Data Disclaimer: Water level data is provided by USGS and NOAA for informational purposes only. Verify conditions on-site before any water activities. Learn more
Access Site SD

Dude Ranch Land Use Area

White River Bay-Missouri River American Crow Creek

Source: south_dakota_game__fish_and_parks Updated 1 year ago

City: Oacoma, SD
County: Lyman County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.78059858, -99.42511591
Air Temp: --
Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
About This Access Site
Located in Oacoma along the White River Bay section of the Missouri River, Dude Ranch Land Use Area offers convenient boat ramp access for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. The ramp provides easy entry to this portion of the Missouri River, making it suitable for fishing trips and recreational paddling. The site includes practical amenities such as a fish cleaning station, picnic tables, vault toilet, trash receptacles, and fire pits—making it a functional stop for day trips or extended outings.

This is a self-pay recreation area with camping available; note that a park entrance license is required to access the facilities. The area serves as a good launching point for exploring the Missouri River water trail and blue trail system in the region. With its basic but solid amenities and direct river access, Dude Ranch works well for paddlers seeking a straightforward put-in on this section of the Missouri River.