Rocky Point Recreation Area

The 8,000-acre Belle Fourche Reservoir was created in 1911, when Orman Dam was constructed to store water for agricultural use. At the time of its completion, Orman Dam was the largest earthen dam in the world. In 1989, Orman Dam was designated a National Historic Civil Engineering Landmark. Rocky Point is the newest park in the South Dakota state park system, and opened in 2006.

Fishing
The Belle Fourche Reservoir has an average depth of 25 feet with areas as deep as 60 feet when full. The reservoir is a high density walleye fishery with a several other species, such as channel catfish, black crappie, smallmouth bass, white bass and tigermuskie. Anglers fishing for walleye often report high catch rates all year long.

New Facilities
The finishing touches are currently being added to Rocky Point. This summer, the park will feature:
• 61 electrical campsites
• 5 group camping pods
• Comfort station (showers and flush toilets)
• Dump station
• Boating/ramps
• Fishing/fish cleaning station
• Paved roads
• Picnic area/shelter
• Play equipment
• Kayak available for rent

Located 8 miles E of Belle Fourche off SD 212
Open year-round

Nearby Attractions
• Bear Butte State Park, George S. Mickelson Trail
• Tri-State Museum, in Belle Fourche
• Belle Fourche Area Community Center, in Belle Fourche, with indoor pool, gym and weight room
• Ditchrider's House, north of Belle Fourche More attractions and events can be found at www.TravelSD.com