Best RV Parks & Resorts near Dell Rapids, SD

Dakota Sunsets RV Park in Salem provides 55 level pull-through sites with full hookups including 50/30-amp electric, water, and sewer. Sites are spacious enough for big rigs with well-maintained gravel roadways. Sioux Falls Yogi Bear offers RV camping from April through November with full hookup sites that accommodate large motorhomes. "The super nice and informative couple who own the campground checked us in and then we were escorted to pull through site 41 with FHUs. The site was more than long enough for our 39' 5th Wheel and F-450 truck," noted one camper about Dakota Sunsets. Lake Vermillion Recreation Area provides electric-only sites with 50/30/20-amp service, though water hookups are not available at individual sites.

Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, occupancy rates increase significantly at most area RV parks. Cell service varies by location, with one reviewer reporting strong connectivity at Dakota Sunsets: "We had over 50Mbps on our Verizon and ATT hot spot as well as the RV park's WiFi system." Most campgrounds maintain dump stations near their entrances, though some like Lake Vermillion require visitors to fill fresh water tanks at designated spigots rather than at individual sites. Pet policies generally allow leashed dogs throughout the campgrounds. Several parks operate seasonally, with closures common from late October through early April, especially at state recreation areas where winter camping options become limited.

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362 Reviews of 66 Dell Rapids Campgrounds


  • rThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 10, 2021

    Tower Campground

    Friendly but noisy

    Very friendly and accommodating staff. This park is open year round and well set up for cold weather, the water spigot is heated so if you invest in a heated water line and have an insulated camper you should be good for the cold. Many units were tucked in for winter with skirting and large external propane tanks. The negatives are noise and lights. Highway noise was very very loud. Easy to see outside but not a lot of camp feel. Bright light through skylites while sleeping. Didn’t use bathrooms or showers so no comment on facilities.

  • Robert O.
    Sep. 15, 2020

    Dakota Sunsets RV Park

    So good I did want to tell anyone about it

    We only stayed 2 nights here but could have stayed much longer. This RV campground is perfect. The attention to detail you see in this park is not something we have seen a lot during our travels. The gravel roadways to each campsite are groomed perfectly level. Art, sculptures and flower pots are everywhere. Not a thing out of place. The Wifi was really fast…the best we have seen in over 1 yr and full time camping. The office and store have ice and a wonderful selection of goodies, The park is surrounded by corn and soybean fields and is quiet. This is a real gem of a campground. Not a thing wrong with it. We highly recommend. We had over 50Mbps on our Verzion and ATT hot spot as well as the RV park's Wifi system. This place is smoked hot for internet connectivity. This park is Big Rig friendly with very large pull throughs

  • Bibs O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jul. 2, 2024

    Gunderson Park

    Up to 14 days free camping

    CAMPING IS NOW ONLY ALLOWED BETWEEN MEMORIAL DAY THROUGH LABOR DAY. NO WINTER CAMPING IS ALLOWED ANY LONGER.

    Gunderson Park is a nice little boondocking location just ½ mile from the downtown area of Centerville. They have 2 fire pit locations, but, after speaking with the official at city hall we found out you can camp pretty much anywhere in the park you would like.

    It is free to camp here, you can stay virtually as long as you wish to according to that same official. There are no hook-ups. No bathroom facilities. No picnic tables. No playground for children. You may fish with a South Dakota license in the lazy rolling Vermillion River that skirts the park on 3 sides. They have a cement boat ramp. I will say when we stayed there the river was so low you would have had great difficulties getting a boat launched. On the west side of the park there are park benches at the beginning (or end of the walk depending on your start location) with a cemented walk way along the road to the park and the Vermillion River. It runs close to a quarter mile long with benches about half way through the walk. The city keeps this park mowed during the summer months. This is an old old park dating back to 1800's. The trees are massive and just as old providing beautiful shade. There are remnants of old stone items remaing in the park, grape vine thingy, a stone fireplace and pillars. Our stay favored us with Bald Eagle sightings. 2 hung around the trees on the other side of the river in full view, it was wonderful.

    At the city park you can dump your tanks. We didn't need to so we didn't visit this location. At the four way stop sign located at the center of the town, turn west, travel one block and on the south side of the street you will find city hall. There they will tell you how to find the dump site.

    This seems to be a favorite location for locals to drive through. Sometimes we found traffic through the park on the heavy side but most of the time very quiet. People are small town friendly. Population is around 900 people. Town has a grocery store, convenience store, bank, medical clinic, pharmacy, restaurant, bowling alley, auto parts store, bakery and other businesses. We noticed 4 churches in our drive around the town. At the city park they have a community swimming pool, Frisbee golf, 2 ball diamonds, tennis courts, playground equipment, volleyball courts, 2 picnic house areas and a location for 4 RV campsites with electrical plug ins [2 50 amp and 2 30 amp) for $10.00 a night with limited stay.

  • S
    Sep. 30, 2021

    Tower Campground

    Nice sites nice staff

    The spots are good size and most are shared asphalt pads where your rear end faces your neighbors rear end. However you don’t share a pedestal or any other hookups with them. Our site had a water hook up that was equipped with a heater on the spigot for cold weather.

