CITY OF DELL RAPIDS CAMPGROUND

The City of Dell Rapids Campground is located on the south side of the Big Sioux River on the west side of South Garfield Avenue. The campground provides a rustic relaxing camping experience in our city limits but within a beautifully serene park along the Big Sioux River. The campground features 15 campsites with individual electric panels, access to water (no sewer), a picnic table and a fire ring. The campground also features a playground, access to a newly installed recreational trail with a pedestrian bridge that crosses the Big Sioux River. The campground is also in close proximity to other scenic city parks and is within walking distance of historic downtown Dell Rapids.

FEES AND RESERVATIONS

  • All Sites $15.00 (Camping only allowed in the 15 designated campground sites)

Camping fess must be paid when reservations are made. Reservations will not be confirmed without payment. Personal checks and cash or money orders are the only forms of payment currently accepted at City Hall. Reserved campsites will be marked with a tag. Campsites not reserved are available on a first-come, first serve basis. Campers who do not make a reservation must register their campsite at City Hall between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. If a camper arrives outside of City Hall hours, they may self-register at the campground. Registration forms and a deposit box for payments are available in a box at the campground near the Rules and Regulations sign. Failure to comply with self-registration will result in an additional fee of $15.00.

  • Any camper that does not pay fee for each day of occupying a campsite or fail to self-register a campsite is subject to permanent expulsion from the campground.
  • All Campsites are subject to the $15.00 daily fee if a vehicle or camper is parked in a designated campsite, regardless if individuals occupy the space during the day or night.
  • All tent camping must pay the $15.00 fee regardless if they utilize the electric utility or water service.

Reservations can be made by calling (605) 428-3595 or by emailing . Reservations for the upcoming season can be made starting on January 2nd of each year.

  • NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR ANY CAMPGROUND RESERVATION CANCELLATIONS OR NO SHOWS.

CAMPGROUND RULES AND POLICIES

  • Quiet Hours are from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM in accordance with the City of Dell Rapids ordinances.
  • Speed Limit is 10 MPH, please watch out for children.
  • Camping is only allowed on designated campsites. Two Tents are allowed per designated campsite. No “Tent Camping” is allowed outside of the designated campsites.
  • There will be a maximum number of two vehicles allowed per campsite at one time.
  • Double parking campers on one designated campsite is NOT allowed. Only one camper is allowed per site.
  • Campsites must be pre-registered or vacated by 4:00 PM.
  • City ordinances require that all pets must be leashed, in control and cleaned up after.
  • Parking by patrons and guests is not allowed on the gravel roads. Overflow parking is available south of the campground in the baseball field parking lot.
  • Campground is for paid patrons only.
  • Fires are only permitted in the provided rings. Roaring fires are not allowed. Fire restrictions may be implemented at any time due to the changing fire conditions. Campers are responsible for making sure that campfires are DEAD OUT before turning in for the night or departing the campground.
  • Personal portable fire pits/devices are allowed. They must be covered and only one is allowed per campsite.
  • All types of fireworks are prohibited in the Campground with the exception of the 4th of July from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM in accordance with the City ordinance.
  • A garbage bin is provided on site at the campground. Don’t be a litter bug. Please place all garbage in proper receptacles.
  • ATV’s are only allowed on paved or graveled surfaces considered road ways. ATV’s must comply with all state and local traffic regulations.
  • The Campground is generally open between May 15th and October 1st, depending on weather. Call City Hall to inquire if the campground is open.