PIERRE, S.D. (AP) - South Dakota officials say campers should plan ahead before driving to their favorite parks with gear in tow.
The reservation window opens Feb. 25 for stays at all campsites, lodges and recreation areas at state parks over Memorial Day Weekend, which starts Friday, May 25.
All parks except Custer State Park in the Black Hills require a three-night stay during holiday weekends.
Non-South Dakota residents must pay a non-refundable $7.70 per site reservation fee, which is waived for state residents.
To make a reservation, visit www.campsd.com or call 1-800-710-2267 between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT daily.
People can also get wireless phone reminders about reservations by sending the text "SDGFP ROD" to 368638.
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