Best Cabin Camping near Pierre, SD
Farm Island State Recreation Area and Oahe Downstream Recreation Area provide cabin accommodations along the Missouri River near Pierre. Farm Island offers camping cabins for $55 per night while Oahe Downstream features both standard camping cabins at $55 and modern cabins ranging from $120-$150 nightly. Cabins typically include electricity, picnic tables, and fire rings with gravel pads. Electric hookups are available at most sites, though water is accessed at central locations rather than individual cabins. "The cabins are cute," notes one visitor who stayed at Oahe Downstream, adding that "the sites are spacious with gravel."
Rustic and deluxe cabins are both available, depending on the location. Oahe Downstream Recreation Area's cabins sit directly on the river, offering excellent views and fishing access. Kennebec KOA provides standard cabin options approximately 70 miles southeast of Pierre. Most cabins require reservations, especially during summer months when availability becomes limited. Campgrounds with cabin rentals typically remain open from April through November, though some close earlier for bald eagle roosting periods. According to feedback on The Dyrt, "This campground offers 8 cabins and tent sites also. The grounds and restrooms are kept up well."
Most cabins include beds but require visitors to bring their own linens, towels, and toiletries. Basic cooking facilities vary by location—some cabins feature indoor cooking amenities while others provide only outdoor fire rings or grills. Several campgrounds including New Frontier RV Campground and American Inn & RV Park offer on-site markets for basic provisions. Farm Island and Oahe Downstream maintain clean shower facilities for cabin guests. Pet policies vary by location, with many allowing pets at cabin sites but requiring them to be leashed and supervised. Firewood is available for purchase at most cabin locations.
