Discover the Natural Beauty of Oahe Downstream State Recreation Area

Getting There

• Car

  From Angostura Recreation Area, head north on SD-34 W for approximately 15 miles until you reach the junction with US-385 N. Merge onto US-385 N and continue for about 20 miles. Take the exit for I-90 E and merge onto I-90 E. Follow I-90 E for about 55 miles, then take exit 244 for SD-34 E toward Pierre. Continue on SD-34 E for about 15 miles, then turn left onto Marina Loop. Follow Marina Loop until you reach the entrance of Oahe Downstream State Recreation Area, located at 20439 Marina Loop, Fort Pierre, SD 57532.

• Public Transportation

  Public transportation options are limited in this area. However, you can take a Greyhound bus from Hot Springs, SD to Pierre, SD, which is the nearest major city to Oahe Downstream State Recreation Area. From Pierre, you will need to arrange for a taxi or rideshare service (such as Uber or Lyft) to take you to Oahe Downstream State Recreation Area, located at 20439 Marina Loop, Fort Pierre, SD 57532. Please note that taxi services may have variable availability and costs.

• Bicycle

  For the adventurous, biking from Angostura Recreation Area to Oahe Downstream State Recreation Area is possible, though it requires good physical fitness and planning. Start on SD-34 W, then connect to US-385 N. Continue on US-385 N to I-90 E. Note that biking on interstates is generally not allowed, so you will need to use alternate local roads where possible. Be prepared with sufficient supplies and a map, as this route covers a significant distance (over 70 miles), and plan for overnight accommodations if needed.