Chief White Crane Recreation Area

Chief White Crane Recreation Area campground offers a picturesque and activity-rich camping experience along the banks of the Missouri River and Lake Yankton, just five miles west of Yankton, South Dakota. With 146 campsites, 10 cabins, and year-round access, this campground is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and families seeking a well-equipped base for recreation in a naturally stunning setting.

Campsites cater to tents, trailers, and RVs, with options for full or partial hookups, while amenities include flush toilets, showers, a dump station, and a camp store stocked with firewood and supplies. Visitors can explore a range of activities like hiking, biking, birdwatching, and boating, with easy access to a boat ramp and courtesy dock. The area’s unique charm lies in its proximity to Gavins Point Dam and the opportunity to observe wintering bald eagles roosting in the cottonwood trees nearby.

Conveniently located near Yankton, this campground offers seamless access to nearby attractions like Lewis & Clark Lake, Pierson Ranch, and Training Dike Recreation Area, creating an ideal destination for weekend getaways or extended vacations filled with fishing, canoeing, picnicking, and wildlife viewing.