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Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area

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Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area, near Fort Pierre, South Dakota, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy the great outdoors. With spacious sites that come equipped with picnic tables and fire rings, it’s perfect for gathering around the fire and soaking in the peaceful atmosphere.

This campground is known for its electric-only sites, making it a comfortable choice for RV campers. Visitors rave about the clean facilities, including top-notch restrooms and showers, which are often described as “cleaner than home.” The area is also pet-friendly, so you can bring your furry friends along for the adventure.

For outdoor activities, you’re in luck! The campground is right by Lake Oahe, offering excellent fishing and boating opportunities. Bird watchers will be thrilled with the chance to spot bald eagles and other wildlife. As one happy camper put it, “The bird watching is wonderful here, and the area is picture perfect.”

If you’re looking to stretch your legs, there are great walking paths and biking trails nearby. Plus, with a swimming beach and playground, it’s a solid choice for families. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a longer stay, Campground 3 has everything you need for a memorable camping experience.

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Location

Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area is located in South Dakota

Detail location of campground

Address

20439 Marina Loop Rd
Fort Pierre, SD 57532

Coordinates

44.42475684 N
100.39039575 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Boat-In
    Sites accessible by watercraft.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Available
  • T-Mobile
    Unknown

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Cabins

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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Reviewed Sep. 14, 2024

Very Nice

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Month of VisitOctober
Reviewed Sep. 14, 2023

My favorite campground

This is one of my favorite campgrounds. The best spots are 194-196. They are back in sites and we have a large window on the back of our camper and get to look at the beautiful river. Great bird watching and lots of bald eagles. The sites are electric only but you can fill water before you come in. Sites are spacious with gravel. There is a picnic bench and fire ring at each site. This campground offers 8 cabins and tent sites also. The grounds and restrooms are kept up well. We came in September so there was hardly anyone around. Very peaceful

Site194
Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., September 14, 2023
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., September 14, 2023
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., September 14, 2023
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Reviewed Sep. 13, 2023

Fantastic state park!

We are on an east/west/east trip. We were looking for a state park on the water that was on our route. We were so lucky to pick this one. A beautiful state park on Lake Oahe. We lucked out and had a site right on the water. Campsites were big with plenty of room to tie out both of our big dogs. Hubby could walk out of the camper and fish. Campground 3 would be my choice overall as it has a row of sites right along the river. Bathhouse immaculate. Showers great. Good walking paths for humans and dogs and saw many folks cycling. Only downside which couldn’t be helped are all the flies. Take a fly swatter and fly traps/ tape. Days later and down the road we are still finding flies in our camper!

Site205
Month of VisitSeptember
Reviewed Jul. 18, 2022

One of my favorite places to camp

This is one of my favorite campgrounds. I look forward going to. We always get a waterfront campground and since we camp during the week when school is still going there’s hardly anyone there and it is truly a very peaceful place. Love watching the bald eagles. There’s lots of trees and shade.

Site126
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., July 18, 2022
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., July 18, 2022
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., July 18, 2022
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Reviewed Sep. 30, 2021

Beautiful

Reservations:  800-710-2267 or oahe@state.sd.us

Fee: Daily   $8.00   Annual $36.00   Purchase on line

Campsites   Electrical   $23.00 (30-50)

                      Camping cabins   $55.00

                      Modern cabins     $120.00 - $150.00

                      Group lodge          $125.00

This campground is open year round but the campgrounds are close to camping November 15 through the last Friday in March.  Bald eagles are winter roosting and can be easily disturbed.

Disc golf   archery   biking   birding   boating   fishing   gocatching   horseshoes   lawn games   swimming with sand beach

Campground is well maintained, pads are pull through level with mature trees.  Nice showers and toilets.  This is a beautiful wooded site that can handle large RV's including pull throughs and double sites.

Directions:  5 miles north of Fort Pierre on highway 180 located on the south side of dam.

Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by N I., September 30, 2021
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by N I., September 30, 2021
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by N I., September 30, 2021
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Reviewed Sep. 1, 2018

So Relaxing We Come Back Every Year

Every year in May, we return to Oahe Downstream and usually get site 196 facing the River. The bird watching is wonderful here and the Bald Eagles will put on a show for you. The area is picture perfect. This area is very popular. There is a swimming beach, a nice playground, hiking trails, and great fishing spots. In this campground they also offer cute cabins. The bathrooms/showers are clean as is the campgrounds.

Oahe also offers an archery range, shooting range, disc golf and horseshoe pits, a marina and bike rentals.

Our site is $19/day for Electric and we usually get good cell service here.

Site196
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., September 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., September 1, 2018
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shannon G., September 1, 2018
Reviewed May. 28, 2017

Beautiful family campground

This campground lies just below the Oahe Dam on the Missouri River and offers lots of opportunities for boating activities of all kinds. With over 200 sites there are plenty of options for everyone, from large trailers to small tents. Showers (cost included in campground fee) and bathrooms are sparkling clean and warm.  Water spigots are scattered throughout the campground and nearby. 

All reservations must be done through their online system (http://travel.campsd.com/Reserve-A-Campsite) or over the phone, although there is a campground office open during the day. We arrived late without a reservation and found the smartphone app non-functional and needed to call in order to make one, which cost us another $2. 

In the prime campgrounds (flush toilets & showers), electric sites are $21; in the preferred campgrounds, electric sites are $19; and non-electric sites are $15. The $5 per day entrance fee is not included in the reservation.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shari  G., May 28, 2017
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shari  G., May 28, 2017
  • Review photo of Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area by Shari  G., May 28, 2017
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area?

    Camping at Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area can cost between $23.00 and $150.00 depending on the site.

  • Does Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area has water hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Campground 3 — Oahe Downstream Recreation Area?

    According to campers on TheDyrt.com, Verizon signal is fair, AT&T is available, and T-Mobile is unknown.