State Parks

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Llewellyn Johns Recreation Area

A small, get-away park, Llewellyn Johns' ten 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.

Activities

Camping

Fees

Daily: $6 per vehicle
Annual: $30 first vehicle | $15 for second vehicle | $65 transferable license
Campsites - electrical: $15

Park Specs

Open: Year-round

Park Size: 10 campsites

Directions:

12 miles south of Lemmon off SD Hwy 73

Nearest Town: Lemmon

Make Reservations

Make reservation online or call 1.800.710.CAMP (2267).

Maps

Contact Info

Llewellyn Johns Recreation Area
19150 Summerville Road
Shadehill, SD 57653
605.374.5114
Email: Shadehill@state.sd.us

Amenities

Campground
Drinking water
Electric campsites
Picnic Shelter
Vault toilets

Park Rating

GPS Coordinates

Latitude: 45.7754
Longitude: -102.1774