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Roy Lake
Overview
Roy Lake State Park serves as a centerpiece of the Glacial Lakes region in northeastern South Dakota. Known for its clear waters and diverse ecosystem, this park offers a serene escape for RVers seeking a connection with nature. The park is split into East and West sections, providing a mix of shaded campsites and easy access to the water. It represents a classic Midwestern camping experience where the focus remains on the beauty of the lake.
Location & Surroundings
Nestled near Lake City, SD, the park is defined by its unique glacial geography. The surrounding area features rolling hills and dense groves of oak trees that offer a stark contrast to the open prairies found elsewhere in the state. This wooded terrain provides excellent privacy between campsites and creates a vibrant habitat for local wildlife, including deer and various migratory birds that frequent the shoreline during the season.
Amenities & Park Features
The RV facilities at Roy Lake are well-maintained, offering sites that cater to various rig sizes. Essential features provided for guests include:
- Numerous sites equipped with 50-amp electric hookups
- Modern comfort stations featuring flush toilets and showers
- A conveniently located on-site dump station
- Multiple boat ramps and accessible fishing docks
Large picnic shelters and a playground make it easy for groups to gather and enjoy the outdoors comfortably.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Water activities dominate the itinerary here, with premier walleye fishing being the most popular draw for visitors. Beyond the water, history buffs can take a short drive to Fort Sisseton Historic State Park, which showcases frontier life from the 1860s. For those who prefer hiking, the nearby Sica Hollow State Park offers rugged trails and mysterious legends, making it a perfect day trip for adventurous RVers.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is an ideal destination for avid anglers and families who appreciate a quieter, more traditional camping atmosphere. It lacks the commercial noise of larger resorts, making it perfect for those who want to disconnect. If your travel style involves kayaking at sunrise or gathering around a fire under a canopy of old-growth trees, Roy Lake provides the peaceful environment you are looking for in South Dakota.
Amenities
- Tenting
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Rentals
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
User Reviews
Kurt Erickson
Beautiful park with clean facilities and friendly staff. They have everything from camper cabins to tent sites. There’s also a state run resort onsite.
Ruger Mossberg
Beautiful Park! Lots were very big and the gravel pads were level and long. Comfort stations were immaculate as was the entire park. There is a store on site and the staff was super friendly. We will definitely be back.
Amber Johnson
If you're looking for a great fishing location, tranquil ambiance, great playground for littles, nice selection of kayak rentals, or a variety of cabins then I'd suggest Roy Lake. My only downsides were a lack of biking/walking trails. About the cabins: there are basic cabins with heat/air, TV, mini kitchens, bathroom and 2 bedrooms (there's space in the living area to sleep but it's not as comfortable as the bedroom). They have larger cabins that accommodate larger groups which include larger kitchen/living areas. They also have camper and tent areas but I haven't utilized them. Kayaking: affordable renting options and a launching area off a dock (which was incredibly helpful). Kayaking was a blast. Fishing: available boat rentals, lots of floating docks, fishing items available for purchase, I personally felt that there were a lot of fish here. My kids spent hours fishing. Random: There's an indoor community space and outdoor community patio. Inside there's a microwave, pizza oven, coffee machine, games and a TV available for campers. There's also a shop with a variety of items available.
Sharen
I thought this park would be small and lack luster. Boy was I wrong! This is a gorgeous and huge state park. Every area we have been is clean and orderly. There are awesome activities for every age. The staff is wonderful. Everyone we interact with is knowledgeable and friendly. We will definitely be back. Suite 17 is absolutely worth it. Clean and modern.
Bibs Outdoors
3 stars falls short of many other reviews. The reason I'm so harsh is simple, pad slopes. They have made a campground on hills so to make a level(ish) camping pad they have dumped truck loads of gravel. To get one side level with the other there is a four foot drop. To walk from our camper to picnic table or fire pit we have to traverse a ball bearing steep slope. The gravel has quarter size round rocks and it is dangerous. I feel that way and 2 other campers (only 3 of us at this campground) feel the same way. Having said that, grounds are clean. Bathrooms are clean. There are no garbage bins anywhere in the campgrounds itself. Possibly some bins at the entrance/exit. 50, 30 amp and 110 service, EMS system shows no errors. There is water but no way to connect a hose with a filter. You have to place a container under the spout and push and hold a button to discharge water...PAIN! Lots of room for kids to run and play at the playgrounds. Lake is nice and access very reasonable. We've seen deer tracks but no deer yet. Turkeys are very abundant. Paved road to campgrounds and paved roads inside campgrounds as well. Many mature trees that provide very nice shade. Large sturdy aluminum picnic tables. Oh, also campsites are nicely distanced from one another. Not many mercury lights so night time is dark around campground, stars are bright and amazing. Dump stations at entrance/exit of park.