Best Camping near Fairfax, SD

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Best Camping Sites Near Fairfax, SD (35)

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93 Reviews of 35 Fairfax Campgrounds


  • Bibs O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Corsica City Campground
    Sep. 18, 2024

    Corsica City Campground

    Just off US 281.

    Much Semi traffic, so it's been kind of noisy (right next to highway). Fire pits full of junk. Good overnight stay. Sites have 30-20 amp service only.

  • Bibs O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stickney City Park
    Sep. 18, 2024

    Stickney City Park

    Great stop over site.

    I was here on a Wednesday night. Only one other person here. Very quite location. They have 2 sites that offer 30-20 amp service and short pads. 3 sites have 50-30-20 amp boxes. Well mowed, no litter. Right next to town.

  • cThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stickney City Park
    Sep. 5, 2024

    Stickney City Park

    Pleasant

    Easy to locate. Turn into city park. Five total campsites. The first two are in the right, directly on the road into park. The other three are further down on left. They are a larger area. Directly across from a football field and track. It is a suggested $20 a night.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Niobrara State Park Campground
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Niobrara State Park Campground

    Very nice Spectacular views

    Updated shower and toilets. Bring your quarters for shower. Views of the Missouri River were amazing. Enjoyed a hike with the interpreter. Worth a stop for sure.

  • Bibs O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hidden Gem Campground
    Aug. 22, 2024

    Hidden Gem Campground

    Wide open spaces. 1-605-481-1741 reservations.

    This is a relatively new campground. Trees are young but hold promise. Lawn care is immaculate. Sites are level gravel pads. 15 - 30 - 50 amp service. Water, sewer, and WIFI at each site. There are 71 sites to choose from. This campground can be found on Facebook. There are no showers or bathroom facilities at the campground. Payment can be made at the bar just north of the campground sites. Also, volleyball, pizza, and chips at full bar can be enjoyed. There are no fire pits, but you may use your own fire pit if it is contained.

  • Katie L.
    Camper-submitted photo from North Point Recreation Area
    Jul. 26, 2024

    North Point Recreation Area

    Cabin B

    Cabins are super cute and fit the price. $55/night gives you AC, electricity, and a bed (2 twins, 1 full). Great view from the cabin deck. Verizon works good. Close to the swimming beach and vault toilet.

  • Katie L.
    Camper-submitted photo from South Shore Lakeside Use Area
    Jul. 26, 2024

    South Shore Lakeside Use Area

    Quiet campground

    Relative to North Point Rec Area, this campground and day use beach were significantly less crowded. All sites seemed to have some shade, picnic table, and fire pit.

  • Bibs O.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Lynch City RV Park
    Jul. 23, 2024

    Lynch City RV Park

    Nice overnight, stop.

    There are 9, possibly 10, back in camping spots. $25.00 a night, which I thought very reasonable for all they offer. Bathrooms with showers. Water and sewer at all sites. 50 - 30 - 15 amp service at all sites. Picnic tables and fire pits with grates at all sites. Picnic area with cement floors and cover. Dogs across the way are noisy, but we hope they get used to things and quite down. Money for stay needs to be brought downtown to a bar, or you can call a number, and so.eone will come out and pick it up. Grass is very long at the sites, which seems to encourage the bugs and mosquitoes .

  • Ila R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Armour Lions Park
    Jun. 23, 2024

    Armour Lions Park

    Beautiful little park

    Great little city park. Showers/ restrooms were clean. I'm not sure how many sites in total. I know 5 were concrete slabs, the rest gravel. It's a little confusing in price/ paying. There is a box that says $10 donation. A sign that says $15 donation. The donations go towards the park.

  • HThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from White Lake Lodge & RV Campground
    Jun. 22, 2024

    White Lake Lodge & RV Campground

    Good for an overnight stay

    One individual restroom and shower. Full hookups at sites. Open field with campsites next to each other. Some road noise since the interstate is close by.

  • Les G.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Spencer Park Fairgrounds
    Jun. 22, 2024

    Spencer Park Fairgrounds

    Great location

    This is a very comfortable location with power, water and a nearby dump station. It's an easy walk to any place in town. Also a go jumping off point for all of Boyd County...

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Love's RV Hookup-Kimball SD 816
    Jun. 11, 2024

    Love's RV Hookup-Kimball SD 816

    Loves Rv hookups

    The stay at Loves is awesome,very friendly people in Loves,free showers,full hookups,we booked 3 nights online so we could go see everything in and around Chamberlin,there’s tons of sites to see it’s only15-20 mins from Kimball

  • Lucky C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Armour Lions Park
    Sep. 3, 2023

    Armour Lions Park

    Employee all but kicked the door down on me.

    The electrical boxes are so buggy and cobwebby and dusty that it's hard to find a properly grounded working electric box.

    The women's bathroom is designed to be a single stall bathroom with shower, but the lock doesn't even hold the door shut properly bc the wood of the door frame is gouged out where the sliding bolt goes for the door. Had to prop my cane up under the door. An employee barged right in and acted offended when I mentioned someone was in there ... ??

