Cottonwood (Ne) Day Use Shelter

Cottonwood (Ne) Day Use Shelter

A Rural campground in South Dakota

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Cottonwood (Ne) Day Use Shelter sits among the stunning landscapes of Lewis and Clark Lake in South Dakota . With 35 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.

Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Jul, Sep when the weather is most comfortable .

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🏕️ At a Glance

⛺ Sites: 35
🚙 Max RV: 45 feet ft
🏛️ Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
🚻 Restrooms: Yes
💧 Water: No
🐕 Pets: Allowed
🚿 Showers: No
🦅 Birding: 90/100 (Central Flyway)
⏱️ Stay Limit: 14 days
💲 Nightly Fee: $29-39
📅 Reservations: Required (Recreation.gov)
🌆 Best Seasons: Jul, Sep
📍 GPS: 42.863, -97.4846
🆔 Facility ID: 10290016

💳 Booking & Fees

📅 Reservations: Required - Book on Recreation.gov →
💵 Nightly Fee: $29-39
📋 Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.

⏰ Stay Limit: 14 days
💡 Tip: Book early for peak season (Jul, Sep). Sites can fill up months in advance.

💧 Water Access & Features

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📸 Discover the Beauty of Lewis and Clark Lake

The front end of a canoe on a river, the water still and reflecting large trees and clouds.
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Looking directly down a short railed bridge towards a calm river surrounded by leafless trees.
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Paddlers in warm-colored kayaks cluster along the grassy banks of a river's side channel.
NPS Photo / Jim Wilson / NPS
The Fort Clatsop Visitor Center, the front covered in large windows and large trees surrounding it.
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A wooden sign standing as a tall rectangle, the words Fort Clatsop carved of wood placed on it.
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A fifty foot square wooden fort surrounded by tall trees in a forest.
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🌤️ Best Time to Visit

Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.

🌞 Jul, Sep

🦅 Peak birding: Apr, May, Sep

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Cottonwood (Ne) Day Use Shelter located in Utica South Township, South Dakota, offering 35 camping sites.

Cottonwood (Ne) Day Use Shelter

A Rural campground in South Dakota

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📍 Directions

📍
Location
Utica South Township, South Dakota
💰
Fees
$29-39
⏱
Stay Limit
14 days
🚌
Max RV Length
45 feet
🐾
Pets
Available
📡
Cell Coverage
Verizon: Fair
AT&T: Fair
T-Mobile: Poor

Overview

Nearby Attractions

Nearby Attractions Include, Gavins Point Dam, Lewis and Clark and Historic Yankton, Sd.

Cottonwood Day Use Shelter Is Located Near Lake Yankton in Cottonwood Day Use Area.

Horse Shoe Pits, a Disc Golf Course, a Sand Volleyball Court, and a Playground All Sit Next to the Cottonwood Day Use Shelter. It Is Also Close to Lake Yankton Which Has Plenty of Shoreline Access for Fishing.

the Shelter Has Lights, Electricty, Water Near by, and a Large Grill.

Managed by: Us Army Corps of Engineers

Site Details

Campsite Information

  • Total Sites: 35
  • Hookup Types: Electric
  • Max RV Length: 45 feet

Amenities

  • 🚻 Restrooms: Available
  • 🚿 Showers: No
  • 🗑️ Dump Station: No
  • 💧 Potable Water: No
  • 🛝 Playground: Available
  • 🧺 Laundry: False
  • 📶 WiFi: False
  • 🏊 Swimming: No
  • 🎣 Fishing: Available
  • 🛥️ Boating: No
  • 🥾 Hiking: No

Map & Location

Address & Coordinates

Address: Utica South Township, Sd

City: Utica South Township, South Dakota

Coordinates: 42.862977, -97.484632

Area Type: Rural

Phone: 1-877-444-6777

Activities & Attractions

Popular Activities: Fishing|playground|electric|water|lake|rv|shelter

Available Activities:

  • 🎣 Fishing: Available
  • 🛥️ Boating: No
  • 🥾 Hiking: No
  • 🏊 Swimming: No

Regulations & Permits

🔥 Stay Limits & Fees

Maximum Stay: 14 days

Nightly Fee: $29-39

Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)

📋 Reservations

Reservations: Yes

Book on Recreation.gov

🌤️ Weather & Climate

82.4°F
Summer High
9.7°F
Winter Low
27.21″
Annual Precip
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Jul, Sep
Best Visit Time

📱 Connectivity

Verizon

Fair Signal

LTE

AT&T

Fair Signal

LTE

T-Mobile

Poor Signal

4G

📺 Television Reception

Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS

Signal Quality: Fair

Total Stations: 5 stations

Nearest Market: SIOUX FALLS/RAPID CITY

Notes: Signals FROM SIOUX FALLS/RAPID CITY MARKET

📻 Radio Reception

Total Stations: 11 stations (3 AM, 8 FM)

AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Fair

Major Formats: Country, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK

Local News: KELO 1320 Am

Market: SIOUX FALLS

Notes: 3 AM, 8 FM Stations from Sioux Falls

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Distance: 28.1 miles away

Address: 1314 Princeton Ave, Vermillion, SD

Network: chargepoint-network

Charging Type: Fast-charging-available • CHAdeMO-J1772

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Essential Information

Park System Information

Park Classification & Structure

  • Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
  • Parks Post Name: lewis-clark-lake
  • Parent Park Name: Lewis and Clark Lake
  • Correct Park Type Mapping: lewis-clark-lake

System Statistics

  • Total Campgrounds in System: 4.0
  • States Covered: South Dakota, Nebraska
  • Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers

System IDs & References

  • Parent Organization ID: 130.0
  • Parent Recreation Area ID: 291
  • Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
  • Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 291, 291.0

URL Slugs & Navigation

  • State Slug: south-dakota
  • Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
  • Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
  • Parent Park Slug: lewis-and-clark-lake

Additional Park Information

Welcome to Lewis and Clark Lake! This Beautiful Destination Features 4 Campgrounds Across South Dakota, Nebraska. Managed by US Army Corps of Engineers, This Location Offers Incredible Camping Opportunities for Every Type of Outdoor Enthusiast.

Data Reference Notes

Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers

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