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Roy Lake State Park Campground

Lake City, South Dakota

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As of October 2026, Roy Lake State Park Campground is a campground in South Dakota with 113 campsites. Roy Lake State Park Campground is booked through South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks.

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  • Roy Lake State Park Campground is located at 45.7031° N, 97.4384° W.

Roy Lake State Park Campground reservations and next available dates

Next Available Dates

Oct 11 (93 sites)Oct 12 (97 sites)Oct 13 (103 sites)

93 sites open on Oct 11 at Roy Lake State Park Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 11 October 2026, 12:16 UTC.

Campsites at Roy Lake State Park Campground

At a glance: Setting: Lake.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking.

About Roy Lake State Park Campground

Roy Lake State Park is known for its excellent fishing, but you don't have to be an angler to enjoy all this park has to offer. Visitors will find sandy beaches, campgrounds, picnic areas, boat ramps and a variety of trails to keep them busy. Plan to enjoy all the park offers by camping overnight. Two campgrounds at Roy Lake State Park provide electrical and basic sites, modern comfort stations with showers and flush toilets and dump station. Snuggle into a charming camping cabin that sleeps four in a set of bunk beds and double bed. Savor a meal outdoors cooked on the grill and served at the picnic table. Fishermen will find the facilities they need: boat ramp, fishing dock, fishing pole checkout and fish-cleaning station. The earliest known inhabitants of Roy Lake were members of the Woodland Culture, who built large burial mounds. Artifacts dating between 900 and 1300 A.D. have been found near the park. The Roy (or Roi) family is credited with building the area's first white settlement. Local American Indians called the crops planted along the lakeshore the "Roy Planting" and the name persisted.

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Roy Lake State Park Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Roy Lake State Park Campground?

Roy Lake State Park Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 113 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Roy Lake State Park Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Roy Lake State Park Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Roy Lake State Park Campground have?

Roy Lake State Park Campground has 113 campsites.

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