Llewellyn Johns Recreation Area Campground
Open year-round. Water systems close October 1 through April 30; vault toilets remain available. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive nights.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 2 at 5:35PM MDT until July 2 at 6:15PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
At 535 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Shadehill, or 10 miles south of Lemmon, moving northeast at 25 mph. HAZARD...Golf ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Lemmon, Shadehill and eastern Shadehill Reservoir.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 2 at 5:35PM MDT until July 2 at 5:45PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
The storm which prompted the warning has weakened below severe limits, and no longer poses an immediate threat to life or property. Therefore, the warning will be allowed to expire. However, small hail, gusty winds, and heavy rain are still possible with this thunderstorm. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM MDT Thursday for a portion of northwest South Dakota.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued July 2 at 5:29PM MDT until July 2 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
At 529 PM MDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 8 miles northwest of Iron Lightning, or 18 miles north of Faith, moving east at 5 mph. HAZARD...Ping pong ball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Iron Lightning and Glad Valley.
About
A small, get-away park, Llewellyn Johns' 10 campsites offer a quiet camping experience. Nearby Shadehill Recreation Area offers recreational opportunities as well as points of historical interest to keep you busy all day. Or, if you prefer peace and quiet, this is a great campground to just sit back and relax. Many historic figures have crossed through the area, including Hugh Glass and Custer's 1874 Expedition. In 1823, Glass was attacked by a grizzly bear in this area, which is documented in the novel "Lord Grizzly." For more historical information, tour the Petrified Wood Park and Museum and the Grand River Museum, which displays artifacts and photos of life on the ranch, Native American history and more. At Shadehill Recreation Area, a beach and boat ramp gives you access to one of western South Dakota's largest lakes, Campgrounds and camping cabins let you spend extra time to appreciate the outdoors. A mile from Llewellyn Johns Recreation Area is the Grand River National Grassland, part of the vast Dakota Prairie Grasslands. Visitors can fish, hike, ride horses and backpack.
Directions
Located 12 miles south of Lemmon off South Dakota Highway 73. Address: 19150 Summerville Road, Shadehill, SD 57653.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $23 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 65ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 65ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (605) 374-5114 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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