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Newton Hills State Park's unique dark forest, amidst a vast open prairie, has prompted many legends, including buried gold, robbers' hideouts and horse thieves. But visitors today recognize it as a great place to camp, swim, hike and fish. The park also plays host to folk music concerts and the popular FestiFall in October. The Newton Hills Lodge, built in 1915, served as the historic caretaker's home in Canton, SD, and played an important role in serving the healthcare needs of a variety of patients before being opened to guests. It can sleep up to 12 people and has four bedrooms and two baths. Like the lodge, camping cabins are open year-round. Each cabin accommodates 4 people with a set of bunk beds and a double bed. Both RV and tent sites are available, as well as horse camp sites. A boat ramp, beach and fishing dock let you enjoy water activities at Newton Hills State Park.
In Southeastern South Dakota: 6 miles south of Canton off County Road 135 From I-29: Exit 56, 12 miles east on County Road 140, 1/4 mile north.
Had a wonderful fall camping trip. Many camp sites and some are a little secluded if you like a little more privacy. The tent only sites are off of the beaten path as well. Facilities were clean and staff is friendly. The only down side is that of your in the mood for anything having to do with water, you'll have to load up and go to Lake Lakota(about a mile down the highway. Still a very nice state park. Also many many miles of hiking trails. Trees are abundant within the park so shad isn't an issue either.
Great hiking trails. Camping cabins Lodges or regular tent sites available. Purchase in advance to get a great site. Summer can rent bicycles or see movies out door theatres.
Can purchase Firewood at a reasonable cost. Pet friendly please bring items for scooper clean up. Picnic areas all over park also restroom facilities to clean yourself up. Play park areas for young kids. Basketball and volleyball courts. Go enjoy a Beautiful scenic area.
What a pleasant stay at Newton Hills. So very well maintained and clean. Great staff and even greater wilderness. Such pleasant campers that weekend I stayed also. Such mature and friendly people. Only downfall would maybe be the bad cell service in the area, for 2023 that's just unusual. I know I know, you go camping to get away from technology but we did get some rain that weekend so it would have helped to see the radar.
Beautiful park!! We really enjoyed hiking the Augie's Ridge / Woodland trail! Campground was nice too. Water hydrants we're off, and the comfort station by us was closed, but that's expected this time of year! At least the dump station was open. Really appreciate how they work the day pass for campers, so that you only need to pay for 2 days when staying 2 nights, instead of 3 days like some parks!
Would definitely recommend!