Dispersed Camping in Yankton County, South Dakota
Showing 6 locations in Yankton County.
Cottonwood Day Use Shelter
A developed day-use picnic shelter offering recreational amenities such as disc golf, volleyball, and a playground next to Lake Yankton. Overnight camping or overnight parking is not allowed.
Cottonwood Recreation Area
A highly rated federal recreation area situated just downstream of Gavins Point Dam along Lake Yankton. This spacious, well-maintained campground features level paved sites with electric hookups, fire rings, picnic tables, exceptionally clean restrooms, and hot showers.
Gavins Point Overlook Day Use Shelter
A developed scenic overlook day-use shelter situated above the Gavins Point Dam, offering panoramic views of the Missouri River. Recreational facilities are available, but overnight camping is prohibited.
Green Island Primitive Camping
Primitive boat-in tent sites on Green Island, offering complete natural isolation along the Missouri River.
Lewis and Clark Recreation Area
A clean and well-maintained state recreation area situated along the scenic reservoir shoreline. The campground offers paved, developed sites with access to modern amenities including hot showers and drinking water.
Nebraska Tailwaters Campground
A developed USACE campground situated on the southern bank of the Missouri River just below the Gavins Point Dam. It offers excellent river access, boat ramps, a fishing pier, and adjacent hiking trails.