The best camping near Brookings with swimming

Welcome to Hipcamp! Looking for a camping experience near Brookings, South Dakota that includes swimming? We've got you covered with over 78 options specifically tailored to your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or just want to dip your toes, you'll find the perfect spot. Check out top campsites like Uncle B's Produce Farm (451 reviews), Solace Farm (321 reviews), and Camping on private lake (83 reviews) for tried and tested options. Plus, you'll enjoy popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and showers. With an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $10, you're bound to find the perfect camping experience that suits your budget. So pack your swimsuit and get ready for a refreshing adventure!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Brookings

1. Tippy Toe Acres

30mi from Brookings · 4 sites · RVs

We purchased the property for use as a honey bee ranch. We no long keep bees, but we still love to go out to the country, and garden, and just enjoy the peace and quiet. Learn more about this land: Please, don't make a reservation, and then invite a bunch of people to join you. Your guests aren't my guests, but can be. Just a field near the Big Sioux River. Amenities will be added, as demand warrants. Lots of peace and quiet. Still close to Dell Rapids SD, for gas, bait, groceries, etc. We believe in equality for all, Top Freedom Friendly!

2. Miller's Acreage

5mi from Brookings · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

We live on 5 acres, surrounded by farmland. 1 mile from nearest highway. 3 acres of pasture on the east end. Camping area is on the west end, with many trees for shade on the west and south corner. 4 miles from Brookings that has shopping, antique mall, active night life bars, children's museum and more. 3 miles from Volga, small town living. 5 miles from interstate I-29. Great sunsets, and stars & moon viewing at night.

3. Oakwood Lakes State Park

148 sites · Bruce, South Dakota

Discover Oakwood Lakes State Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.

4. Lake Poinsett Recreation Area

114 sites · Lake Poinsett, South Dakota

Discover Lake Poinsett's serene waters and outdoor fun.

5. Walker's Point Recreation Area

45 sites · Lake Madison, South Dakota

Discover the natural splendor of Walker's Point Recreation Area.

6. Lake Herman State Park

72 sites · Madison, South Dakota

Discover Lake Herman State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.

7. Lake Thompson Recreation Area

107 sites · Lake Preston, South Dakota

Discover Lake Thompson's serene beauty and outdoor fun.

8. Lake Cochrane Recreation Area

31 sites · Gary, South Dakota

Discover Lake Cochrane's serene waters and vibrant outdoor activities.

9. Split Rock Creek State Park

35 sites · Ihlen, Minnesota

Discover Split Rock Creek State Park's natural splendor.

10. Camden State Park

93 sites · Russell, Minnesota

Discover Camden State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.

11. Pelican Lake Recreation Area

84 sites · Watertown, South Dakota

Discover Pelican Lake's scenic vistas and outdoor adventures.

12. Palisades State Park

43 sites · Garretson, South Dakota

An almost shocking landscape of grandeur and drama awaits you. Kayak, fish, rock-climb, and relax.

Welcome to Hipcamp! Looking for a camping experience near Brookings, South Dakota that includes swimming? We've got you covered with over 78 options specifically tailored to your preferences. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or just want to dip your toes, you'll find the perfect spot. Check out top campsites like Uncle B's Produce Farm (451 reviews), Solace Farm (321 reviews), and Camping on private lake (83 reviews) for tried and tested options. Plus, you'll enjoy popular amenities like campfires, toilets, and showers. With an average price per night of $30 and options as low as $10, you're bound to find the perfect camping experience that suits your budget. So pack your swimsuit and get ready for a refreshing adventure!

92% (4)

Top-rated campgrounds near Brookings

1. Tippy Toe Acres

30mi from Brookings · 4 sites · RVs

We purchased the property for use as a honey bee ranch. We no long keep bees, but we still love to go out to the country, and garden, and just enjoy the peace and quiet. Learn more about this land: Please, don't make a reservation, and then invite a bunch of people to join you. Your guests aren't my guests, but can be. Just a field near the Big Sioux River. Amenities will be added, as demand warrants. Lots of peace and quiet. Still close to Dell Rapids SD, for gas, bait, groceries, etc. We believe in equality for all, Top Freedom Friendly!

2. Miller's Acreage

5mi from Brookings · 2 sites · Tents, RVs

We live on 5 acres, surrounded by farmland. 1 mile from nearest highway. 3 acres of pasture on the east end. Camping area is on the west end, with many trees for shade on the west and south corner. 4 miles from Brookings that has shopping, antique mall, active night life bars, children's museum and more. 3 miles from Volga, small town living. 5 miles from interstate I-29. Great sunsets, and stars & moon viewing at night.

