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Wylie Park Campground & Storybook Land

Wylie Park Campground sits inside a city park in Aberdeen, South Dakota, where the main draw is less about wilderness and more about family-oriented recreation. Storybook Land, a small theme park adjacent to the campground, pulls in families with young children throughout the summer. Wylie Lake, go-carts, bumper boats, and mini-golf round out the activity options on site. Hiking trails are available within the park as well. Campers looking for campgrounds around Aberdeen will find this is one of the more activity-dense options in the region.

The campground has two distinct areas: a main section with mature trees and reasonable spacing between sites, and a newer North Campground with less established vegetation. Full hookups with electric, water, and sewer connections are available, along with WiFi, making it practical for longer stays. Two bathhouse facilities serve the campground, and the shower stalls include a private sink area in front, which allows campers to shave or wash up without occupying the shower itself. Sites run $36 or more per night for full hookups.

Crowd patterns are worth factoring into trip planning. On weekends, the park fills with families and the noise level rises considerably, with geese from the adjacent waterfowl pond adding to the mix. Midweek visits tend to see occupancy around 50 percent. Ross B. describes it as "very clean, well laid out, everyone was very nice." The campground runs from April 1 through October 31 and is a good match for families with children who plan to use the park's attractions.

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Map & DirectionsWylie Park Campground & Storybook Land is located in South Dakota near Aberdeen

Public Campground

Address

2202 24th Ave NW
Aberdeen, SD 57401

Coordinates

45.49005407 N
98.52190967 W

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Last on 9/12/26
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Access

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Site Types

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Features

For Campers

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

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Sanitary Dump
Sewer Hookups
Water Hookups
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Drive Time

2 hrs 38 min from Fargo, ND
2 hrs 48 min from Bismarck, ND
2 hrs 58 min from Sioux Falls, SD
3 hrs 34 min from Grand Forks, ND

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Reviews5 Camper Reviews - Wylie Park Campground & Storybook Land

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Many campers appreciated the clean, well-maintained sites and family-friendly amenities like Storybook Land. Weekend visits can be quite busy with children, while midweek offers a quieter experience.

Roger G.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 31, 2024

Cute campground in a nice area

We were there at a very quiet time. It's a pretty, well maintained park with two bath and shower houses. I think it may be a little snug for some at the busy time of the year. I've of the things I really like is that the shower stalls have a private area in front of them with a sink for shaving or whatever allowing you to do what you need without taking up space.

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Month of VisitOctober

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Mason

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 2, 2022

Great for families!

Great, clean park for families with young kids. Numerous playgrounds scattered all over with a small theme park. Sites have full hookups which make long stays more enjoyable. Will visit again!

Month of VisitJune

Jon C.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 14, 2021

Great campground

Great campground with storybook park right next door.

Site60

Month of VisitJune

Marc G.

Guide

Reviewed Jun. 3, 2020

Quiet midweek, lots of kids on weekends

The main campground itself at Wylie Park is rather attractive with mature trees and reasonable site spacing (there's a secondary North Campground that's newer with less mature vegetation). Pricing is a little high at $36+/night for FHU, but the reason folks come here is for the park's other amenities including Storybook Land, Wylie Lake, go-carts, bumper boats, mini-golf, etc. This place is a kids' paradise.

Which leads to the situation on weekends: this place is positively overrun with kids. Kids crying, kids riding their bikes through your campsite (and ill-informed adults, too). The geese in the waterfowl pond adjacent to the campground made quite the racket, too, but that didn't bother us. The kids did. Fine if that's your thing, but to a couple of 50-somethings without kids anymore, this was annoying.

Midweek, though, the place was terrific, maybe 50% occupied. Staff was friendly and welcoming.

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Month of VisitMay

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Ross B.

Guide

Reviewed Jul. 2, 2018

Awesome place to stay

Great place right next to Storybook Land. Very clean, well laid out, everyone was very nice.

Month of VisitJune

Frequently Asked Questions

How close is Wylie Park Campground to Storybook Land in Aberdeen, SD?

Wylie Park Campground is located right next to Storybook Land in Aberdeen, SD. The two attractions are essentially part of the same complex, making it extremely convenient for campers who want to visit the theme park. You can easily walk from your campsite to enjoy Storybook Land's attractions without having to drive or travel far, which is one of the main draws for families staying at the campground.

What amenities and facilities are available at Wylie Park Campground?

Wylie Park Campground offers full hookup sites with water, electric, and sewer connections. The campground features two bath and shower houses, with shower stalls that include private changing areas with sinks. The facility is well-maintained and clean, with mature trees providing shade at many sites in the main campground area. There's also a North Campground section that's newer with less mature vegetation. Throughout the park, you'll find numerous playgrounds scattered across the grounds, making it ideal for families with children.

What do reviews say about camping at Wylie Park Campground?

Wylie Park Campground is highly regarded as a clean, well-maintained facility with a family-friendly atmosphere. The campground layout is well-designed with reasonable site spacing in the main area, though it may feel somewhat crowded during peak season. Many appreciate the mature trees in the main campground section that provide good shade. Visitors consistently highlight the campground's proximity to Storybook Land as a major benefit, especially for families with young children. The full hookups make longer stays more comfortable, though some feel the pricing is somewhat high for the amenities provided.

Is there a map of Wylie Park Campground showing camping sites and layout?

While specific map information isn't detailed in available sources, Wylie Park Campground consists of two distinct camping areas: the main campground with mature trees and reasonable spacing between sites, and a newer North Campground section with less mature vegetation. The campground layout is described as well-designed and organized. For an official campground map showing site numbers and layout, visitors should contact the park office directly or check the official Aberdeen Parks and Recreation website. Having a map is particularly helpful for selecting sites closer to the bathhouses or playgrounds.

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