Lodges
Lodges are a great place for group gatherings during any time of the year, whether with relatives for a summer reunion, hunting buddies in the fall, company meetings and gatherings or a family get-together during the holidays. Seven of our state parks and recreation areas offer lodges. Each is unique in style and history; offering beautiful locations and a distinctive opportunity for everyone to enjoy a celebration, gathering or stay in these beautiful parks.
Fees and Locations
- All fees are per-night.
- Two night minimum stay is required.
- Add $10 for each additional person, with prior approval from park.
- Additional fees apply if using adjacent campsites. Check with specific park for details.
- Lodge fees do not include entrance fees, which are required year-round and in most areas.
- Additional reservation fees may apply.
- A $25 fee will be charged for canceling a lodge reservation more than 30 days in advance.
- A fee of $25/night will be charged on lodge cancellations made less than 30 days in advance.
Lake Thompson Recreation Area:
Sleeps 12 | $240
Mina Lake Recreation Area:
Sleeps 8 | $185
Newton Hills State Park:
Sleeps 12 | $240
Oahe Downstream Recreation Area:
No overnight accommodations. | $125 | No stay length requirement.
Palisades State Park:
Sleeps 12 | $240
Shadehill Recreation Area:
Sleeps 10 | $185
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area:
Sleeps 12 | $240
Accommodations
- Furnishings: beds (no linens), tables, and chairs
- Appliances: range, refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, gas grill, toaster, television, and fireplace
- Electricity
- Hot showers
What to bring
- Cooking utensils (some lodges furnish these items)
- Food
- Sleeping bag / bed linens
- Personal toiletries
- Flashlight
- Coffee maker filters
Reservations
- Reservations required. www.campsd.com or 1-800-710-2267
- Reservations open one year before arrival.
- Must be made by midnight two days prior to arrival. Please call the park 24 hours in advance to arrange key pick-up.
- Available year-round.
Accessibility
Each of the seven lodges features wheelchair accessible sidewalks, ramps, nearby parking, wide doors and accessible shower and kitchen facilities. Service animals are permitted inside the lodges. Please inform the park staff, in advance, if you will be bringing your service animal to the lodge.