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North Shore Recreation Area Army COE Campground

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North Shore Recreation Area Army COE CG is located near the Missouri River in South Dakota, offering flat terrain with grasslands and scattered trees. Temperatures range from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 90°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Fort Pierre National Grassland and the Oahe Dam, providing opportunities for hiking and fishing.

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North Shore Recreation Area Army COE Campground is located in South Dakota

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44.06640707 N
99.47865597 W

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  • Drive-In
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  • Boat-In
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  • Tent Sites
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  • Standard (Tent/RV)

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  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
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  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

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  • Big Rig Friendly

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4 Reviews

Penelope G.
Reviewed Aug. 28, 2025

Missouri River Views

Nice mowed sites. Plenty of sites with a view above the river. Cannot access river from sites. At the SW end of the park there is a round turnout that you can drive down with high clearance or walk down to sit on the narrow beach or take a dip. There is a pit toilet and trash can. There is a small playground. Each site has a fire ring and picnic table.

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of North Shore Recreation Area Army COE Campground by Penelope G., August 28, 2025
  • Review photo of North Shore Recreation Area Army COE Campground by Penelope G., August 28, 2025
  • Review photo of North Shore Recreation Area Army COE Campground by Penelope G., August 28, 2025
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Reviewed Aug. 3, 2022

North Shore CG

This is a beautiful spot. Unfortunately some people are disrespectful- broken glass, burnt firecrackers etc, destroyed firepit. Then of course there are the nasty biting flies. Bug spray helped some. I put up the clam screen tent to be rid of the flies. At night there seems to be a lot of road traffic to the popup tent camper a few spots down from me. All in all, it Is peaceful during the day and scenic.

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Month of VisitAugust
  • Review photo of North Shore Recreation Area Army COE Campground by Deb , August 3, 2022
  • Review photo of North Shore Recreation Area Army COE Campground by Deb , August 3, 2022
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Reviewed Jan. 1, 2022

Stopped here on the way back from WY

24 sites total on an embankment right above the river. Sites are all back in with adequate room. Grass is mowed but that is that is the only maintenance done in this area. 

Unfortunately, this area is poorly taken care of and there is a lot of trash at the campsites. People have left garbage at every spot and you see it in all the areas that weren’t mowed.

No electricity or water. Some sites have picnic tables. Partial shade at all sites.

Chuck N.
Reviewed Sep. 27, 2021

North Shore Recreation Area Army COE CG

This CG is tucked away on the north shore of Lake Sharpe, near the Big Bend dam. Most sites have a view of the lake. Most are back-in, with a couple of pull through. Unfortunately, the pull through have the driver's side facing the lake unless you turn around and go against the one way sign. We did this because we had the entire CG to ourselves. Nobody here but us.

The CG needs some love. Though maintained by the COE, it looks like locals use the area as party central, and don't clear out their trash.

The sites are gravel, and reasonably level. Most have a fire pit and picnic table, though ours had neither. This didn't bother us. Lots of flies, and we had a wasp nest nearby. Though they hung around, they weren't aggressive, and we were able to sit outside and enjoy the gorgeous fall weather.

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  • Review photo of North Shore Recreation Area Army COE Campground by Chuck N., September 27, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

What facilities are available at North Shore Recreation Area in South Dakota?

North Shore Recreation Area offers 24 campsites situated on an embankment above Lake Sharpe near Big Bend Dam. Most sites have lake views and are back-in style with a couple of pull-through options. Facilities include pit toilets and trash cans. The campground features mowed grassy sites with adequate space between them. There's also a round turnout at the southwest end of the park that provides access to a narrow beach area where visitors can swim. While basic, the campground provides scenic water views in a natural setting.

How do I get to North Shore Campground near Chamberlain, SD?

North Shore Campground is tucked away on the north shore of Lake Sharpe near the Big Bend Dam in the Chamberlain area. The campground is accessible via a route that leads to the north side of the lake. While specific driving directions aren't detailed, the location is described as somewhat secluded. For precise directions, it's recommended to check with the Army Corps of Engineers who manage the recreation area or use GPS coordinates. High clearance vehicles may have an advantage for accessing certain areas of the campground, particularly the beach access point.

What hiking trails are available near North Shore Recreation Area?

The North Shore Recreation Area doesn't appear to have designated hiking trails within the campground itself. However, visitors can walk down to the narrow beach area at the southwest end of the park, which offers a short path to the water's edge. For those wanting to explore, the area around Lake Sharpe and the Big Bend Dam likely offers informal walking opportunities with views of the water. Campers interested in more substantial hiking should check with local tourism offices or the Army Corps of Engineers for recommendations of trails in the broader Chamberlain area.

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