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Located in Brookings County near Bruce, South Dakota, Oakwood Lakes State Park offers a full-service boat ramp providing access to a scenic chain of eight glacial lakes. The ramp is well-suited for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore Johnson Lake and Lake Tetonkaha. The park is a year-round destination with excellent support facilities including a campground with 136 campsites, six cabins, and a dump station for extended stays.
Beyond the boat ramp, paddlers will find convenient amenities including canoe and kayak rentals, a swimming beach, hiking trails, and a fishing pier. The park offers restroom and shower facilities, drinking water, and picnic areas. With multiple connected lakes and protected glacial waters, this is an ideal location for recreational paddling rather than whitewater or fast-moving conditions.
For current information on hours, fees, campsite reservations, and water conditions, contact the park directly at 605-627-5441 or visit the South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks website. The park is located at 20247 Oakwood Drive, Bruce, SD 57220.