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Left Tailrace

U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers, Chamberlain, South Dakota, United States

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Lake Sharpe

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Left Tailrace Campgound at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Big Bend Project, sits on the shore of Lake Francis Case on the Missouri River below Big Bend Dam. Just upstream of Left Tailrace, Lake Sharpe, a popular recreation destination in the Great Plains,was created by the completion of Big Bend Dam in 1966. Today, approximately 80,000 acres of public lands and water provide a variety of benefits to the public including flood control, recreation, conservation of our natural resources, fish and wildlife habitat, irrigation, and hydropower production. It is possible to view many types of wildlife on the Missouri River at Lake Sharpe. Tribal bison herds can be seen grazing the lake area's grasslands north of the towns of Fort Thompson and Lower Brule. The shoreline areas of the lake also offer excellent waterfowl, upland game birds and big game hunting opportunities. Big game animals include whitetail and mule deer, elk, bison, coyotes and wild turkeys. Waterfowl and upland game birds include ducks, geese, pheasants, prairie chickens, and grouse. Hunting regulations are established and enforced by the State of South Dakota, and the Lower Brule and Crow Creek Tribes. For more information, visit the Big Bend Project website .

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Reviews

537 reviews

Summary

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Left Tailrace Campground offers a beautiful and clean environment with spacious waterfront sites and stunning views, making it a favorite among campers. The friendly and attentive staff, along with well-maintained facilities, contribute to a positive experience. While some visitors noted occasional issues with site cleanliness and nearby vehicle activity, the overall feedback emphasizes a welcoming atmosphere and a strong desire to return.

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4.5

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5 stars 67.6% (363)

4 stars 23.5% (126)

3 stars 5.4% (29)

2 stars 3.0% (16)

1 star 0.6% (3)

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Steven G

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October 4, 2021 Stayed at: 34, Loop: Upper Loop Sites 23-72

We enjoyed this campground alot. Extended 2 days. It's clean! Howard was an amazing Host. He came to make sure we got set up ok and brought our firewood to the site, gave our dogs treats at least twice per day as he made his rounds and visited with campers to make them feel at home. The restrooms were spotless too! We would for sure stay here again if ever in the area.

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Lois H

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October 4, 2021 Stayed at: 01, Loop: Lower Loop Sites 1-12 singles

Went there for a fishing weekend with my sons. The lady at check-in was very helpful, gave us good directions to our site and answered all her questions. Fish cleaning station was clean and nice

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Joyce K

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October 3, 2021 Stayed at: 35, Loop: Upper Loop Sites 23-72

Very clean and camps hosts are great. Could not have been any better.

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Christine P

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September 30, 2021 Stayed at: 11, Loop: Lower Loop Sites 1-12 singles

Beautiful park with large, level sites, cement picnic tables and fire rings with grates. There are paved walking trails along the Missouri River below the dam and around several marshy ponds. Abundant bird species and signs of other wildlife were present. This is a very quiet, clean and well-kept campground.

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Bruce B

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September 29, 2021 Stayed at: 61, Loop: Upper Loop Sites 23-72

There week of Sep 11/21. Nice park. Very clean. Bathrooms and showers were clean. Hard to beat COE parks. This one is located good ways out so make sure you have everything. Scenery is very pretty with the Missouri River.

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Jon J

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September 29, 2021 Stayed at: 24, Loop: Upper Loop Sites 23-72

The campground is right next to the Big Bend Dam. We stayed overnight during a cross country trip. The Dam, road and associated power grid can be heard from the campground which could be an issue for light sleepers. It also is used by their local community as a park during the day, The night we were there a group of people came to the park to drink and party at 2:30 AM which fortunately didn’t last long, but a reminder how close the campground is to town. The campground was clean, hosts were helpful, is popular with fishermen with a cleaning station, water access and attracts numerous birds including Osprey, Pelicans, and other shorebirds which birders will enjoy.

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Bernetta B

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September 29, 2021 Stayed at: 38, Loop: Upper Loop Sites 23-72

Everyone is so friendly and helpful. It is outstandingly clean and well kept up. The hosts are always driving around keeping up on the comings and goings. People from all over stay there and when you have a Senior Pass it is so inexpensive. There is also plenty of room between campers instead of on top of each other like most parks are!

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George Q

September 28, 2021

Nice big sites--very clean and quiet. Always seem to meet interesting people there and the campground attendants are very polite and helpful. It is probably our favorite spot to get away for a few days. We do wish there was more accessible shore fishing as all the riff raff around the river is not possible for us older folks to navigate and the handicapped dock is usually full.

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Kenny T

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September 27, 2021 Stayed at: 07, Loop: Lower Loop Sites 1-12 singles

It was a nice set up with not only a table but a bowed wind break/privacy screen behind it. The campground was surrounded with water and it was pretty special. It would really be great for boating. Oh, one other surprise was they gave us a bag with fun boating items like a floating key chain.

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Todd Peterson T

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September 27, 2021 Stayed at: 26, Loop: Upper Loop Sites 23-72

Very clean and well laid out campsite, especially for fishermen. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Lower loop sites are closer to fish cleaning area and may smell when wind is from the west.

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Location & Directions for Left Tailrace

U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers, Chamberlain, SD 57325 United States

Elevation: 416 ft

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Getting There

From west bound I-90 take exit 265 at Chamberalin SD, turn right on to Highway 50 travel approximatly 16 mi, turn left on to BIA Highway 4, travel 8 mi to FT. Thompson SD, turn left on to highway 47 travel 3 mi then take a left at the Left Tailrac...

Nearest town

Chamberlain, SD - 26 mi

About 31 min to downtown

Policies & Rules

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Summary of Campground Rules & Policies: All public-use of Corps of Engineers lands and waters are governed by Title 36 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).  Maximum length of Reservation: Each person and camping unit is limited to a 14 day stay in a 30 day period, 14 day stay 16 days away. Reference Title 36 Sec. 327.7(b). Standard Electric Campsites are limited to one (1) wheeled camping unit and one (1) tent. If there is no wheeled camping unit then two (2) tents are allowed. Tent-only campsites are limited to two (2) tents.  All motor vehicles are restricted to designated roadways only, off-road use is prohibited.  All motor vehicles parked at campsites are restricted to two (2) wheels on pavement and two (2) on grass. No All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs/UTVs), golf carts, or dirt bikes - unless licensed and considered street legal.  Pets are allowed, but must be kept on a leash of no more than six feet (6'). Fireworks are prohibited.  For more information, please call (605) 245-1800.
Firewood Alert! Don't Move Firewood: Due to the spread of invasive insects such as Emerald Ash Borer (EAB), firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Help protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit DontMoveFirewood.org for further information.
Protect Your Waters! Attention Boaters, Paddlers and Anglers: Do your part to help stop the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) by remembering to always Clean, Drain, and Dry! Visit SDLeastWanted.com for more information. 
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Chamberlain, SD

Happy Campers Campground

Campground / RV park

Happy Campers Campground

Chamberlain, SD

Kennebec KOA Journey

Closed for Season

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Kennebec KOA Journey

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Fort Thompson

2 mi away

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Chamberlain

17 mi away

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Kennebec

23 mi away

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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