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Split Rock Park

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Split Rock Park, near Garretson, South Dakota, is a charming spot for those who enjoy a mix of nature and adventure. With its picturesque scenery and ample tent sites, it’s a great place to set up camp and soak in the outdoors.

The park is known for its beautiful surroundings, making it ideal for kayaking and fishing. Visitors have mentioned the large tent sites and the dog-friendly atmosphere, which is perfect for families looking to enjoy the great outdoors together. Just keep an eye on the little ones, as there are cliffs and water nearby.

While the amenities are basic, with only pit toilets available, the campground is well-maintained and offers a peaceful retreat. Some campers have pointed out the proximity to train tracks, which can be noisy at night, but many find the sound adds to the park's character. As one visitor noted, “It’s a nice little pit stop,” perfect for a quick getaway.

If you’re up for exploring, don’t miss the nearby Devil’s Gulch, a local highlight that adds to the park's appeal. Whether you’re here for a night or a weekend, Split Rock Park offers a laid-back camping experience with plenty of opportunities to connect with nature.

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Location

Split Rock Park is located in South Dakota

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Coordinates

43.7200006 N
96.50200097 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

Stay Connected

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

Site Types

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

Features

For Campers

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

For Vehicles

  • 30 Amp Hookups

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Reviewed Aug. 11, 2024

Beautiful Scenery, Clean Park

This place is so cool! The falls was constructed during the Great Depression by the WPA, and the visitors center is made from the same pink quartz that lines the river. Really cool kayaking into Devils Gulch and up the Split Rock Creek. Will return to this nicely kept State Park. Gas station in town is quaint but has a public restroom and some basic supplies. Really lovely town. Falls lull you to sleep at night and the trains passing by are really neat to hear. Trains will go by till around midnight.

Site14
Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Carolyn M., August 11, 2024
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Carolyn M., August 11, 2024
Reviewed Jun. 12, 2024

No showers/toilets

It is a beautiful little park. Good place for kayaking or fishing. I was just there to camp. The park is small. There are no showers or toilets, just outhouses, and they were a good distance for me to walk being disabled. If you have T-Mobile, there is absolutely NO service.

Site10
Month of VisitJune
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  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Ila R., June 12, 2024
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Reviewed Feb. 26, 2022

Family favorite

We love the tent camping. Large sites. Dog friendly. Trees for the hammock. We have 3 kids 5 and under. They like it too, but there are cliffs and water, so plan accordingly. Also, trains. The kids think it's cool watching the trains to by, but they do go in the middle of the night. So, if that's a deal breaker for you, so be it. If, like me, it's not, then this is definitely worth checking out.

Site35
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Cody H., February 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Cody H., February 26, 2022
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Cody H., February 26, 2022
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Reviewed Jul. 16, 2021

Beautiful lil place

Beautiful lil place with lots of scenery to look at, only a few rv spots, but a lot of nice tent spots. Might not be the greatest for kids under 5 , due to all the cliffs, but other than that we loved it!!

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by amber P., July 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by amber P., July 16, 2021
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by amber P., July 16, 2021
Reviewed Jul. 12, 2021

Trains

Im not sure why everyone is glossing over the train noise...they dont just pass, they blow a LOUD horn right as they go by. It happened multiple times throughout the night, felt like every hour. It would wake even the heaviest sleeper. Hard pass on this spot if you want to sleep.

Also, there is only one bathroom that is a pit toilet and not very clean. Ive stayed in nicer free campsites.

Site19
Month of VisitJuly
Reviewed Jun. 27, 2021

Nice little pit stop

A very clean little spot, like everyone says it’s close to train tracks so not for light sleepers. Overall it was a very nice campground.

Site9
Month of VisitJune
Reviewed Jun. 19, 2021

Nice area with train noise

Beautiful spot. Easy water access. Only hitch is you're very close to train tracks and the trains tend to be quite loud as they pass.

Site9
Month of VisitJune
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by ryan W., June 19, 2021
Reviewed May. 31, 2021

Well maintained near train tracks

A well maintained city campground with vault toilets and convenient nearby dump station just outside the park. Night time train traffic may be a negative for light sleepers.

Site9
Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Bill S., May 31, 2021
Reviewed Sep. 13, 2020

Lovely Place

Beautiful spot. Go see Devils Gultch! There was a really nice dump station outside of the park near entrance to Devil’s Gultch.

Reviewed Aug. 2, 2018

Peaceful small town campground

This is a pretty little campground next to a river. Tent sites have a loop in the back and rv sites are along the road. This campground is never full so if you need a spot for a night, this would be a good one to check. Lots of green grass and a nice playground. Many people do some fishing here too.

Month of VisitMay
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Stacy R., August 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Stacy R., August 2, 2018
  • Review photo of Split Rock Park by Stacy R., August 2, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does Split Rock Park have RV hookups?

    According to TheDyrt.com, Split Rock Park has 30 amp electric hookups.

  • Are fires allowed at Split Rock Park?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Split Rock Park, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

  • Does Split Rock Park have wifi?

    Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Split Rock Park does have wifi.

  • Is there cell phone reception at Split Rock Park?

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