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GROUP LOOP C

West Yankton, SD 57078, USA

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šŸŽ‰ **Introduction / Overview: Your Hub for Large Gatherings on the Lake**

For South Dakota residents planning a large family reunion, a scout troop outing, or a weekend getaway with multiple friends and families, finding adjacent campsites can be a challengeā€”especially at popular locations. The **GROUP LOOP C** is the ideal solution. It is a dedicated, specialized section within the highly sought-after Lewis and Clark Recreation Area near Yankton, managed by South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP).

Unlike individual sites, GROUP LOOP C is designed to be reserved in its entirety, ensuring your entire party can camp together without worrying about neighbors booking up the crucial adjacent spaces. This loop provides a private, centralized base camp from which to enjoy all the amenities of one of the stateā€™s most popular resort parks. It offers 8 designated electric campsites clustered together for convenience and community.

As confirmed by the reviews, this area is exceptionally popular, noted for being "Crowded on all holidays but great!" This review confirms its status as a well-loved destination but also underscores the necessity of booking group loops well in advanceā€”sometimes up to a yearā€”to secure your dates, especially during peak summer holidays. GROUP LOOP C provides the space, setting, and access needed to create memorable, large-scale camping experiences on the shores of Lewis and Clark Lake.

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šŸ“ **Location and Accessibility: A Prime Spot West of Yankton**

GROUP LOOP C is physically located within the sprawling Lewis and Clark Recreation Area, which is situated approximately 5 miles west of Yankton, SD, just off SD Highway 52 (also known as Gavins Point Road). The campground loop is one of four designated group loops (A, B, C, and D) situated near the center of the park's various camping sections.

**Accessibility:** The Lewis and Clark Recreation Area is known for its excellent access and paved roads, which makes navigating with multiple RVs and vehicles straightforward. To reach the park, South Dakotans simply follow SD Highway 52 west out of Yankton. The loops are located within the larger campground infrastructure, providing the convenience of main park access roads while still offering a semi-private setting once inside the loop.

The park's location provides easy access to all the major features: Lewis and Clark Lake to the east (impounded by Gavins Point Dam) and various beaches, docks, and trails throughout the recreation area. The proximity to Yankton ensures that last-minute supply runs, dining, and other city amenities are just a quick drive away.

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šŸ› ļø **Services Offered (Designed for Groups)**

While GROUP LOOP C operates within the larger, full-service framework of the Lewis and Clark Recreation Area, its specific services are tailored to meet the needs of a large party utilizing the 8 individual sites within the loop:

  • Campsites: GROUP LOOP C contains 8 dedicated campsites (numbers 189-196) that are available only by reserving the entire loop.
  • Electric Hookups: All 8 campsites within the loop are electrical sites, providing necessary power for multiple RVs, trailers, or tent campers utilizing small appliances or medical devices.
  • Site Furnishings: Each of the 8 sites includes standard furnishings: a picnic table and a fire ring with a grate, allowing the group to have multiple cooking and gathering spots.
  • Restrooms & Showers: Campers have access to the modern bathhouses in the surrounding Gavins Point and East Midway sections, which offer flush toilets and hot showersā€”a high-demand amenity at this popular state park.
  • Central Water Access: Potable drinking water spigots are conveniently located throughout the larger campground, providing easy access for the loop's occupants.
  • Waste Management: Easy access to trash disposal points, and the park maintains a central RV dump station for convenient departures for all RV users in the loop.
  • Parking:** The loop is designed to accommodate the vehicles associated with the 8 sites, though rules on maximum number of vehicles apply per site and for the group as a whole. Campers should adhere to designated parking areas.

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āœØ **Features / Highlights: Lake Access and Community Space**

Choosing GROUP LOOP C gives your party access to exclusive group advantages, while providing immediate proximity to the comprehensive recreational features of the Lewis and Clark Recreation Area:

  • Exclusive Group Access: The ability to reserve 8 adjacent electric sites ensures your group stays together, which is invaluable for supervision, shared meals, and community activities.
  • Recreation Area Amenities: Campers have access to the park's extensive recreational infrastructure, which includes multiple swim beaches, boat ramps, an accessible fishing pier, and South Dakota's largest marina.
  • Family-Friendly Fun: The loop is within easy reach of numerous activity centers, including multiple playgrounds, a basketball court, horseshoe pits, and a disc golf course for group entertainment.
  • Extensive Trail System: The park boasts a network of paved and unpaved trails for biking, hiking, and walking, allowing groups to easily explore the beautiful bluffs and shoreline of the lake.
  • Waterfront Opportunities: While not all sites are waterfront, the proximity to the lake means a short walk to swimming, boating, and fishing activities on the 25-mile-long reservoir.
  • High Popularity/High Quality: The loop's status as a highly sought-after area, even on holidays, speaks to the overall quality and enjoyment provided by the well-maintained facilities and stunning setting.
  • Flexible Reservations: While advance booking is highly recommended (up to a year out), sites not reserved 90 days prior to arrival may be opened to individual reservations, offering last-minute flexibility.

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šŸ“ž **Contact Information**

GROUP LOOP C is managed by the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks (GFP) Division of Parks and Recreation, requiring reservations and inquiries to be directed to the main park office:

Address (Lewis and Clark Recreation Area): 43349 SD Hwy 52, Yankton, SD 57078, USA (The park office address for the general area)

Reservation Phone (SD State Parks): 1-800-710-CAMP (2267) (The official line for booking South Dakota State Park campsites and group loops.)

Local Park Office Phone (For Specific Questions): (605) 668-2985 (For direct inquiries to the Lewis and Clark Recreation Area staff.)

Note: Be aware that reservations for group loops require a two-night minimum stay and the fee is calculated based on the per-night rate for each of the 8 sites within the loop.

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šŸŒŸ **What is Worth Choosing: Uniting Your Group Effortlessly**

GROUP LOOP C is unequivocally worth choosing for the South Dakotan organizer whose priority is keeping a large party together in a prime location. It solves the number one logistical problem of group camping at popular state parks: securing adjacent sites.

You choose GROUP LOOP C for the peace of mind that comes with knowing all eight sites are reserved under your name, allowing for easy coordination of shared meals, activities, and childcare across multiple families. The setting within the Lewis and Clark Recreation Area means your group gets a semi-private, dedicated space while simultaneously accessing the best lake recreation and modern amenities the state park system offersā€”from paved trails to hot showers. If your goal is a large, comfortable, fun, and cohesive group camping trip on the Missouri River, reserving GROUP LOOP C is the smartest move you can make for your next memorable South Dakota gathering.

Children

Good for kids

Parking

On-site parking

Michael Snizhko Jul 05
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Crowded on all holidays but great!

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