Sheps Canyon Recreation Area
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- 22 campsitesAlso cabins
- Official site
- gfp.sd.gov(605) 773-2886
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is a recreation area in Fall River County, about 7 miles south of Hot Springs.
The park supports horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, hunting in season, boating, and biking. Water access includes a boat ramp and boat or kayak rentals. Camping is available: 22 campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, equestrian camping, and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Year-round. Between Oct. 1 and April 30, showers, flush toilets and other water systems may be closed. Please contact the park directly for current status. Vault toilets usually remain open. | ||
Official wording
Year-round. Between Oct. 1 and April 30, showers, flush toilets and other water systems may be closed. Please contact the park directly for current status. Vault toilets usually remain open.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Denver).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Daily (resident) | $10 · day |
| $15 for nonresidents (nonresident) | $15 |
| Annual (resident) | $40 · year |
| $60 for nonresidents (nonresident) | $60 |
| Campsites - electrical | $30 · night |
| Campsites - non-electrical | $16 · night |
| Horse campsites | $23 · night |
| Camping cabins | $60 · night |
| Group lodge | $280 · night |
Official wording
Daily: $10 for residents $15 for nonresidents Annual: $40 for residents $60 for nonresidents Campsites - electrical: $30 per night Campsites - non-electrical: $16 per night Horse campsites: $23 per night Camping cabins: $60 per night Group lodge: $280 per night
South Dakota park passes
- Annual park entrance license — $40 resident / $60 nonresident. Vehicle entrance to all state parks and recreation areas Details
- Daily park entrance license — $10 resident / $15 nonresident. Daily vehicle entrance Details
- Custer State Park temporary license — $25 per vehicle / $20 per motorcycle (1-7 days). Custer State Park Details
- George S. Mickelson Trail pass — $5 daily / $20 annual per person Details
From the South Dakota state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Go Outdoors South Dakota (Brandt)
- Phone
- 1.800.710.2267
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites 22 electrical campsites, 40 non-electrical campsites, 11 horse campsites, and 2 group sites (Group sites are first-come, first-served, not available for reservation) | 22 | ElectricShowers | — |
Camping details from the park
22 electrical campsites, 40 non-electrical campsites, 11 horse campsites, and 2 group sites (Group sites are first-come, first-served, not available for reservation)
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Modern Lodging
Modern Lodging
The group lodge at Shep's Canyon offers increased comforts in an outdoor setting any time of the year.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCanoeing and kayakingFishingHorseback ridingHuntingPicnickingCampingHiking
Trails
Hiking Trail(s), Horse Trail(s)
Boating and paddling
Boating, Canoe Rental, Canoeing, Kayak Rental, Kayaking, Paddleboard Rental, Paddleboarding, Boat Ramp(s)
Fishing
Fishing, Shore Fishing Access
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Playground
- Wi-Fi
Water
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Equestrian camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Camping Cabin(s)
- Campsite(s)
- Flush Toilets
- Group Lodge
- Showers
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 28150 South Boat Ramp Road
Hot Springs, SD 57747 - Nearest town
- Hot Springs — about 7 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 43.3263, -103.4454
- Phone
- (605) 773-2886
- Angostura@state.sd.us
Google Maps directionsApple Maps
Directions from the park
6 miles south of Hot Springs on SD 71, 5 miles east on Sheps Canyon Road
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- South Dakota State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Aug 19, 2026
- GFP 'Find a State Park' map JSON
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology