Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Fort Pierre, SD
River View RV Park welcomes pets at its overlook position above the Missouri River and Pierre. This pet-friendly campground offers full hookups including electric, water, and sewer connections for RV campers traveling with dogs. Farm Island State Recreation Area and Oahe Downstream Recreation Area also accommodate pets with cabin options for those seeking more shelter while camping with animals. Most campgrounds in the area feature picnic tables, fire rings, and trash receptacles alongside pet-friendly policies. Fischer's Lilly Park provides riverside camping with water and electric hookups for $15 per night, situated right on the Missouri River with an artsy fire pit. Campgrounds maintain clean facilities with bathrooms available, though pet waste stations are limited so campers should bring their own waste bags.
Griffin Park offers pet-friendly camping along the Missouri River with 16 electrical hookups available on a first-come, first-served basis at $25 during peak season (May-October) and $10 in winter months. The park provides showers in a tornado shelter/recreation room located at the distal end of the campground near the marina. A walking path connects to the Lewis and Clark Trail for dog exercise opportunities along the riverfront. The RV parks strictly enforce leash policies for pet safety, especially with wildlife including coyotes that have been spotted moving through nearby cattails. Camping with dogs requires monitoring for extreme temperatures during summer heat and winter cold, as Fort Pierre experiences significant seasonal variations. No breed restrictions were noted at the reviewed campgrounds, though all maintain standard pet behavior expectations regarding barking during quiet hours.