  • Robert F.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Stickney City Park
    Jul. 21, 2023

    Stickney City Park

    Nice spot but now paid

    The spot is very clean and well kept. There was a fire pit with firewood and starter. However this spot is no longer free, it is $15/night. Still a very good deal for the location.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from South Shore Lakeside Use Area
    Jul. 13, 2023

    South Shore Lakeside Use Area

    Underestimated

    Nice spots, beautiful lake and beach, not crowded at all. Only negative point is it’s close to the street. But since there is not a lot of traffic it was pretty quiet. Bring your insect spray and enjoy 😉

  • C
    Camper-submitted photo from Niobrara State Park Campground
    Jun. 12, 2023

    Niobrara State Park Campground

    Great time and very clean!

    Niobrara State Park is fantastic. Very clean and put together. Everything is mowed well. Paved camper lots. Little park for kids. Horseshoes and sand volleyball. Bathrooms were cleaned everyday. My only complaint is that the lots are kind of close. Not a huge deal but would have been nice to have a little extra space. Overall, awesome place and we will be back!

  • J
    Camper-submitted photo from Carney Park
    May. 6, 2023

    Carney Park

    Early Spring Camping

    Quit park, full electric pad, and water. The bathrooms and shower were not open yet. Locked my keys in the truck. The O’Neill Police opened my truck, within 20 minutes. I noticed they also patrolled the area.

  • a
    Camper-submitted photo from Butte City Park
    Jul. 25, 2022

    Butte City Park

    Looking to boondocks?

    It’s a city park, a play ground. Portapotties on site. Found it on Dyrt so we are hoping it’s okay to boondocks here. There are no signs saying you can’t park overnight, but also no signs saying you can camp. Guess we will try it.

  • LThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Snake Creek Recreation Area — Snake Creek State Recreation Area
    Jul. 17, 2022

    Snake Creek Recreation Area — Snake Creek State Recreation Area

    On a hill

    I had hoped for more of a view of the river, but my site actually had lots of trees screening it. Made it a bit more private. Prime sites are closer to the water; pup and I had a bit of a walk to go for a swim. It looked like a lot of people stayed until later in the day, so they may have been using as a Day use. When I made reservation a couple of months ago, there was not much choice. By early evening, maybe 50% of sites were occupied. Free showers- such a treat!



Guide to Fairfax

Camping near Fairfax, South Dakota, offers a mix of beautiful landscapes and cozy campgrounds. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun family adventure, there are plenty of options to explore.

What to do:

  • Fishing: The Buryanek Recreation Area is great for fishing enthusiasts. One visitor mentioned, "This is a great campground on the west bank of the Missouri River," highlighting the fishing opportunities available.
  • Hiking: Trails are available at many campgrounds. A reviewer at Pease Creek Recreation Area noted, "You will find 600 acres to hike, horseback ride, fish, bird watch, hunt, all things outdoors along the Missouri River."
  • Swimming: If you're looking to cool off, the North Point Recreation Area has a swimming beach. A camper shared, "Perfect place to unwind. Large, well spaced out campsites. Beach, walking paths, fishing and golf nearby."

What campers like:

  • Clean Facilities: Campers appreciate well-maintained restrooms and showers. One visitor at Pease Creek Recreation Area said, "Campground was empty, showers hot, restrooms clean and stocked."
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer ample space between sites. A reviewer at Buryanek Recreation Area mentioned, "Big sites. A lot of room between sites."
  • Quiet Atmosphere: Campers enjoy the peacefulness of the area. One camper at South Shore Lakeside Use Area noted, "This is an underrated campground... not crowded, in fact I’ve been here twice now and have been the only camper."

What you should know:

  • Limited Amenities: Some campgrounds may not have all the amenities you expect. A visitor at Stickney City Park mentioned, "There are only two back-in RV sites... a water spout but it’s a little far from the spots."
  • Road Conditions: Be prepared for gravel roads leading to some campgrounds. A reviewer at Buryanek Recreation Area warned, "Access to this area is off highway 44 but be prepared for several miles of minimally maintained dirt road."
  • Wildlife: Keep an eye out for local wildlife. One camper at Pease Creek Recreation Area mentioned seeing "mountain lion tracks along the shore."

Tips for camping with families:

  • Playgrounds: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds for kids. A visitor at Buryanek Recreation Area noted, "It is a nice place and has a nice playground."
  • Secluded Spots: Choose campgrounds that offer privacy. A camper at South Shore Lakeside Use Area said, "It’s got one pit toilet... and, most of all not crowded."
  • Plan for Activities: Bring games and outdoor activities. A family at North Point Recreation Area enjoyed "fishing, walking the trails, and seeing the wildlife."

Tips from RVers:

  • Check Hookups: Make sure the campground has the right hookups for your RV. A reviewer at Circle K Campground mentioned, "Full hookups at sites."
  • Road Access: Be aware of road conditions for larger RVs. A visitor at Pease Creek Recreation Area noted, "The road in is a very narrow country road."
  • Quiet Nights: Look for campgrounds that are less crowded for a peaceful night. A camper at Stickney City Park shared, "Quiet for one night."

Camping around Fairfax, SD, has something for everyone, whether you're in a tent or an RV. Enjoy the great outdoors!

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular campground near Fairfax, SD?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Fairfax, SD is North Point Recreation Area with a 4.4-star rating from 8 reviews.

  • What parks are near Fairfax, SD?

    According to TheDyrt.com, there are 0 parks near Fairfax, SD that allow camping, notably Lake Oahe and Badlands National Park.