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Oahe Dam
Pierre, South Dakota
One of the largest earthen dams in the world, with a visitor centre and river views.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 45 min
The dam holds back Lake Oahe above the capital, Pierre. A visitor centre explains how the Missouri was tamed and you can view the huge rock-filled structure. Free and quick.
Good to know
- Free
- Tour the powerhouse when tours run
- Lake views
- Best time
- Midday
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Paved; RV friendly
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Picnic tables
- Toilets
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