Fee: Daily entrance: $10 residents, $15 nonresidents. Annual: $40 residents, $60 nonresidents. Camping: electrical $30 per night, non-electrical $16 per night; camping cabin extra. Reservations: Go Outdoors South Dakota or 1-800-710-2267.
About this park
Richmond Lake Recreation Area, 11 miles northwest of Aberdeen, has three distinct units. The South Unit offers 24 electrical campsites, two tent sites, a camping cabin, a swimming beach, picnic areas, playgrounds and a boat ramp. The Forest Drive Unit has an extensive set of trails. Fishing, boating, disc golf and cross-country skiing are also available. In all, the area has 26 campsites and one camping cabin.
Richmond Lake Recreation Area FAQ
Where is Richmond Lake Recreation Area located?
Richmond Lake Recreation Area is in Aberdeen, South Dakota, at 12800 379th Avenue. GPS coordinates: 45.5399, -98.61109. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Richmond Lake Recreation Area?
Daily entrance: $10 residents, $15 nonresidents. Annual: $40 residents, $60 nonresidents. Camping: electrical $30 per night, non-electrical $16 per night; camping cabin 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 Richmond Lake Recreation Area?
You can call (605) 626-3488. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Richmond Lake Recreation Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Mel Rieman Rec (106.4 mi, reservable)
- Eggerts Landing (111.3 mi, reservable)
- West Ashtabula Crossing (111.9 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Richmond Lake Recreation Area?
This listing was last updated on October 8, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.