Newton Hills offers 120 campsites spread across rolling oak-covered hills, making it one of the most developed state parks in eastern South Dakota. The park features both electric and non-electric sites with decent spacing, plus a trail system that winds through native prairie and hardwood forests. It’s popular with RV crowds on weekends but quieter midweek, with good facilities including showers and a dump station.
Located just 30 minutes south of Sioux Falls off I-29, it serves as an excellent staging area for overlanders heading west to the Black Hills. The park stays open year-round though water may be shut off in winter months. Reservations recommended during summer and fall color season.
Eastern SD's best basecamp for Black Hills bound rigs
Place Details
| Type | Established Campground |
|---|---|
| Street address | 28767 482nd Ave, Canton, SD 57013 Get directions → |
| Elevation (ft) | 1540 ft |
| Nearest town | Canton, SD |
| Miles from pavement | 0.5 mi |
| Minimum vehicle | Any vehicle |
| Access road surface | Paved |
| Cell service | Full |
| Capacity (# of rigs) | 120 rigs |
| Cost (USD/night, 0 = free) | $18.00 / night |
| Reservation required | Yes — Reservation site |
| Stay limit (nights) | 14 nights |
| Best season | April-October |
| Land manager | State Park |
| Permit required | No |
| Amenities | Drinking water, Dump station, Fire ring, Hookups, Picnic table, Shade, Showers, Toilets, Trash service |
| Coordinates | Open directions |
| Find on Google | Search on Google → |