of this county facility.
Park features: On site Managers 106 campsites varying from tent sites to full hook up sewer/water/50amp electric Advance reservations available by telephone Accept Mastercard and Visa Payments Boat launch ramp and dock Isaac Walton hiking trail Reunion buildings Large picnic area with playground, horseshoes, zoned swimming area
Map & DirectionsCodington County Memorial Park and Campground is located in South Dakota near Watertown
Public CampgroundDirections
From jct US 81 & US 212: Go 5 mi W on US 212, then 2 mi N on Hwy 139, then 1/4 mi E.
Address
1200 North Lake Dr
Watertown, SD 57201
Coordinates
44.89925416 N
97.1147724 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 18 usersLast on 8/21/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 18 usersLast on 8/21/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 user
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Market
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
Drive Time
- 1 hr 25 min from Sioux Falls, SD
- 1 hr 53 min from Fargo, ND
- 2 hrs 48 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 3 hrs 5 min from Mankato, MN
