West Bend Recreation Area offers a protected boat ramp providing convenient access to Lake Sharpe for boating, paddling, and fishing activities.

The facility includes 120 campsites (with electrical and non-electrical options), clean bathrooms, a fish cleaning station, dump station, and swimming beach, making it suitable for extended water-based recreation trips.

Located 35 miles southeast of Pierre off SD Highway 34, the area is open year-round with live cameras monitoring ramp and parking conditions.