Lake Sharpe

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Big Bend Dam, SD takes its name from the unique bend in the Missouri River 7 miles upstream from the dam. At this point in its course, the Missouri makes almost a complete loop, traveling 25 miles before returning to the "neck" where the land is not quite a mile wide. The 19 Lake Sharpe recreation areas vary from primitive to highly developed and provide opportunities for camping, boating, picnicking, and fishing.

Camping and Day Use

  • Left Tailrace

Nearby Activities

  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Environmental Education
  • Fishing
  • Historic & Cultural Site
  • Picnicking
  • Playground Park Specialized Sport Site
  • Water Sports
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

From Sioux Falls, west on I-90 to Reliance, then north on SD 47.

Additional Information

  • Lake Sharpe Website
  • Lake Sharpe Photo Album

Photo Gallery

  • sunset over lake with three boatssunset over lake

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