  • B
    Jul. 12, 2025

    Blue Mounds State Park Campground

    Blue Mounds State Park

    Very quiet even on holidays, sites are in the woods so all sites have shade. All types of camping is available, tent, RVs trailers, 5th wheels, Class A, etc. We have 46 foot toy hauler, Clean bathrooms and plenty of dumpsters. Park features natural prairie and a buffalo herd. Bison tours are available. Plenty of hiking trails and some cliff climbing. LuVerne MN is 6 miles and has all supplies wanted available.

  • Nicholas S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2023

    Newton Hills Campground — Newton Hills State Park

    Perfect to relax and bring the kids!

    I had an amazing time at Newton Hills Campground in South Dakota with my family and young children. The spacious and clean facilities provided the perfect backdrop for our outdoor getaway, offering a blend of adventure and relaxation away from the city. The kids had a blast exploring the natural surroundings and participating in the family-friendly activities. This campground is a true gem for those seeking a wholesome outdoor experience.

  • MickandKarla W.The Dyrt PRO User
    May. 11, 2025

    Lake Vermillion Recreation Area

    The East Campground Area was Very Nice

    We followed our GPS getting off I-29 at exit 79 in Sioux Falls and going straight west on hwy 42 for about 20 miles to the sign for the right turn to go up to the recreation area. It would have been just as easy to catch I-90 west as well. At the main/west campground, we followed the sign for the East Campground and turned left at the white recreation sign right at the bottom of the hill. Passing the boat ramp, we saw the pull-along sites (49-62), which are small and close to the road accurately described in forums as not big-rig friendly. The fresh water fill spigot is in a large pull-out on the right, past the boat launch and just before the 10 mph sign. The dump station is in the West Campground. We continued to the end loop and backed into site 43 (50/30/20 AMP), which was easy thanks to its corner location. As soon as we had settled in, the very friendly camp host come over to check us in. We had already paid the $30 a night plus $10 nonresident reservation fees, to find out starting this year we needed to pay a non-resident $15 a night state park fee or $60 for a year pass. We were able to purchase, choosing a yearly, online and the host gave us a temp sticker for our window. Our site was spacious enough for our 40 5th wheel and F450. The electric hookup is at the back; we needed about 30 of cord. All sites here are electric only and nicely spaced apart. Site 43 offered a beautiful lake view, which we enjoyed during our peaceful four-night stay in early May. Verizon had 3 bars, T-Mobile had 2, and our T-Mobile house internet clocked 207 Mbps down/ 3.49 Mbps up. Satellite reception should be fine in most sites except site 45, which is heavily shaded. There's both a shower house and vaulted toilets in the east area. Spring was coming alive with gobbling turkeys and cackling pheasants; we even got a show from a strutting tom turkey. Overall, a quiet and scenic stay with great wildlife viewing and lake views.

  • d
    Jun. 9, 2019

    W.H. Lyon Fairground

    great for the person who wants basic camping with hookups

    this campground is on leash pet friendly.  there are few trees, but it has full hookups, clean restrooms and showers.  pay 6 get 1 free.  however there is a train t

    has no play ground, swimming pool, etc.

    people were very friendly.

    it was exactly what i was looking for.

  • William S.
    Oct. 16, 2021

    Freeman City Park

    A full-featured city park and campground

    I don't think I've ever seen a city park with built-in campgrounds before, but Freeman City Park is a good template for anyplace else that wants to try it. With about 10 or so drive-in/pull-through sites, you can enjoy the amenities of a pleasant city greenspace while also enjoying the outdoors. 

    The camp sites feature electrical outlets and picnic tables, but fires are limited to a few grills placed around the park and picnic pavilions (no fire pits).

    The park features a playground for kids, two volleyball courts, picnic pavilions, a tennis court, and pool (closed for the fall).

    As an added bonus, the toilet building not only features plumbing, but showers!

    At $10/night for electric sites and $6/night for non-electric/tents, it's a pleasant little oasis if you need a break from full wilderness camping.


Guide to Dell Rapids

Discover the charm of RV camping near Dell Rapids, South Dakota, where a variety of campgrounds offer excellent amenities and activities for a memorable outdoor experience.

Big rigs should check out Sioux Falls Yogi Bear

  • The Sioux Falls Yogi Bear campground features spacious, pull-through sites that accommodate larger RVs comfortably.
  • With full hookups and a level rock pad, this campground ensures a hassle-free stay for big rig owners.
  • The friendly atmosphere and well-maintained grounds make it a popular choice for families traveling with larger vehicles.

RVers appreciate amenities like those at Tower Campground

  • Tower Campground offers clean showers, laundry facilities, and paved parking, making it a convenient stop for RV travelers.
  • The campground is equipped with full hookups, including 50-amp service, catering to various RV needs.
  • Its proximity to the interstate allows for easy access while still providing a clean and well-kept environment.

RVers like these nearby activities at Pipestone RV Campground

  • At Pipestone RV Campground, guests can enjoy a swimming pool and various family-friendly activities, perfect for keeping kids entertained.
  • The campground's location near local attractions and restaurants makes it an ideal base for exploring the area.
  • Visitors appreciate the attentive owners and the clean facilities, enhancing the overall camping experience.

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