Sheps Canyon Recreation Area Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Good to launchConditions look good for launching.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 9:16 PM
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Launch Light & Moon — August 1
local timeWaning Gibbous (87% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Sheps Canyon Recreation Area
| Location | South Dakota |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Angostura Reservoir |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.3/5 (156 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 43.325325, -103.445928 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Fall River |
| Phone | (605) 745-6996 |
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is a public boat launch providing access to Angostura Reservoir in South Dakota at coordinates 43.32532, -103.44593. Rated 4.3/5 based on 156 Google reviews.
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is a public boat launch on Angostura Reservoir in Fall River County, South Dakota. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
Related: boat launch in Fall River • fishing access on Angostura Reservoir • South Dakota boat launch
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sheps Canyon Recreation Area
Is Sheps Canyon Recreation Area free to use?
Yes, Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is a public boat launch with free access in South Dakota.
How is Sheps Canyon Recreation Area rated?
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area has a 4.3 out of 5 rating based on 156 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Sheps Canyon Recreation Area access?
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area provides boat launch access to Angostura Reservoir in South Dakota.
How do I get to Sheps Canyon Recreation Area?
Sheps Canyon Recreation Area is located at coordinates 43.325325, -103.445928 in South Dakota. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 3.1 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.