Lewis and Clark Lake

P.O Box 710, NE Highway 121
Yankton, SD 57078-0710

Straddling the Nebraska/South Dakota border, Gavins Point Dam, SD is the smallest of the six Missouri River main stem dams and the southernmost dam on the river. Lewis and Clark Lake, named for the first documented explorers of the Louisiana Territory, is 25 miles long, has 90 miles of shoreline, and 27 recreation areas offering camping, picnicking, fishing, hunting, boating, water-skiing, swimming, bird-watching, hiking, photography, and biking opportunities.

Directions

From Yankton, west on SD 52 or north on northeast 121.

Reviews

Lewis and Clark Lake campgrounds are well-regarded for their beautiful natural setting, clean and well-maintained facilities, and friendly, helpful hosts. Visitors enjoy spacious, peaceful sites often featuring lake or river views, with good access to recreational activities such as fishing, biking, kayaking, and hiking. Though there are occasional reports of noise disturbances, maintenance issues, limited water hookups, and some accessibility challenges, overall the campground provides a relaxing and scenic outdoor experience.

Clean and well-maintained restrooms and showers

Friendly and helpful campground hosts and staff

Spacious campsites with lake or river views

Peaceful and quiet environment

Good access to fishing, biking, kayaking, and hiking

Limited or no water hookups at individual campsites

Some campsites are close together, limiting privacy

Occasional noise disturbances from other campers, dogs, or nearby traffic

Maintenance issues including road potholes and uneven pads

Occasional limited internet/cell service and staff presence

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Stan C S

Campground:Cottonwood (Ne)

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Reviewed 16 days ago

Mike K

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Reviewed 17 days ago

The campground was so clean, quiet and well maintained. Nicest campground around!

Alan W

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Reviewed 18 days ago

Amazing campground!

Steven G

Campground:Cottonwood (Ne)

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Reviewed 22 days ago

Great time had by all.

Bruce H

Campground:Cottonwood (Ne)

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Reviewed 23 days ago

Always a peaceful stay. Nice size sites, clean restroom and showers and a beautiful view, especially in the fall. We come every year to fish & spend time with friends.

Kimberly f

Campground:Nebraska Tailwaters

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Reviewed 23 days ago

Beautiful site along the river - Super shower house

Keep your options open

Watch for a matching campsite across monitored campgrounds in Lewis and Clark Lake.