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Kristen H
VerifiedJuly 30, 2026 Stayed at: 023, Loop: COOK
Very secluded and quiet
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About Cook Lake Rec Area
Situated in a heavily forested area adjacent to Cook Lake, this campground is a peaceful setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation in the Black Hills National Forest in Wyoming.
Some sites in the campground are widely spaced and open up to views overlooking the lake, and others sit snugly along a hillside. Separation,
rather than vegetation, provide visitors with a sense of privacy. Tall mature trees and grass underbrush give the campground a groomed character.
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019, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 48 × 15 ft · Gravel
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020, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 53 × 16 ft · Gravel
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021, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 55 × 18 ft · Gravel
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022, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 55 × 16 ft · Gravel
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023, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 50 × 14 ft · Gravel
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024, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 65 × 12 ft · Gravel
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025, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 65 × 14 ft · Gravel
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026, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 38 × 15 ft · Gravel
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027, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 58 × 15 ft · Gravel
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028, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 65 × 15 ft · Gravel
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029, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 51 × 14 ft · Gravel
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030, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 51 × 12 ft · Gravel
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031, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 59 × 14 ft · Gravel
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032, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 55 × 15 ft · Gravel
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033, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 55 × 13 ft · Gravel
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019, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 48 × 15 ft · Gravel
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020, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 53 × 16 ft · Gravel
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021, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 55 × 18 ft · Gravel
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022, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 55 × 16 ft · Gravel
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023, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 50 × 14 ft · Gravel
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024, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 65 × 12 ft · Gravel
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025, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 65 × 14 ft · Gravel
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026, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 38 × 15 ft · Gravel
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027, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 58 × 15 ft · Gravel
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028, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 65 × 15 ft · Gravel
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029, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 51 × 14 ft · Gravel
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030, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 51 × 12 ft · Gravel
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031, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 59 × 14 ft · Gravel
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032, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 55 × 15 ft · Gravel
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033, Loop: COOK
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Pet Friendly · 55 × 13 ft · Gravel
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Reviews
52 reviews
Summary
Cook Lake Rec Area is a peaceful and well-maintained campground, with clean facilities and a friendly host, Mike, who is helpful and attentive. Many visitors enjoyed activities like paddleboarding and fishing, appreciating the quiet atmosphere and spacious sites. While some faced issues with reservations and access to the lake, overall, guests expressed a desire to return and highly recommend the location.
Based on guest feedback
4.3
Overall rating
Based on 52 reviews
5 stars
67.3% (35)
4 stars
9.6% (5)
3 stars
11.5% (6)
2 stars
5.8% (3)
1 star
5.8% (3)
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Michele H
VerifiedAugust 6, 2026 Stayed at: 022, Loop: COOK
We canceled our cook lake reservation and went to Roubaix lake instead. We found out the major cliff trails were closed and tried to get a refund and no one has responded. Had to wait 50 minutes to talk to someone as well and they couldn’t help us. My experience? Poor.
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Richard S
VerifiedAugust 7, 2026 Stayed at: 029, Loop: COOK
Nice sites. Not crowded during week
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Candace S
VerifiedAugust 17, 2026 Stayed at: 026, Loop: COOK
So peaceful and beautifully maintained. The camp host, Mike, is very helpful.
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Anne M
VerifiedAugust 19, 2026 Stayed at: 021, Loop: COOK
We enjoy paddleboarding here. The campsite is always nice and quiet. The vault toliets are new.
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Ellyn P
VerifiedAugust 20, 2026 Stayed at: 030, Loop: COOK
This is a peaceful campground and the host (Mike) was wonderful!
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Brent B
VerifiedAugust 23, 2026 Stayed at: 026, Loop: COOK
I'd rather not tell you how nice this campground is.
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Morgan M
VerifiedAugust 31, 2026 Stayed at: 023, Loop: COOK
Cook Lake is always fun.
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Melody D
VerifiedSeptember 5, 2026 Stayed at: 033, Loop: COOK
We had a great time there. We have a 36 ft fifth wheel that fit in nicely in lot 33. We went on a hike. It was very challenging for someone who is older, but there was so much vegetation to see and animals here and there. We had fun just hanging out with our friends.
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Justin L
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2026 Stayed at: 028, Loop: COOK
Don’t go in late summer the vegetation growth makes it dangerous to swim, in early spring it would be awesome
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Location & Directions for Cook Lake Rec Area
Forest Recreation Management, Inc, Hill City, SD 57745 United States
Elevation: 1,449 ft
Getting There
Interstate I-90 to exit 199 (Aladdin). North on Rt 111 for 4 mi, left on Farrall Road (Rt 843) for 10 mi to Cook Lake.
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From Sundance, WY, take US 14 west or exit 185 off Interstate 90 to US 14 west, for 1.4 mi to Cook Lake Recreation Area sig...
Interstate I-90 to exit 199 (Aladdin). North on Rt 111 for 4 mi, left on Farrall Road (Rt 843) for 10 mi to Cook Lake.
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From Sundance, WY, take US 14 west or exit 185 off Interstate 90 to US 14 west, for 1.4 mi to Cook Lake Recreation Area sign at Forest Route 838. Turn right onto FR 838 and go 12.9 mi to FR 843. Turn right and go 5.4 mi to another Cook Lake Recreation Area sign on FR 842. Turn left and go 1.1 mi to campground.
Highway access
Access to Cook Lake Recreation Area is via Interstate I-90, with exit 199 leading to Route 111 and Route 843. Additionally, US Highway 14 provides access from Sundance, WY.
Policies & Rules
General
- These campsites are non-electric sites. Generators may run only.
- Non-reservable sites may be available on a first come, first served basis
- A pet fee of $2 per pet per night is required upon check in. Pets must be leashed, under control and attended at all times.
- The Senior and Access discounts are only honored for the site that houses the card holder.If multiple sites are reserved on one card, the rest of the camping fee will be collected upon arrival unless another card holder occupies the site!
- Open fires allowed if contained and attended to; be sure that fire is completely extinguished before leaving; check with the local Forest Service Office for fire restrictions
- Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
- Click here for more information about Black Hills National Forest.
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Last updated: October 22, 2026
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