Tribal

The Tribal Boat Ramp provides formal boat access to Piyas Lake on the Lake Traverse Reservation in Marshall County, South Dakota. Located near Long Hollow Housing, this ramp is a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters exploring this scenic glacial lake. The site is situated near the Waubay Wetland Management District and Waubay National Wildlife Refuge, offering opportunities to explore important wildlife habitat.

**Access Requirements:** A Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate fishing license is required to fish from tribal access points on Piyas Lake. If you're launching from this tribal ramp, be sure to obtain the appropriate tribal license. Note that alternative access points exist on non-tribal lands around the lake, which would require only a South Dakota state fishing license.

**What to Expect:** As a formal boat ramp (as opposed to primitive rock and gravel launches), this site offers more developed infrastructure than some alternatives in the area. The surrounding wetlands and wildlife refuge make this an excellent location for paddlers interested in wildlife viewing and nature-based recreation. Before visiting, confirm any current access requirements or seasonal restrictions with the Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate tribal authorities.