Fee: Daily entrance: $10 residents, $15 nonresidents. Annual: $40 residents, $60 nonresidents. Camping: electrical $30 per night, non-electrical $16 per night; camping cabins and group lodge extra. Reservations: Go Outdoors South Dakota or 1-800-710-2267.
About this park
Palisades State Park is one of the most unusual landscapes in South Dakota. Split Rock Creek runs through the park, lined with Sioux quartzite formations ranging from low shelves to 50-foot vertical cliffs. Hiking, rock viewing, fishing, paddling and geocaching are popular. The park now uses a new entrance at 48422 256th Street. Rock climbing is a draw for experienced climbers, and the quartzite cliffs are the park's signature. There are two campgrounds with 111 campsites, ten camping cabins and a group lodge.
Palisades State Park FAQ
Where is Palisades State Park located?
Palisades State Park is in Garretson, South Dakota, at 48422 256th Street. GPS coordinates: 43.68764, -96.51717. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Palisades 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 and group lodge extra. 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 Palisades State Park?
You can call (605) 773-6245. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Palisades State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Acorn Valley (195.6 mi, reservable)
- Prairie Flower Recreation Area (196.4 mi, reservable)
- Cherry Glen Campground (197.5 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Palisades 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 If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.