Platte Creek Recreation Area Campground
Open year-round. From October 1 through April 30, showers, flush toilets, and water systems are closed; only vault toilets remain operational. Reservations available online at campsd.com or by calling 1-800-710-2267.
About
Fishing and water recreation draws a quieter crowd to Platte Creek Recreation Area to enjoy Lake Francis Case on the Missouri River. Visitors to Platte Creek enjoy natural features similar to those at Snake Creek, but from a quieter campground with similar amenities. The earliest maps refer to this stream as Fish Creek. After the 1880s, the creek was renamed to honor Bernard Pratte, who operated a fur post near the mouth of the creek. A spelling error forever changed the name to Platte Creek. It was in this area, also, that Lewis and Clark were told to watch for the "burning bluffs."
Directions
From Platte, SD: Drive 8 miles west and 10 miles south via SD Highway 44. Alternatively, take Highway 50 south 6 miles then west 8 miles.
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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 | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 68ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 68ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| SnakeCreek@state.sd.us | |
| Phone | +1 (605) 773-5527 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| SD Game, Fish & Parks - Platte Creek Recreation Area |
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