100% (6) • 11 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Watertown
Renegades Ranch
1. Renegades Ranch
100%
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40mi from Watertown · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a beautiful older farm site, with the original home and outbuildings. On the property is a horse pasture, a walking trail, a pond and several friendly animals. There are several acres of trees with a walking trail and campsites within. The farm historically was the top farm in the area. Rooms are spacious. Some remodeling has been done with windows and doors all upgraded. Learn more about this land:12 acre hobby farm with chickens, a dog, a cat, and a horse. We have grapes, raspberries, mulberry fruit trees and make our own wine. There is a trail going through the trees where there are several campsites and fire pits to choose from. As well as open areas to camp or park your camper. There is a small stage and central fire pit with many chairs, electricity and tables available. One 30 amp camper plugin. We are only 2 miles from Big Stone Lake, or within 4 miles you can kayak whetstone creek (weather/water level permitting). We have kayaks available for rent. Also this location is only 2 miles from gourmet bar and restaurants on the lake, and additional walking trails. We can also provide farm fresh eggs for your meal, or for additional fee cook breakfast or grill gourmet meals by request.
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Electrical hookup
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from
$50
/ night
Studio Imagen Lot in Milbank
2. Studio Imagen Lot in Milbank
33mi from Watertown · 1 site · RV
Grass Lot in Milbank South Dakota, near downtown. A three minute walk to Lake Farley, Farley Fest, or downtown. One Camper Electric, with one tent site also and parking and water available. The studio is capable of having live music events. There is a deck and firepit. There may be access to indoor bathroom by request and laundry.
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from
$50
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Miller's Acreage
3. Miller's Acreage
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42mi from Watertown · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
We live on 5 acres, surrounded by farmland. 1 mile from nearest highway.
3 acres of pasture on the east end. Camping area is on the west end, with many trees for shade on the west and south corner. 4 miles from Brookings that has shopping, antique mall, active night life bars, children's museum and more. 3 miles from Volga, small town living. 5 miles from interstate I-29.
Great sunsets, and stars & moon viewing at night.
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Campfires
from
$27
/ night
Pelican Lake Recreation Area
4. Pelican Lake Recreation Area
84 sites · Watertown, South Dakota
Discover Pelican Lake's scenic vistas and outdoor adventures.
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Campfires
Lake Poinsett Recreation Area
5. Lake Poinsett Recreation Area
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114 sites · Lake Poinsett, South Dakota
Discover Lake Poinsett's serene waters and outdoor fun.
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Oakwood Lakes State Park
6. Oakwood Lakes State Park
148 sites · Bruce, South Dakota
Discover Oakwood Lakes State Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.
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Toilets
Campfires
Lake Cochrane Recreation Area
7. Lake Cochrane Recreation Area
31 sites · Gary, South Dakota
Discover Lake Cochrane's serene waters and vibrant outdoor activities.
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Toilets
Campfires
Pickerel Lake Recreation Area
8. Pickerel Lake Recreation Area
82 sites · Grenville, South Dakota
Discover Pickerel Lake's serene beauty and outdoor fun.
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Toilets
Campfires
Hartford Beach State Park
9. Hartford Beach State Park
91 sites · Corona, South Dakota
Discover Hartford Beach State Park's natural splendor.
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Toilets
Campfires
Lake Thompson Recreation Area
10. Lake Thompson Recreation Area
107 sites · Lake Preston, South Dakota
Discover Lake Thompson's serene beauty and outdoor fun.
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Toilets
Campfires
Big Stone Lake State Park
11. Big Stone Lake State Park
38 sites · Minnesota
Discover Big Stone Lake State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
100% (6) • 11 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Watertown
Renegades Ranch
1. Renegades Ranch
100%
(6)
40mi from Watertown · 6 sites · Tents, RVs
This is a beautiful older farm site, with the original home and outbuildings. On the property is a horse pasture, a walking trail, a pond and several friendly animals. There are several acres of trees with a walking trail and campsites within. The farm historically was the top farm in the area. Rooms are spacious. Some remodeling has been done with windows and doors all upgraded. Learn more about this land:12 acre hobby farm with chickens, a dog, a cat, and a horse. We have grapes, raspberries, mulberry fruit trees and make our own wine. There is a trail going through the trees where there are several campsites and fire pits to choose from. As well as open areas to camp or park your camper. There is a small stage and central fire pit with many chairs, electricity and tables available. One 30 amp camper plugin. We are only 2 miles from Big Stone Lake, or within 4 miles you can kayak whetstone creek (weather/water level permitting). We have kayaks available for rent. Also this location is only 2 miles from gourmet bar and restaurants on the lake, and additional walking trails. We can also provide farm fresh eggs for your meal, or for additional fee cook breakfast or grill gourmet meals by request.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$50
/ night
Studio Imagen Lot in Milbank
2. Studio Imagen Lot in Milbank
33mi from Watertown · 1 site · RV
Grass Lot in Milbank South Dakota, near downtown. A three minute walk to Lake Farley, Farley Fest, or downtown. One Camper Electric, with one tent site also and parking and water available. The studio is capable of having live music events. There is a deck and firepit. There may be access to indoor bathroom by request and laundry.
Electrical hookup
Water hookup
Pets
from
$50
/ night
Miller's Acreage
3. Miller's Acreage
100%
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42mi from Watertown · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
We live on 5 acres, surrounded by farmland. 1 mile from nearest highway.
3 acres of pasture on the east end. Camping area is on the west end, with many trees for shade on the west and south corner. 4 miles from Brookings that has shopping, antique mall, active night life bars, children's museum and more. 3 miles from Volga, small town living. 5 miles from interstate I-29.
Great sunsets, and stars & moon viewing at night.
Pets
Campfires
from
$27
/ night
Pelican Lake Recreation Area
4. Pelican Lake Recreation Area
84 sites · Watertown, South Dakota
Discover Pelican Lake's scenic vistas and outdoor adventures.
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Toilets
Campfires
Lake Poinsett Recreation Area
5. Lake Poinsett Recreation Area
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114 sites · Lake Poinsett, South Dakota
Discover Lake Poinsett's serene waters and outdoor fun.
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Toilets
Campfires
Oakwood Lakes State Park
6. Oakwood Lakes State Park
148 sites · Bruce, South Dakota
Discover Oakwood Lakes State Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.
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Toilets
Campfires
Lake Cochrane Recreation Area
7. Lake Cochrane Recreation Area
31 sites · Gary, South Dakota
Discover Lake Cochrane's serene waters and vibrant outdoor activities.
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Toilets
Campfires
Pickerel Lake Recreation Area
8. Pickerel Lake Recreation Area
82 sites · Grenville, South Dakota
Discover Pickerel Lake's serene beauty and outdoor fun.
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Toilets
Campfires
Hartford Beach State Park
9. Hartford Beach State Park
91 sites · Corona, South Dakota
Discover Hartford Beach State Park's natural splendor.
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Toilets
Campfires
Lake Thompson Recreation Area
10. Lake Thompson Recreation Area
107 sites · Lake Preston, South Dakota
Discover Lake Thompson's serene beauty and outdoor fun.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Big Stone Lake State Park
11. Big Stone Lake State Park
38 sites · Minnesota
Discover Big Stone Lake State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.
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Electrical hookup
Toilets
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