Chief White Crane Recreation Area

Chief White Crane Recreation Area is located right near the Missouri River and Gavins Point Dam in Yankton, SD. Named after Chief White Crane, who met with Lewis and Clark here in 1804, the park is an impressive vacationing spot with numerous recreational activities and natural attractions. A paved road and connecting bike trail lead to the nearby Lewis and Clark Recreation Area for Corp of Discovery enthusiasts who just can’t get enough! Looking for that perfect family camping trip? Ten cabins and 146 camp sites make the Chief White Crane Recreation Area a great place to get away with a group of any size. Bald eagles are often seen perched within 50 feet of the river in the tall cottonwoods during the wintertime. Boating, fishing, biking, hiking, horseshoes, volleyball, and more will have you captivated by nature while having the time of your life. Canoeing on Lake Yankton will grant a beautiful calm to anyone who partakes.