Fee: Daily entrance: $10 residents, $15 nonresidents. Annual: $40 residents, $60 nonresidents. Camping: electrical $30 per night, non-electrical $16 per night; cabins and suites extra. Reservations: Go Outdoors South Dakota or 1-800-710-2267.
About this park
Roy Lake State Park lies three miles southwest of Lake City in northeastern South Dakota. It has two campgrounds with 101 campsites, three camping cabins, six modern cabins and six suites. Swimming, boating, fishing, disc golf, hiking and geocaching are all available. A parking lot construction project was scheduled for the late summer and early fall of 2026, so some parking may be limited.
Roy Lake State Park FAQ
Where is Roy Lake State Park located?
Roy Lake State Park is in Lake City, South Dakota, at 11545 Northside Drive. GPS coordinates: 45.70969, -97.44881. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Roy Lake State Park?
Daily entrance: $10 residents, $15 nonresidents. Annual: $40 residents, $60 nonresidents. Camping: electrical $30 per night, non-electrical $16 per night; cabins and suites 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 Roy Lake State Park?
You can call (605) 910-4521. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Roy Lake State Park?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Mel Rieman Rec (96.2 mi, reservable)
- Eggerts Landing (99.4 mi, reservable)
- West Ashtabula Crossing (100.1 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Roy Lake 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 If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.