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Best Dog-Friendly Camping near Lake City, SD

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Fort Sisseton State Park Campground near Lake City permits dogs throughout the facility while maintaining clean, well-groomed campsites. The pet-friendly area includes both tent sites and cabin options, with showers and toilets available for campers. Roy Lake State Park also welcomes pets at their East and West units, with picnic tables and fire rings at most sites. Sites are nicely spaced on the west side with two separate camping areas. Campgrounds maintain strict pet cleanup policies with most requiring dogs to be leashed at all times. Spacious grassy areas between sites provide room for pet exercise, though dedicated dog parks are not mentioned in facility listings.

Pickerel Lake Recreation Area offers pet-friendly sites with picnic tables and electric hookups, providing lakeside access perfect for dogs who enjoy swimming. The park features groomed trails leading directly from the campground where leashed pets can explore, though bug spray is recommended when walking dogs on these paths. Silver Lake Recreation Area maintains well-kept grounds surrounding the lake where dogs are welcome but must be kept out of certain sections of the campground. For travelers passing through the area, Webster City Park provides basic amenities with electric hookups and nearby access to groceries and restaurants. Wildlife encounters are common in the area, with wild turkeys occasionally visiting Fort Sisseton in the evenings, so keeping pets secure is advisable.

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63 Reviews of 23 Lake City Campgrounds

  • Kyle B.
    Jun. 6, 2018

    Big Stone Lake State Park Campground

    Border View

    We were able to grab a quite corner spot with a great view of the lake looking over to South Dakota. There are canoe rentals an ok trail system and a great swimming beach.

  • J
    Jun. 1, 2019

    Hartford Beach State Park Campground

    This place is trimmed to the 9s

    Very friendly staff, very well kept. The showers & other facilities we're cleaned every morning. Maybe more. It is clean At 21.00 it is a bargain. The sites all have electricity, picnic tables & fire ring. Lots of firewood available for donations. Nice place on South Dakota side of Big Stone lake.

  • P
    Jul. 27, 2020

    Silver Lake Rec Area

    Beautiful campground

    Very nice and well taken care of campground that surrounds silver lake. You could tell that the groundskeepers take a lot of pride in how well kept it is. Our site had a gravel pad that required very little leveling with very nice grass surrounding it. Our site had water and electric hookups however we shared a post with our neighbors and each post had one 30 amp and one 50 amp plug so you’ll need an adapter if your neighbor is already plugged in to 30 amp service. There was a very nice swimming beach and what appeared to be a new playground for the kids. There is a north section that is apparently for quiet people that don’t stay up late and south section for all the others. Dogs are welcome but must be cleaned up after and kept out of certain sections of the campground. I will defiantly be back

  • Jillian S.
    Aug. 6, 2018

    Big Stone Lake State Park Campground

    Quiet, clean state park

    Nice, clean campground. A few of the tent sites had lake views with even a few having short paths right to the waters edge. All sites are drive in with not much privacy in between, but it was enough for me. I stayed in site 9, but would probably choose site 14 for better views next time. Even though the dnr website says the office is open daily, the office at this campground is unmanned except for the weekend, and even then, limited hours. Bring change for firewood ($6). Not much for hiking paths. There is another section of the state park that's about 11 miles north. There is a beach and boat landing near the campground, although the lake was starting to look pretty scuzzy when I was there at the end of July.

  • G
    Jul. 15, 2018

    County Line Campground

    Nice people with helpful suggestions

    This is a welcoming experience with hosts who are happy to make your stay comfortable. It is near a very small town and close to the Interstate (less than one mile). The pull through sites are somewhat close together with no foliage to offer privacy but it is clean and well kept. We decided to stay in a back-in site further away from the office and pull through sites. Before we were even set up the host had brought us a beautiful, little picnic table and set it out front for us. They gave us leaflets about the area and we talked fishing possibilities with them. They have laundry and showers available as well as bait, ice, and I think even propane. We extended our stay here as it was a great place to just chill and take some exploratory drives. Although there isn't much shade to offer protection from the sun, they do have full hook ups so we could run air conditioning. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Ason S.
    Aug. 26, 2020

    Hartford Beach State Park Campground

    Nice place!

    This was a nice find! Sites pretty close together, especially those in the middle. Some, however, were right on the lake or had paths that lead to a picnic table & fire ring closer to the water. As another reviewer mentioned, one of the loops has sites that are not very level. It was not a problem though. Trails seemed nice & it was a nice surprise to find the dock & bridge near our site. Beach was nice! It was a decent walk there, but at least had a trail to the beach. Nice playground too.

  • M
    Jun. 3, 2020

    Hartford Beach State Park Campground

    Right on the lake

    This was a nice campground on the lake. The sites are not very private and some of the fire pits are are far away from the camping pad, they are down the hill by the lake. They have nice hiking trails.

  • Art S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Jun. 18, 2019

    West Unit — Pickerel Lake Recreation Area

    Spacious grassy campground that is lakeside

    I spoke with a man who remembered when he used to come here to fish with his Dad. That was enough to encourage a stop here. We followed the signs and ended up at the west campground. There is another one on the eastern shore. It seemed like there are only a few campers here but a group of kids and their chaperones showed up later at night. They were loud enough to be heard but kept together politely- good to see programs bringing people out into nature. It also looks like they had a full weekend due to the reservation slips still on the posts. Well tended grass abounds and the openness leaves room for the breeze. It might be different in a heat wave but the sun and breeze combo is quite relaxing and is keeping the bugs away. 

    We walked around camp and found cabins sprinkled throughout. A vault toilet is right next to the shower house leaving me wondering why they’re so close. A book exchange, playground, volleyball and horseshoe pit give entertainment options. A groomed trail leads right out of camp- bug spray needed for the trail. A boat launch and day use area is around the bend. This State Recreation Area has plenty to do and is beautifully maintained. 

    This is a great option for tonight!

  • Teresa T.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 9, 2025

    Fort Sisseton State Park Campground

    Very well maintained

    This is a very pretty park. Lots of camping extremely well maintained grounds and buildings and a good set of trails, along with access to a lake. The showers are gorgeous, there are cabins, wood for sale and all amenities.

Guide to Lake City

Discover the best spots for pets-allowed camping near Lake City, South Dakota, where you and your furry friends can enjoy the great outdoors together.

Pet-friendly campgrounds include Fort Sisseton State Park Campground

  • At Fort Sisseton State Park Campground, pets are welcome, making it a great choice for families traveling with dogs.
  • This well-maintained campground features clean facilities and spacious sites, perfect for relaxing with your pet.
  • Enjoy exploring historical buildings and the surrounding nature while keeping your pet by your side.

Pet owners like Roy Lake East — Roy Lake State Park

  • Roy Lake East — Roy Lake State Park offers a busy campground with plenty of activities, ensuring your pet has a fun-filled stay.
  • With canoe rentals and a beach area, there are ample opportunities for outdoor adventures with your dog.
  • The campground's clean facilities and lovely views make it a favorite among pet owners.

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