State Park · South Dakota
Hartford Beach State Park
- Location
- Roberts County, South Dakota
- Nearest town
- 12.8 miles north of Milbank
- Type
- State Park
About Hartford Beach State Park
Big Stone Lake forms the shoreline here, giving the park its swimming, fishing and boating access. Cabins and campsites sit within reach of the water, and the grounds include a hiking trail, a disc golf course and spots set up for geocaching. The mix of activities runs year-round, covering both warm-weather lake use and land-based recreation on the same grounds.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
Hartford Beach State Park is in Roberts County, South Dakota, 12.8 miles north of Milbank. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
State parks near Hartford Beach State Park
Within 60 miles, closest first, straight-line. All 12 in South Dakota →
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Lac qui Parle State ParkState Park · Lac qui Parle County, MN46 miSE
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Towns near Hartford Beach State Park
Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.