State Parks

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Pierson Ranch Recreation Area

Pierson Ranch opened in 1959 and is the oldest campground in the area. It was the first campground to be constructed after Gavins Point Dam was completed. Located between Chief White Crane and Lewis and Clark Recreation Areas, visitors can take advantage of a wide variety of recreation opportunities in all three parks.

Right off Highway 52, the park provides easy access to picnic shelters and campsites. In addition, the large day-use area serves as an excellent facility for hosting family reunions and large group picnics.

Activities

Basketball
Birdwatching
Boating
Camping
Disc Golf
Fishing
Hiking
Horseshoes
Soccer
Softball
Volleyball

Fees

Daily: $8 per vehicle
Annual: $36 first vehicle | $18 for second vehicle | $80 transferable license
Campsites - electrical: $26 per night
Campsites - non-electrical: $22 per night
Cabins: $55 per night

Park Specs

Open: Year-round. Between Oct. 1 and April 30, showers, flush toilets and other water systems may be closed. Please contact the park directly for current status. Vault toilets usually remain open.

Park Size: 67 campsites, 2 cabins (each sleeps 4 people) and 1 kitchenette picnic shelter available to rent for $50

Directions:

4 miles W of Yankton off SD Hwy 52

Nearest Town: Yankton

Make Reservations

Make reservation online or call 1.800.710.2267.

Maps

Contact Info

Pierson Ranch Recreation Area
31144 Toe Road
Yankton, SD 57078
605.668.2985
Email: Lewis-Clark@state.sd.us

Amenities

Campground
Camping cabins
Drinking water
Dump station
Electric campsites
Flush toilets/showers
Game checkout
Picnic Shelter
Playground
Vault toilets