$22.00 USD per night, starting at.
Split Rock Park Campground has sites available for Instant Book. When you select Instant Book, your reservation will be automatically approved.
Any non-Instant Book sites will still require campground approval.
Overview
Welcome to Split Rock Park Campground, located on the Northwestern edge of Garretson where 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! Split Rock Park houses both RV and tent camping sites which include 30/50 amp 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 visitor center that 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. Whether its for a short and or long term stay, we hope to see you soon!
We are open May 1st to October 31st, weather dependent.
Open Dates: May 1 to October 31
Rates
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).
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 |
Rules
Check in Check out
Check out is 2 pm. Check in is 3pm.
Off road vehicles
Use of UTV, ATV, Dirt bikes, Go carts, or any vehicle designed for off road use is not allowed on property operated by the City of Garretson. This includes both combustion and electric motors. Exemption: Vehicles listed above which are licensed and equipped for road use. Other rules listed in this section still apply to licensed vehicles. NO vehicle listed above shall be driven by any person under the legal driving age or without a valid driver license. NO vehicle listed above shall be driven on any surface other that those maintained as a roadway. This exclusion includes hiking trails and paths, and grass areas.
Length of Stay
All campers are limited to a 5 day maximum length of stay at Split Rock Park Campground. We have no water or sewer hook-ups, only electricity. Campers must vacate the park for a minimum of 24 hrs. After four days campers must select a different site following the 24hr out period.
Quiet Time
Quiet time is from 11pm to 8 am.
No Dumping
There is no dumping gray or black water tanks at sites. However, there is a DUMP STATION at 612 5th Street, one block away!
Firewood
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. Firewood available for purchase at Jesse James Country Store and Palisades Oil Stop and Shop.
No Fireworks
Fireworks are prohibited.
Contact Information
Park Staff is available from 8am to 8pm. You can call for assistance at the campground number listed on your Reservation Confirmation Page. 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.
Picnic Shelter
The picnic shelter is rented by the day. Hours of use are 9 am - 9 pm.
Extra Vehicles
Sites may only fit 2 vehicles, but there is plenty of overflow parking in the main parking lot.
Pet Policy
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. If your pet persist in disturbing other campers, you will need to pull up your camping site and leave the park.
Amenities
Pets Allowed
Toilet
Gravel Roads
Drinking Water
Fire Ring / Grill
Gasoline Nearby
Playground
Picnic Area
Back-in RV Sites
RV Hookup
Slide Outs
Waterfront
50 Amps
Picnic Table
30 Amps
Activities
Kayaking & Canoeing
Historic Sightseeing
Fishing
Lifestyles
Family Friendly
Pet Friendly
Tent Camping
RVing
Listing Types
Public Park
City Park
Campground Map
Area Tips
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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