Fee: Daily entrance: $10 residents, $15 nonresidents. Annual: $40 residents, $60 nonresidents. Camping: electrical $30 per night, non-electrical $16 per night; camping cabins $60 per night. Reservations: Go Outdoors South Dakota or 1-800-710-2267.
About this park
Fort Sisseton Historic State Park preserves an 1864 frontier army outpost on top of the Coteau des Prairies. Named for the nearby Sisseton Tribe, it keeps its original stone barracks, officers' quarters, powder magazine, guard house and other buildings from the western frontier. Visitors can walk the grounds and learn how soldiers lived. The park has hiking trails, fishing and boating, and a campground with 14 campsites and three camping cabins, each sleeping six. A summer historical festival brings living history to the fort.
Fort Sisseton Historic State Park FAQ
Where is Fort Sisseton Historic State Park located?
Fort Sisseton Historic State Park is in Lake City, South Dakota, at 11907 434th Avenue. GPS coordinates: 45.6594, -97.52827. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Fort Sisseton Historic State Park?
Daily entrance: $10 residents, $15 nonresidents. Annual: $40 residents, $60 nonresidents. Camping: electrical $30 per night, non-electrical $16 per night; camping cabins $60 per night. Reservations: Go Outdoors South Dakota or 1-800-710-2267. Fees can change by season, so confirm with the park before you go.
How do I contact Fort Sisseton Historic State Park?
You can call (605) 910-4465. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Fort Sisseton Historic State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Mel Rieman Rec (98.4 mi, reservable)
- Eggerts Landing (101.8 mi, reservable)
- West Ashtabula Crossing (102.6 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Fort Sisseton Historic State Park?
This listing was last updated on October 8, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.