Best Equestrian Camping near Geddes, SD
Pease Creek Recreation Area features five designated horse campsites with individual corrals, offering non-electric accommodations for equestrians exploring the Missouri River area. Each site provides a fire ring, picnic table, and access to vault toilets and water spigots. The horse camp is equipped with basic necessities, including water spigots and designated areas for horses. Generator use is permitted from 8 am to 9 pm daily. The campground's showers and flush toilets in the main area provide additional comfort for overnight guests. The recreation area encompasses 600 acres of terrain suitable for horseback riding with multiple trails accessible directly from the campsites. Campground fees are $22 per night for non-electrical horse campsites.
Trail access at Pease Creek connects riders to extensive riding opportunities along the Missouri River shoreline and throughout the surrounding 600-acre recreation area. Established in 1953 after the creation of Fort Randall Dam, this landscape offers diverse terrain for trail riding, with 540 miles of shoreline and 102,000 acres of surface water creating a varied backdrop for equestrian exploration. Riders must keep dogs on a ten-foot leash throughout the property. Out-of-state horses require proper health documentation before entering the recreation area. The secluded location provides quiet riding conditions with minimal crowding, even during peak seasons. Situated 9 miles south of Geddes off SD Highway 1804, the horse camp maintains good accessibility despite its rural positioning. Reservations can be made through South Dakota's reservation system or by calling 800-710-2267.
