Army Corps of Engineers · Lewis and Clark Lake

Gavins Point Overlook Day Use Shelter

The Gavins Point Overlook Shelter sits on the south side of the Missouri River above Gavins Point Dam. Activities near the shelter include, horseshoe pits, a sand volleyball court, and a playground. There is a water-based restroom adjacent to the shelter. For facility specific information, please call (402) 667-2546. Nearby attractions include, Gavins Point Dam, Lewis and Clark and historic Yankton, SD.

Reservable1 sites

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Campsites

group shelter electric	1
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Amenities & rules

✓ Electric hookups

Fees: $25.

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

Take US Hwy 81 south of Yankton, SD. Go 4 miles west on NE Hwy 121.

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Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.