Lake Vermillion Rec Area

Donald Poole

This is one of the finest small state parks that I have ever visited. It is so family-friendly. Much attention was given to the layout of camping areas for as much privacy as possible. The swimming beach is excellent and the picnic areas as well. You'll never regret driving off the main highways and byways and is it this park.

Jennifer Blood

Beautiful, quiet and large campsites. Showers are clean and well kept. Family of 5 with kids ages 6 to 17 all were relaxed and had a good time. Our view from our campsite on the West Loop.

Murry Smith

Very clean and relaxing! This place has to be South Dakota's best kept secret! The staff are extremely friendly and helpful, they manictre the grounds as if it were a mansion, most of the camp sites are very spacious and give you a beautiful view of the lake. The park rangers are also very nice and patrol quite often. The views, serenity and peace of this park really does make a relaxing and enjoyable stay! They have boat ramps on both sides of the lake with easy access in and out. The bathrooms and showers are super clean and always well stocked. This is our first time visiting and it won't be our last! If you're looking for peace, quiet, scenery and extreme cleanliness, you'll find it all here!

Jason M (The Happy Campers)

One of our favorites state parks on this 5 year journey RV’ing the US. Very clean park. Check-in was smooth and staff was friendly. Campground includes boat ramp, tent camping, cabins, kids playground and dedicated swimming area off the lake. Our campsite was level and site clean. Verizon phones got weak 4g. DirecTV (free standing satellite) had no issue getting signal. Campground is about 10mins from freeway (i90) and 30mins from a decent grocery store. Our only issue is the late checkout time, which is 4pm… so don’t arrive too early. Reservations available online for this state park. While at this campground we visited Falls Park in Sioux Falls and the Corn Palace (disappointment). Our family is currently traveling this beautiful country via RV style, and have been RV'ing for many years. Therefore, we have an idea between high-standard qualities and poor quality. We utilize Trip Advisor and Google to assist us on locating top attractions, tasty restaurants and exciting locations within our wonderful country. Follow our adventure via Facebook/Instagram; “Happy Campers 227”.