Campground · near Fort Thompson, SD
Left Tailrace
Left Tailrace is a campground with an RV dump station near Fort Thompson, SD. We do not have a confirmed fee for it yet. Fresh water is available.
Dump station details
- Type
- Campground
- Fee
- Fee unknown
- Fresh water
- Available
- Operator
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
- Location
- near Fort Thompson, SD (Lyman County)
- GPS
- 44.04083, -99.43944
- Website
- recreation.gov
Facilities at the Left Tailrace include campsites with electrical hookups, comfort stations with showers, a dump station, boat ramp, fish cleaning station, courtesy dock, picnic shelters, tables, grills, drinking water, disc golf, etc.
Hours, fees and seasonal closures change. If you're going out of your way, call ahead or check the operator's website first. Not sure what to expect? See what RV dump stations typically cost. Something wrong? Report a change.
Source: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Checked November 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the dump station at Left Tailrace free?
We have not confirmed the fee yet. Truck stops and campgrounds often charge non-customers, so call ahead. The nearest station confirmed as free is Yankton RV Dump Station (SD Hwy 52), about 126 miles away.
Can I fill fresh water at Left Tailrace?
Yes, potable water is listed as available. Use a separate hose for fresh water, never the rinse hose.
Other RV dump stations nearby
| Name | Location | Distance | Type | Fee | Fresh water |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Creek RV Dump Station | Chamberlain, SD | 16 mi | Dump station | Fee unknown | — |
| Chamberlain RV Dump Station (Purple Heart Memorial Hwy) | Near Chamberlain, SD | 18 mi | Dump station | Fee unknown | — |
| Love's Travel Stop #816 | Kimball, SD | 32 mi | Fuel stop | Fee unknown | — |
| Platte Colony RV Dump Station (Buryanek Rd) | Near Platte Colony, SD | 45 mi | Dump station | Fee unknown | — |
| Pierre RV Dump Station (Farm Island Rd) | Near Pierre, SD | 47 mi | Dump station | Fee unknown | — |
| Platte Colony RV Dump Station (SD Hwy 44) | Near Platte Colony, SD | 48 mi | Dump station | Fee unknown | — |
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