Lake Vermillion Recreation Area Campground

Open

Open year-round. Between October 1 and April 30, showers, flush toilets, and water systems may be closed; vault toilets remain operational. Reservations can be made up to 90 days in advance. A state park entrance license is required for all motorized vehicles and is not included in reservation costs.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 2 at 6:21PM CDT until July 2 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD

6:21 PM — 7:00 PM

SVRFSD The National Weather Service in Sioux Falls has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning for... Moody County in east central South Dakota... Lake County in east central South Dakota... Northern Minnehaha County in southeastern South Dakota... Extreme eastern Miner County in east central South Dakota... Northeastern McCook County in southeastern South Dakota... * Until 700 PM CDT. * At 620 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Ramona to Madison to near Montrose, moving east at 45 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. * Severe thunderstorms will be near... Madison, Wentworth, and Nunda around 625 PM CDT. Colman and Chester around 630 PM CDT. Other locations in the path of these severe thunderstorms include Flandreau, Egan, Dell Rapids and Trent.

Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 2 at 6:08PM CDT until July 2 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Sioux Falls SD

6:08 PM — 9:00 PM

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 439 REMAINS VALID UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN SOUTH DAKOTA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 18 COUNTIES IN CENTRAL SOUTH DAKOTA JERAULD IN EAST CENTRAL SOUTH DAKOTA BEADLE BROOKINGS KINGSBURY LAKE MINER MOODY SANBORN IN SOUTH CENTRAL SOUTH DAKOTA AURORA BRULE DOUGLAS IN SOUTHEAST SOUTH DAKOTA DAVISON HANSON HUTCHINSON LINCOLN MCCOOK MINNEHAHA TURNER THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF ALEXANDRIA, ALPENA, ARLINGTON, ARMOUR, BRIDGEWATER, BROOKINGS, CANISTOTA, CANTON, CENTERVILLE, CHAMBERLAIN, CHANCELLOR, CLAYTON, CORSICA, DE SMET, DELMONT, EMERY, FLANDREAU, FREEMAN, HARRISBURG, HOWARD, HURLEY, HURON, IRENE, KIMBALL, LAKE PRESTON, LENNOX, MADISON, MARION, MENNO, MITCHELL, MONTROSE, ORLAND, PARKER, PARKSTON, PLANKINTON, SALEM, SIOUX FALLS, STICKNEY, TEA, TRIPP, VIBORG, WESSINGTON SPRINGS, WHITE LAKE, AND WOONSOCKET.

About

Known for its clear waters and abundant fish, Lake Vermillion Recreation Area is a popular place among fishermen, boaters and swimmers. During the fall, sportsmen can find waterfowl and upland game within minutes from the park. This 512-acre reservoir is located 27 miles west of Sioux Falls. Three campgrounds with both electrical and non-electrical sites and camping cabins provide plenty of space for overnight visitors. You can hit the beach, rent a canoe or kayak or unpack your fishing gear to haul in a catch of walleye, northern pike, crappie or blue gill. If you choose to stay in a cabin at Lake Vermillion Recreation Area, they are available year-round. Each sleeps four people and is furnished with a set of bunk beds, double bed, table, benches and heating/air conditioning. Lake Vermillion was created by impounding waters from the east fork of the Vermillion River in 1958. The river itself was first noted on an 1801 map by a French trapper who called it Otter Stream. The word vermillion means vivid red color. Some say the stream got its name from the outcropping of red quartzite along its bank. Along with red, you'll find three other R's at Lake Vermillion Recreation Area: rest, relaxation and recreation.

Directions

Located 5 miles south of I-90 at Montrose Exit 374, approximately 27 miles west of Sioux Falls. Address: 26140 451st Ave, Canistota, SD 57012.

Amenities

Water Yes
Fires Allowed Yes
Toilets Yes
Dump Station Yes
Wifi
Pets Allowed Yes
Showers Yes
Electric Hookups Yes
Water Hookups No
Sewer Hookups No
Camp Store
Price $6 - $60

Vehicle

Max RV Length 100ft
Max Trailer Length 100ft
Big Rig Friendly
Pull Through Sites Yes

Contact

Email LakeVermillion@state.sd.us
Phone +1 (605) 773-5877

Cell Service

AT&T Yes
Verizon Yes
T-Mobile Yes

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