A forested campground near fishing. Most campsites have no hookups.
Known for its clear waters and abundant fish, Lake Vermillion Recreation Area is a popular place among fishermen, boaters and swimmers. During the fall, sportsmen can find waterfowl and upland game within minutes from the park.













Dump station on site.
Availability on Go Outdoors. Showing 40 of 140 sites.
| Site | Fr 13 | Sa 14 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| T1 tent only - nonelectric | ✓ | ✓ | $16 |
| T2 tent only - nonelectric | ✓ | ✓ | $16 |
| T3 tent only - nonelectric | ✓ | ✓ | $16 |
| T4 tent only - nonelectric | ✓ | ✓ | $16 |
| 1 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 2 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 3 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 4 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 5 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 6 back-in campsite |
Hookups (individual campsites): 4 no-hookup individual sites · group sites listed separately.
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| ✓ |
| $30 |
| 7 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 8 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 9 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 10 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 11 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 12 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 13 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 15 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 16 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 17 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 18 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 19 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 20 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 21 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 22 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 23 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 24 back-in campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 49 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 50 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 51 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 52 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 53 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 54 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 55 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 56 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 57 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 58 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 59 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 60 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
| 61 pull-off campsite | ✓ | ✓ | $30 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights6 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights5 sites open for every night139 individual reservable campsites from South Dakota State Parks, checked Nov 8 · 1 group site listed separately. Rates are the listed nightly rates.
107 sites · $30, $38/night
18 open Nov 13–Nov 15
19 sites · $30/night
19 open Nov 13–Nov 15
9 sites · $60/night
3 open Nov 13–Nov 15
4 sites · $16/night
4 open Nov 13–Nov 15
1 site · $6/night
0 open Nov 13–Nov 15
An idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.
Rentals that may deliver here. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

Travel trailer · 22 ft · sleeps 5 · 22 mi from campground
$99/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 33 ft · sleeps 10 · 26 mi from campground
$135/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 37 ft · sleeps 10 · 52 mi from campground
$150/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.

Sioux Falls area · 3 hr · from $110/person

Sioux Falls area · 2.5 hr · from $15/person

Sioux Falls area · 2 hr · from $10/person

Sioux Falls area · 2 hr · from $12/person
Share of site-nights open, booked and closed on South Dakota State Parks for the next months, checked Nov 8. Months further out may not be released for booking yet.
| Month | Open | Booked | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | 40% | 0% | 0% |
| Dec 2026 | 32% | 0% | 0% |
| Jan 2027 | 32% | 0% | 0% |

Sioux Falls area · 1.5 hr · from $27/person

Sioux Falls area · 1 hr · from $20/person

Sioux Falls area · 2 hr · from $10/person

Sioux Falls area · 2 hr · from $27/person

Sioux Falls area · 2 hr · from $10/person