3. Oakwood Lakes State Park

148 sites · Bruce, South Dakota

Discover Oakwood Lakes State Park's natural splendor and outdoor fun.

4. Lake Poinsett Recreation Area

114 sites · Lake Poinsett, South Dakota

Discover Lake Poinsett's serene waters and outdoor fun.

5. Walker's Point Recreation Area

45 sites · Lake Madison, South Dakota

Discover the natural splendor of Walker's Point Recreation Area.

6. Lake Herman State Park

72 sites · Madison, South Dakota

Discover Lake Herman State Park's natural beauty and outdoor fun.

7. Lake Thompson Recreation Area

107 sites · Lake Preston, South Dakota

Discover Lake Thompson's serene beauty and outdoor fun.

8. Lake Cochrane Recreation Area

31 sites · Gary, South Dakota

Discover Lake Cochrane's serene waters and vibrant outdoor activities.

9. Split Rock Creek State Park

35 sites · Ihlen, Minnesota

Discover Split Rock Creek State Park's natural splendor.

10. Camden State Park

93 sites · Russell, Minnesota

Discover Camden State Park's natural beauty and outdoor activities.

11. Pelican Lake Recreation Area

84 sites · Watertown, South Dakota

Discover Pelican Lake's scenic vistas and outdoor adventures.

12. Palisades State Park

43 sites · Garretson, South Dakota

An almost shocking landscape of grandeur and drama awaits you. Kayak, fish, rock-climb, and relax.

Public campgrounds near Brookings

Oakwood Lakes Campground

Oakwood Lakes Campground

14mi from Brookings · 148 sites · Tents, RVs · in Oakwood Lakes State Park

Lake Poinsett Campground

Lake Poinsett Campground

22mi from Brookings · 114 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Poinsett Recreation Area

Walker's Point Campground

Walker's Point Campground

27mi from Brookings · 45 sites · Tents, RVs · in Walker's Point Recreation Area

Lake Herman Campground

Lake Herman Campground

28mi from Brookings · 72 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Herman State Park

Lake Thompson Campground

Lake Thompson Campground

32mi from Brookings · 107 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Thompson Recreation Area

Lake Cochrane Campground

Lake Cochrane Campground

32mi from Brookings · 31 sites · Tents, RVs · in Lake Cochrane Recreation Area

Split Rock Creek State Park Campground

Split Rock Creek State Park Campground

35mi from Brookings · 35 sites · Tents, RVs · in Split Rock Creek State Park

Camden Equestrian Campground

Camden Equestrian Campground

43mi from Brookings · 12 sites · in Camden State Park

Camden Lower Campground

Camden Lower Campground

43mi from Brookings · 46 sites · Tents, RVs · in Camden State Park

One of my favorite parts of car camping is leaving the dehydrated food at home and grabbing the cast iron out of trunk . After no luck catching trout , we indulged in steak while camping in Camden .

Camden Upper Campground

43mi from Brookings · 35 sites · Tents, RVs · in Camden State Park

Pelican Lake Campground

Pelican Lake Campground

43mi from Brookings · 84 sites · Tents, RVs · in Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Palisades State Park

Palisades Campground

45mi from Brookings · 43 sites · Tents, RVs · in Palisades State Park

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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August 2025

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2 nights at Miller's Acreage

Very quiet and nice space. You are really 1/2 mile from anyone.

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Nearby public parks

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Oakwood Lakes State Park

Oakwood Lakes State Park

Bruce, South Dakota

Lake Poinsett Recreation Area

Lake Poinsett Recreation Area

Lake Poinsett, South Dakota

Walker's Point Recreation Area

Walker's Point Recreation Area

Lake Madison, South Dakota

Lake Herman State Park

Lake Herman State Park

Madison, South Dakota

Lake Thompson Recreation Area

Lake Thompson Recreation Area

Lake Preston, South Dakota

Lake Cochrane Recreation Area

Lake Cochrane Recreation Area

Gary, South Dakota

Split Rock Creek State Park

Split Rock Creek State Park

Ihlen, Minnesota

Camden State Park

Camden State Park

Russell, Minnesota

Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Pelican Lake Recreation Area

Watertown, South Dakota

The state park hosts a nice trail system. This is one of the trails that goes over a historical bridge.

Palisades State Park

Garretson, South Dakota

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