Best RV Parks & Resorts near Bruce, SD

Several RV campgrounds surround Bruce, South Dakota, offering varied amenities for motorhome travelers. Oakwood Lakes State Park provides two campground areas with electric hookups and big-rig friendly sites on gravel pads. The sites include picnic tables, fire rings, and access to drinking water. "Sites are very close together. Luckily several people cancelled for the weekend and we were allowed to pick any spot," noted one camper about a nearby county park. Lake Herman State Park Campground features full-hookup RV sites with 30-amp service, sanitary dump stations, and spacious pull-through options that accommodate larger rigs. Memorial Park in Watertown offers electric, sewer, and water hookups with sites positioned along North Lake Drive.

Seasonal availability varies significantly across the region's RV parks. Most campgrounds operate from May through September, though some like Lake Herman remain open year-round. Winter camping options become limited as facilities close restrooms and water systems during freezing temperatures. Based on reviews from The Dyrt, leveling can be challenging at certain locations—one camper mentioned that "leveling was tricky" at Pipestone Family Campground. Dump stations are available at most parks, though locations like Oakwood Lakes place them near park entrances rather than at individual sites. Cell service tends to be reliable near larger towns but may be spotty in more remote state parks. Reservation systems vary between first-come, first-served at smaller city parks and advance booking requirements at popular state recreation areas.

Best RV Sites Near Bruce, South Dakota (48)

    1. Pipestone RV Campground

    2 Reviews
    Pipestone, MN
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 825-2455

    $18 - $42 / night

    "the owners are attentive, the facility is clean, neighbors are friendly, and it’s located close to restaurants, shopping, and anything else you could need or want! We’ll definitely be back!"

    "Able to camp in a quiet spot by the cornfield."

    2. Campground 2 — Oakwood Lakes State Park

    5 Reviews
    Bruce, SD
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 627-5441

    $26 - $55 / night

    "Large grassy sites with fire pit and picnic table. Clean bathrooms with hot showers. Nice path around lake for walking the dog. Lots of families having a good time! Very pleasant evening."

    "Wasn’t busy, kids liked playground, walking path, and checking out Mortimer’s cabin. Electric hook-ups."

    3. Ingalls Homestead

    7 Reviews
    Lake Preston, SD
    33 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 854-3984

    "For $30, we had W&E, fire pit (firewood not sold), picnic table and free access to the homestead. Bathrooms were so clean and smelled like cedar wood. "

    "This is a truly magical place, and if you’ve ever read any of the Little House on the Prairie books and are anywhere near De Smet South Dakota, do yourself a favor and swing by."

    4. Pipestone Family Campground

    1 Review
    Pipestone, MN
    41 miles
    Website
    +1 (507) 825-2455

    "Campground was nearly full of local campers but the kids played great together. Decent pool & showers, fun activities like bags tournaments and a potluck."

    5. River of the Double Bend Campground

    1 Review
    Dell Rapids, SD
    38 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 428-5472

    7. Lake Herman State Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Madison, SD
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 256-5003

    "I was right next to a little lake on one side and Lake Herman about 150ft away. Nice hiking trails just outside my door. Will definitely be back."

    "RV spots have electric. Many spots have shade, some are near the lake, and some with lake views. They have small cabins for rent, as well as paddle boards, kayaks, and canoes."

    8. Sexauer City Park

    5 Reviews
    Brookings, SD
    9 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 692-2708

    "After we came, found a pull- through spot open that night, filled and posted our form, we we left - and returned to a filled spot- THAT camper reserved by phone just hours earlier (perhaps while we"

    "Has 30 amp service.  Clean shower house.  Perfect spot to visit Brookings without paying for hotel."

    9. Campground 1 — Oakwood Lakes State Park

    7 Reviews
    Bruce, SD
    5 miles
    Website
    +1 (605) 627-5441

    $26 / night

    "Despite being close to Brookings this park is quiet and i didnt find it very full."

    "Super cool hiking trail around Scout Island! Great history at Ol Mortimers Cabin and the old military fort. Kayaking, boating, fishing, and swimming are excellent!"

    10. Memorial Park

    4 Reviews
    Watertown, SD
    37 miles
    +1 (605) 882-6290

    "Close to beach, fishing dock and close to playground for kids!"

    "We had a great time at the lake our campsite was in view of the water beautiful Town beautiful atmosphere very green the one and only thing I would say is that there is a rocky very Rocky Lake other than"

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Guide to Bruce

RV camping near Bruce, South Dakota, offers a variety of options for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy the great outdoors with modern conveniences.

Most parks have electrical and sewer hookups

  • For a comfortable stay, consider the well-reviewed Pipestone RV Campground, which features electric and sewer hookups, making it ideal for RV travelers.

Big rigs should check out Spot

  • If you have a larger RV, the Spot campground is big rig friendly and offers ample space along with essential amenities like drinking water and showers.

Explore the Pipestone National Monument

  • Stay at the Pipestone Family Campground for easy access to the nearby Pipestone National Monument, where you can enjoy interactive exhibits and beautiful landscapes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the most popular RV campsite near Bruce, SD?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular RV campground near Bruce, SD is Pipestone RV Campground with a 4.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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