Fee: Camping: electrical $23 per night, non-electrical $16 per night. No separate entrance fee listed. Reservations: Go Outdoors South Dakota or 1-800-710-2267.
About this park
Lake Carthage Lakeside Use Area sits on the shore of the 1,300-acre Lake Carthage near Carthage. It has 13 electrical campsites and several primitive tent sites, a boat ramp and a boat beach. Lakeside campsites have lake views. The town of Carthage is a short distance away for supplies. Fishing, paddling, sailing, swimming and stargazing are popular. The park is eight miles west of SD Highway 25 on 222nd Street. Water hydrants may be closed from October to April.
Lake Carthage Lakeside Use Area FAQ
Where is Lake Carthage Lakeside Use Area located?
Lake Carthage Lakeside Use Area is in Carthage, South Dakota, at 425th Avenue and 222nd Street. GPS coordinates: 44.17293, -97.708. Get directions.
Is there an entrance fee at Lake Carthage Lakeside Use Area?
Camping: electrical $23 per night, non-electrical $16 per night. No separate entrance fee listed. 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 Lake Carthage Lakeside Use Area?
You can call (605) 256-5003. The park office can confirm RV site availability, hookups, length limits and current conditions.
Are there RV campgrounds near Lake Carthage Lakeside Use Area?
Yes. The closest RV-friendly campgrounds listed on ParkedRV are:
- Mel Rieman Rec (198.4 mi, reservable)
- Eggerts Landing (202.5 mi, reservable)
- West Ashtabula Crossing (203.2 mi, reservable)
How current is this information about Lake Carthage Lakeside Use Area?
This listing was last updated on October 8, 2026. If something is out of date, let us know and we'll fix it.