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Welcome to Split Rock Park Campground!
On the Northwestern edge of Garretson, a small waterfall is created by a dam across the Split Rock Creek, drawing the eye and attention of all who cross the bridge into town. This beautiful dam was created in 1934 by WPA workers who laid native stone across the river, and was updated in 2016.
Split Rock Park houses both RV and tent camping sites, boat launch areas that are perfect for canoes and kayaks, a small swimming area north of the dam, a beautiful view of three unique bridges, playground, fishing areas, and an old Sioux Quartzite bathhouse that now houses a small museum and snack area.
The Jesse James Pontoon sets sail by appointment during the summer months, showcasing the beautiful rock canyons and wildlife that is found north of the park. South of the dam is another kayak and canoe launch, which allows for travel down to Palisades State Park by water. With downtown Garretson just three short blocks away and Devil's Gulch right next door, Split Rock Park is a wonderful space to camp and play.
We are open April 1st to October 31st, weather dependent.
NOW OPEN: The Split Rock Park Visitor's Center is open daily 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. until Labor Day. Enjoy souvenirs, ice cream, coffee, and more!
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For an in-depth map of Split Rock Park Campground, please click here.
Open Dates: April 1 to October 31
There is room for the RV, tow vehicle, and 1 extra vehicle per site. If you need to bring more vehicles beyond that, we do have overflow parking available away from the site.
There are electric hookups at the site. There is a main water source is away from the site.
Options | Starting Daily | Starting Weekly | Starting Monthly | |
30 Amp RV Site | $22.00 | Choose Your Site | ||
50 Amp RV Sites | $22.00 | Choose Your Site |
Sites will fit up to 3 tents (for an additional fee). Sites 24, 25, and 28 can fit up to 5 tents.
If you need special exceptions, please give us a call.
There is room for 2 cars per site, but we do have overflow parking away from the sites if you need to bring more cars.
Vehicle or hammock camping counts as tent camping.
Options | Starting Daily | Starting Weekly | Starting Monthly | |
Primitive Large Tent Sites | $15.00 | Choose Your Site |
Sites will fit up to 2 tents (for an additional fee).
If you need special exceptions, please give us a call.
There is room for 2 cars per site, but we do have overflow parking away from the sites if you need to bring more cars.
Vehicle or hammock camping counts as tent camping.
Options | Starting Daily | Starting Weekly | Starting Monthly | |
Primitive Medium Tent Sites | $15.00 | Choose Your Site |
Sites will fit 1 tent.
If you need special exceptions, please give us a call.
There is room for 2 cars per site, but we do have overflow parking away from the sites if you need to bring more cars.
Vehicle or hammock camping counts as tent camping.
Options | Starting Daily | Starting Weekly | Starting Monthly | |
Primitive Regular Tent Sites | $15.00 | Choose Your Site |
Our picnic shelter can be rented out for the entire day from 9 am - 9 pm.
Day Use Only. If you would like to stay overnight, you must also book a Tent or RV site. To book the Picnic Shelter, the check-in date will be the day you would like use of the shelter and the check-out date will be the following day.
Options | Starting Daily | Starting Weekly | Starting Monthly | |
Picnic Shelter | $30.00 | Choose Your Site |
The picnic shelter is rented by the day. Hours of use are 9 am - 9 pm.
There is no dumping gray or black water tanks at sites. However, there is a dump station at 612 5th Street.
Quiet time is from 11pm to 8 am.
Fireworks are prohibited.
Firewood must be purchased locally. Please do not bring it in from other areas. Use fire pits for wood burning only. Please do not discard glass, aluminum cans, plastic, or styrofoam in fire pits.
Sites may only fit 2 vehicles, but there is plenty of overflow parking in the parking lot.
Pets are welcome at the park, but must be kept on a leash and cleaned up after. Pets who disturb fellow campers will receive one warning only.
In case of inclement weather, Zion Lutheran Church, located at 212 N Center Avenue, will be used as a shelter.
Park Staff is available from 8am to 10pm. You can call for assistance at (605) 323-5031 or cell (605) 594-2225. If you have a problem after hours, the local police non-emergency line is (605) 367-7000. If it is an emergency, dial 9-1-1.
30 Amps
50 Amps
Back-in RV Sites
Drinking Water
Fire Ring / Grill
Gasoline Nearby
Gravel Roads
Picnic Table
Playground
RV Hookup
Slide Outs
Waterfront
Pets Allowed
Picnic Area
Toilet
Fishing
Historic Sightseeing
Kayaking & Canoeing
Family Friendly
Pet Friendly
RVing
Tent Camping
City Park
Public Park
Nearby is the park known as Devil's Gulch, where the infamous outlaw Jesse James jumped the gulch and escaped the posse. Palisades State Park, one of the most popular state parks in South Dakota, is 2 miles south. The downtown area of Garretson features restaurants and shopping, two wineries are within 1 mile of town, and the city of Sioux Falls is located a short 30 minute drive southwest.
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