Dutchman

Forest Recreation Management, Inc, Hill City, South Dakota, United States
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Dutchman Campground
Deerfield Lake
Deerfield

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
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About Dutchman

Dutchman Campground, located in a shady Ponderosa pine forested area on the northeast edge of Deerfield Reservoir at 5 ft. This camp is an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation in Black Hills National Forest. Sites in the campground are widely spaced, and a few offer wide views of the lake. Of the 3 campgrounds in the Deerfield Recreation Area, this one is the most RV-friendly.

Available sites

29 total sites
RV Sites 28 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 1 site Check Availability

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Boating

Boating

Spring Summer Fall
Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Fire Pit Fire Pit
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • Big Rig Friendly
  • Shaded Site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • Fire Pit
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly

Views and Setting

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Rates, Sites & Availability

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29 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 001, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 002, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 009, Loop: DUTC Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 010, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 013, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 041, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: DUTC RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In

Reviews

205 reviews

Summary

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Dutchman Campground offers a quiet and scenic environment with well-maintained campsites and friendly hosts who provide helpful information about local activities. Guests appreciate the variety of outdoor options like fishing, hiking, and kayaking, as well as the clean bathrooms and spacious site arrangements. Some visitors noted issues with noise from other campers and limited amenities, but overall, many express a strong desire to return due to the campground's natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere.

Based on guest feedback

4.5

Overall rating

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5 stars 67.3% (138)
4 stars 21.5% (44)
3 stars 5.4% (11)
2 stars 3.9% (8)
1 star 2.0% (4)

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Mike H

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July 29, 2026 Stayed at: 035, Loop: DUTC

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Janet T

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August 2, 2026 Stayed at: 003, Loop: DUTC

The campground was well kept. It was quiet; a beautiful space!

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Jim S

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August 6, 2026 Stayed at: 013, Loop: DUTC

Nice spots just a little far from the lake shore.

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Jon L

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August 9, 2026 Stayed at: 014, Loop: DUTC

Beautiful campground. My site was nice and level and clean. Camp hosts were super helpful and friendly. We will definitely be back!

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Jeremy F

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August 11, 2026 Stayed at: 009, Loop: DUTC

This was a nice and well maintained site that wasn’t too crowded, even on a Friday. The nearby lake was nice for paddling and swimming on a warm summer day. Keep in mind that it is a fair distance away from the main black hills destinations.

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Alexander L

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August 13, 2026 Stayed at: 038, Loop: DUTC

The campground host was amazingly friendly and helpful. She provided me with maps for the ORV and forest service trails after I mentioned I didn't have a plan. The campground was also well kept, and stayed pretty quiet.

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Nancy W

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August 16, 2026 Stayed at: 028, Loop: DUTC

Campsites are well maintained. We had a beautiful view of the trees and lake from our campsite.

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Jerry R

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August 16, 2026 Stayed at: 001, Loop: DUTC

No fires the people had fires also the group next to us was very loud sll night long and the hosts did nothing . Very disappointed

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Steven C

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August 18, 2026 Stayed at: 027, Loop: DUTC

Nice quiet campground. Lot to do in the area, fish/kayak Deerfield Reservoir, hike local trail and bike Mickleson Trail. Conveniently located on may way back home to Illinois from Yellowstone/Bighorn Mountains. Clean bathrooms, nice camp hosts!

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Jim w

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August 24, 2026 Stayed at: 027, Loop: DUTC

Camp site was clean and beautiful. Campsite hosts were very pleasant

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Location & Directions for Dutchman

Forest Recreation Management, Inc, Hill City, SD 57745 United States

Elevation: 1,838 ft

Getting There

Take Forest Highway 17 (Deerfield Road) for 16 mi northwest of Hill City, South

Dakota.

Nearest town

Hill City, SD - 15 mi

About 25 min to downtown

Highway access

Dutchman Campground is accessible via Forest Highway 17 (Deerfield Road), which connects to local roads in the area. The nearest significant highway access is approximately 16 miles southeast in Hill City, South Dakota.

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. Pets must be leashed, under control and attended at all times.
  • Drinking water is available but you CANNOT hook up for filling.
  • 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.
  • Sites 9,10, 23 & 37 are double sites for up to 2 rigs and up to 16 people. The fee is double ($48) if the site is used in this manner. The camp host will collect any additional fees warranted upon arrival.
  • During the off season, fewer sites may be available.
  • 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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