Camp Iyataka
Camp Iyataka offers both developed and primitive camping areas. Developed sites (sites 1-11) have covered shelters, picnic tables, porta-potties, and fire rings. Lodge. Rural water is in front of the lodge and on the South end of camp along the road. These are outdoor hydrants that are locked, but the gate key will open them. Firewood is very abundant, with many woodpiles located throughout the camp.
PLEASE BE ADVISED:
Camp Iyataka is a primitive camping location. The Gail Hauck Lodge does not have running water or restrooms. The only source of water is from the hydrants outside the Lodge. Restrooms are two vault latrines to the right of the Gail Hauck Lodge and six port a potty scattered throughout camp. Improvements to camp will begin soon! Starting with adding running water to the kitchen!
Popular activities at the camp include fishing, hiking, canoeing or boating, and exploring the network of trails crisscrossing the property.
Much of the camp is heavily wooded, with abundant resources for lashing and pioneering projects.
For those interested in nature, the camp abounds with many species of trees, shrubs, wildflowers, and other vegetation . The camp is also home to deer, rabbit, wild turkeys, pheasants, hawks, and more.
For those interested in area-wide activities or games, there is a large beach on the lower level, and several large open areas on the upper levels.
Wi-Fi is available at Iyataka. Instructions are posted in the lodge and in the garage.
We have two 50-amp outlets available for EV vehicles or campers. One outlet is on the outside of the garage and the other is located on the program shelter breaker box.
There are some new sleds to try out this winter. They are in the garage with the Cross - Country skis, snowshoes, and inner tubes. Helmets are also available and must be worn by anyone using the sledding hill.
Camp Iyataka Address: 47232 131st St, Wilmot SD 57279
Are you a non-scouting unit or an Organization that would like to use our properties? Please contact the Center for Scouting at 605-361-2697 or sioux.council@scouting.org to make a reservation!
