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Split Rock Park Campground

Garretson, South Dakota

7 RV Sites, 20 Tent Sites

5.02 reviews
Split Rock Park Campground in Garretson, South Dakota, offers seven RV sites with 30-amp electric service and 20 tent sites on the banks of Split Rock Creek, sized for rigs to 40 feet with fire pits and picnic tables. A boat ramp and playground sit beside a natural waterfall where the creek cuts through pink Sioux quartzite. Seven back-in sites carry 30-amp electric only, sized to 40 feet, with fire pits and picnic tables — there are no water or sewer hookups, so arrive self-contained. Twenty tent sites cover simpler camping. Restrooms and portable toilets serve the grounds. This is a community park rather than a commercial campground, and the infrastructure reflects that honestly. Pets are welcome. The geology is the reason to come. Split Rock Creek cuts through exposed pink Sioux quartzite to form a natural waterfall and narrow gorge — a landscape of ancient bedrock and clear spring-fed water that contrasts sharply with the flat agricultural plains surrounding Garretson. A boat ramp gives paddlers direct launch access, with fishing, canoeing, and kayaking from the creek, and a playground for families. The combination of geological uniqueness, creek fishing, and paddling launch infrastructure gives this small park genuine regional draw well beyond its size. Garretson sits on the northwestern edge of town in eastern South Dakota, within easy reach of Sioux Falls. The campground serves the short northern plains season, with summer paddling and fishing carrying the demand and fall bringing quieter conditions along the creek. With seven RV sites, reserve ahead for summer weekends.

What does this place offer

  • Bathrooms
  • Boat Ramp
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Pet Friendly
  • Playground
  • Portable Toilet

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5.0
Overall rating
2 reviews
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EugeneLincoln, Missouri
July 2025
We camped in a travel trailer 31'long in site 19 it was hard to get into our site with other campers across the road from us. It was very tight. The site was nice and the campground was lovely with the water right there. The only real downfall was the train the was always going through. It went until at least...Show more
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SylvainShefford, Quebec
June 2025
Very clean and quiet and dump station is very close.

Location

512 5th St, Garretson, SD 57030, USA

Things to know

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 2:00 PM

Rules

Check-In Procedure - Drive safely and proceed directly to your assigned site number if the attendant is not available. - Park Staff is available from 8 am to 10 pm. You can call for assistance at (605) 323-5031. - If you have a problem after hours, the local police nonemergency line is (605) 367-7000. If it is an emergency, dial 9-1-1. - While each park attempts to accommodate your exact spot request, the on-site manager has the ultimate decision for spot placement. Picnic Shelter: - The picnic shelter is rented by the day. - Hours of use are 9 am - 9 pm. Quiet Time: Quiet time is from 11 pm to 8 am. No Dumping: - There is no dumping of gray or black water tanks at sites. - However, there is a DUMP STATION at 612 5th Street, one block away! No Fireworks: Fireworks are prohibited. Firewood: - Firewood must be purchased locally. - Please do not bring it in from other areas. - Use fire pits for wood burning only. - Please do not discard glass, aluminum cans, plastic, or styrofoam in fire pits. Pet Policy: - Pets are welcome at the park, but must be kept on a leash and cleaned up after. - Pets who disturb fellow campers will receive one warning only. Inclement Weather: - In case of inclement weather, Zion Lutheran Church, located at 212 N Center Avenue, will be used as a shelter. Contact Information: - Park Staff is available from 8 am to 9 pm. - You can call for assistance at the campground number listed on your Reservation Confirmation Page. - If you have a problem after hours, the local police non-emergency line is (605) 367-7000. If it is an emergency, dial 9-1-1. Extra Vehicles: Sites may only fit 2 vehicles, but there is plenty of overflow parking in the main parking lot.

Cancellation Policy

Campground Cancellation Policy - 100% refund until 7 days before check-in. 50% percent refund 3 days prior, then 2 days prior the reservation is no longer refundable. - All refund calculations exclude the RoverPass service fees and credit card processing, which are non-refundable. RoverPass Cancellation Policy - The platform and processing fees are non-refundable. - Spot2Nite convenience fees are non-refundable.