Sheps Canyon Recreation Area
Hot Springs, South Dakota
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Book Sheps Canyon Recreation Area direct on South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks. Everything we know about the campground is below.
As of October 2026, Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is a campground in South Dakota with 75 campsites. Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is booked through South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks.
- Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is located at 43.3127° N, 103.4484° W.
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Campsites at Sheps Canyon Recreation Area
At a glance: Setting: Canyon.
Things to do: fishing, boating, photography.
About Sheps Canyon Recreation Area
Nestled along Sheps Canyon Bay, Sheps Canyon Campground is the newest campground on Angostura Reservoir. It offers great access to the boat ramp and excellent shore fishing opportunities. Sheps Canyon Lodge: This lodge was originally located at the US Army Ordnance Depot at Provo, SD, (active from 1942 to 1968), and served as a commander's quarters. The home was purchased at auction and moved to its present location in 1996 by Sam and Diane Hill. This property was sold to the State of South Dakota in October of 2012. Situated near the lodge is a full log bunkhouse, which was originally used as a schoolhouse in the northern Black Hills near Engelwood. It is now a camping cabin. The lodge affords great views of Angostura Reservoir to the east, along with surrounding areas of the southern Black Hills.
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Sheps Canyon Recreation Area?
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 75 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
Does PermitSnag send cancellation alerts for Sheps Canyon Recreation Area?
No. Sheps Canyon Recreation Area books direct through South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks, and this page has the booking link plus everything we know about the campground. That system does not publish this campground's availability in a form we can check, so there is no alert to set here. Cancellations still happen, usually 1-2 weeks before check-in, so check the reservation site close to your dates.
How many campsites does Sheps Canyon Recreation Area have?
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area has 75 campsites.
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