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Oakwood Lakes swimming area
Oakwood Lakes State Park, Brookings, South DakotaLake on Oakwood LakesPublic swimming available
Oakwood Lakes State Park has a public swim beach on a chain of connected glacial lakes.
- Water
- Lake, Oakwood Lakes
- Swim hours
- Year-round.
- Facilities
- Swim beach, swimming facilities, picnic areas, campgrounds
- Dogs
- Pets are prohibited in zoned beaches and swimming areas.
- Managed by
- South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks
Getting there
7 miles north and 3 miles west of Volga, South Dakota, off US Highway 14; alternatively, use Exit 140 on I-29.
44.4506, -96.9858
Get directionsRules to know before you go
- Do not bring pets into zoned beaches or swimming areas.
- Do not use boats in zoned beaches or swimming areas.
- Do not bring glass containers into zoned beaches or swimming areas.
- Do not fish in zoned beaches or swimming areas.
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Questions about Oakwood Lakes swimming area
Can you swim at Oakwood Lakes swimming area?
Yes. Swimming is available at Oakwood Lakes State Park’s public swim beach.
Are dogs allowed at Oakwood Lakes swimming area?
Pets are prohibited in zoned beaches and swimming areas.
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