Cow Creek Recreation Area offers both primitive shoreline camping and developed campground sites with 46 campsites and 4 cabins along Lake Oahe Reservoir, located 15 miles northwest of Pierre off SD Highway 1804.

The facility provides access for fishing and boating with amenities including drinking water, restrooms, and showers at the campground, while shoreline sites offer privacy and scenic views.

The area is open year-round, though water systems may be limited October through April.