Chamberlain/Oacoma
The drive to Rapid City from Sioux Falls is a long one, so we decided to break the journey at Chamberlain-Oacoma, situated on either side of the Missouri River. After the heat in Sioux Falls, we thought that being near the river would be a relief – man, were we mistaken! The temperatures there varied from 37’C to 40’C, with a heat index of 46’C (combination of heat and humidity) – hot, hot, hot - 
and we were barely able to breathe. The “wide Missouri” was wider than ever, as South Dakota was experiencing widespread flooding, and in the evening we drove down to the river for a closer look. 
Although the main highway bridge was
open, the bridge on the provincial district road was impassable and that road was closed. The Riverside RV Resort ‘s campground was partly submerged – I guess there were some nervous campers there! We were pleased that we had decided to stay at Al’s Oasis, where there were trees, a lovely cool pool, and no river!
The drive to Rapid City from Sioux Falls is a long one, so we decided to break the journey at Chamberlain-Oacoma, situated on either side of the Missouri River. After the heat in Sioux Falls, we thought that being near the river would be a relief – man, were we mistaken! The temperatures there varied from 37’C to 40’C, with a heat index of 46’C (combination of heat and humidity) – hot, hot, hot - 
and we were barely able to breathe. The “wide Missouri” was wider than ever, as South Dakota was experiencing widespread flooding, and in the evening we drove down to the river for a closer look. 
Although the main highway bridge was 
open, the bridge on the provincial district road was impassable and that road was closed. The Riverside RV Resort ‘s campground was partly submerged – I guess there were some nervous campers there! We were pleased that we had decided to stay at Al’s Oasis, where there were trees, a lovely cool pool, and no river! 
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