Just under two miles northwest of downtown Watertown, Thomas Lake City Park and Campground operates as a municipal facility from May through October. The campground sits within the city park system, providing established camping infrastructure with direct access to Thomas Lake's shoreline.
Campers can launch watercraft directly from the park's boat ramp or fish from designated areas along the lake. The municipal setting means city services and amenities remain close at hand. For additional overnight options, campgrounds near Watertown include several private facilities within a few miles of the lake. Reserve ahead during peak summer weekends when local events draw crowds to the area.
Map & DirectionsThomas Lake City Park and Campground is located in South Dakota near Watertown
Directions
From jct US-81 & Hwy-20: Go 3 mi NW on Hwy-20 to S Lake Dr.
Address
90 South Lake Dr
Watertown, SD 57201
Coordinates
44.89940953 N
97.11507367 W
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 25 min from Sioux Falls, SD
- 1 hr 53 min from Fargo, ND
- 2 hrs 48 min from St. Cloud, MN
- 3 hrs 5 min from Mankato, MN
