Pease Creek Recreation Area, near Geddes, South Dakota, is a cozy spot for those looking to unwind in nature. With a mix of tent and RV sites, it’s a great place to kick back and enjoy the outdoors, especially if you’re into fishing or water activities along the Missouri River.

The campground boasts clean facilities, including hot showers and well-maintained restrooms, which visitors have praised. One camper noted, “Campground was empty, showers hot, rest rooms clean and stocked,” highlighting the peaceful atmosphere you can expect here. You’ll find picnic tables and fire rings at your site, perfect for evening gatherings under the stars.

For outdoor lovers, there’s no shortage of activities. The area offers hiking, horseback riding, and plenty of opportunities for birdwatching and fishing. Some reviewers appreciated the secluded feel, making it a nice escape from the hustle and bustle. Just remember to grab your firewood locally to keep the area safe from pests.

While the roads leading in can be narrow, the journey is worth it for the tranquility and natural beauty that awaits. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend trip or a longer stay, Pease Creek Recreation Area is a solid choice for a laid-back camping experience.

Pease Creek Recreation Area

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**Pease Creek Recreation Area** is off the Missouri River out in the middle of nowhere but if you are a water/fishing person it is worth the drive for a quiet, laid back vacation.

South Dakota has some long straight roads and the GPS worked most of the time as well as cell phone signal. It would on occasion drop off so make sure you have your trusty map. The signage in was good and don’t be surprised when you hit gravel roads, just slow down ;)

The campground was pretty quiet and mostly deserted when we overnighted. It was dark, quiet and plenty of sites to choose from. Basic hook up, plenty of space to set up in, more of an RV geared campground. The area was well maintained but facilities could use an update/good cleaning.

Right outside the area is a privately owned campground that looked like it was expanding so that will add to the boatramp traffic and noise. It was more of a permanent RV area but may have short term rentals.

There was hiking to be had and horses were allowed but it’s definitely a water recreation area. Due to the weather , 40’s when we visited and raining we did not get to enjoy the water like I had wanted. Town is not nearby so fuel up and stock up before driving out!

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A wooded campground, about .25 mile walk/drive to the river. Clean bathrooms and vault toilets. Nice shoreline to stroll along with dogs. Saw mountain lion tracks along shore... 

Hidden gem

We arrived and only one other person was there. There was no host or staff there. There were signs saying you must get approved firewood but no one was there to get the firewood which was frustrating. Clean bathrooms and showers, water provided so it worked out good anyways. 

Fairly good and not busy 

Fees:   Daily   $8.00    Annual   $36.00    Campsites   26.00 electrical 50 amp (.available) Campsites  $22.00 Non electrical Horsecamp 22.00 Non electrical

Reservations 800-710-2267 on line travel.compsd.com  northpoint@state.sd.us 

  

Open year round Oct 1– April 30 water systems may be shut down. 

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23 sites 5 horsecamp sites 

PROS Secluded, well maintained, new comfort station, horsecamp I don’t think any site is bad 

CONS Short sites, narrow country road 

Firewood fish cleaning station water horse trails playground biking birding boating fishing hunting swimming flush toilets showers picnic tables fire ring/grill boat ramp dump station 

The Pease Creek Recreation Area Horse campground is a nonelectric site. You will find a fire ring picnic table horse corral vault toilets water spigots Generator may be used from 8 am to 9 pm. Dogs must be on a ten foot leash. Make sure out of state horses have proper documentation for health. 

  

Recreation Area was created when the Fort Randall Dam was created in 1953. There are 540 miles of shoreline and 102,000 acres of surface water. The land surrounding the recreation area was the ancestral homeland to numerous Plains Indians. Mainly short sites in this cozy campground with a new bath/shower house. Campground is well maintained. The road in is a very narrow country road meaning the camp and road are better suited for smaller rigs. You will find 600 acres to hike, horseback ride, fish, bird watch, hunt, all things outdoors along the Missouri River. This area provides all types of water sports, winter sports, wildlife viewing, fishing and hunting. 

Firewood Alert:   Please purchase firewood in the local area. Do not transport from another state, if you do please burn immediately due to the Emerald Ash Borer. 

CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY Another issue that has become an increasing problem is Aquatic Invasive Species .(AIS) which is spreading in the United States. There are different types of AIS and they are being spread by several methods. Boaters, of all types, help spread or help stop the spread by taking care of their watercraft. Before leaving a boat launch practice the CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY technique. Many states require a AIS permit before you place watercraft in the water. 

Directions:  9 miles south of Geddes off SD highway 1804 GPS 43.14021-98.73186

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Country Life

Campground was empty showers hot,rest rooms clean and stocked will come here again

Very nice

This is a very well maintained campground. We were here from December 08 through 12, 2024. Bathrooms and showers, along with water faucets, are all shut down for the season. We stayed on site 9 and enjoyed the shelter all the trees provided. Wind was 24 mph gusts hit 45 mph and didn't affect us at all. Sites are gravel and, for the most part, level. We didn't require any leveling blocks at all. 50 - 30 - 20 amp service with no errors at the electric box. The pit toilet was reasonably clean and stocked. Small playground for children. Small picnic area down the road between sites 8 and 9. Sites 4 and 8 were covered with large seed pods from the trees. I imagine it would sound like branches hitting your camper when they fall in the fall. We are not far from the Missouri River, and we were delighted with the company of 4 Bald Eagles. Hundreds of migrating Canadian Geese. Walking paths are available along with a boat ramp down the hill. Cost is the same in nearly all South Dakota State Parks, $26.00 a night. Seems costly for no water, flush toilets, showers, or garbage dumpsters. This is a nice place.

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