Nebraska Tailwaters
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About Nebraska Tailwaters
Nebraska Tailwaters is a national park campground at Lewis and Clark Lake in Cedar County, South Dakota. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Nebraska Tailwaters is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 84 ft. Campers rate it 4.3/5 across 86 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Lewis and Clark Lake include Gavins Point Overlook Day Use Shelter, Cottonwood (ne) and Cottonwood (NE) Day Use Shelter.
Total reservations in May — 2023: 136 · 2024: 162 · 2025: 128
Location
Address
Yankton, South Dakota
Coordinates
42.8489, -97.4703
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 365 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
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Nebraska Tailwaters FAQ
How far in advance should I book Nebraska Tailwaters?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Nebraska Tailwaters?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Nebraska Tailwaters. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Nebraska Tailwaters right now?
Nebraska Tailwaters is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Nebraska Tailwaters located?
Nebraska Tailwaters is located in Lewis and Clark Lake, near Yankton, South Dakota.
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