State Parks

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Snake Creek Recreation Area

Lake Francis Case draws visitors to Snake Creek Recreation Area. The park is popular with boaters and anglers, as well those looking for scenic beauty along the Missouri River. History buffs will enjoy knowing that the Lewis and Clark expedition traveled through the area, where they were told to watch for "burning bluffs" along the river.

The Lewis and Clark expedition has forever left its mark on this area with the story of Private George Shannon. Shannon, the youngest member of the expedition at 19 years old, became lost when he was sent to fetch strayed horses. Thinking the crew had moved up river, Shannon raced to meet the boats. When he was found exhausted and starving two weeks later, he quickly learned that the expedition had been downstream from him the entire time.

Activities

Basketball
Biking
Boating
Camping
Fishing
Hiking
Historical interest
Horseshoes
Swimming
Volleyball

Fees

Daily: $6 per vehicle
Annual: $30 first vehicle | $15 for second vehicle | $65 transferable license
Campsites - electrical: $19
Campsites - non-electrical: $15
Camping Cabins: $40 per night

Park Specs

Open: Year-round

Park Size: 2 campgrounds with 115 campsites and 10 cabins (each sleep 4 people)

Directions:

14 miles west of Platte off SD Hwy 44.

Nearest Town: Platte

Make Reservations

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

Maps

Contact Info

Snake Creek Recreation Area
35316 SD Hwy 44
Platte, SD 57369
605.337.2587
Email: SnakeCreek@state.sd.us

Amenities

Beach
Boat Ramp
Campground
Camping cabins
Drinking water
Dump station
Electric campsites
Fish cleaning station
Fishing pole checkout
Marina
Picnic Shelter
Playground
Resort
Vault toilets