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Whistler Dam

Whistler Dam is a dam in Mellette, South Dakota.

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Whistler Dam: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this dam: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Whistler Dam

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Crowd: Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

Typical week: Mon quiet · Tue quiet · Wed quiet · Thu quiet · Fri light · Sat light · Sun light.

How to reach Whistler Dam — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 43.52833, -101.18014. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Whistler Dam?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

    What are the places to visit near Whistler Dam?

    Nearby: Deadmans Lake (lake, 60 km), Cross Butte (viewpoint, 4 km), Cemetery Hill (viewpoint, 5 km), Bus Butte (viewpoint, 6 km), Corn Creek Lake (lake, 6 km), Coyote Lookout (viewpoint, 8 km).