About Horsethief Lake Campground
Number of accommodations: 22
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Reviews (434)
What Guests Are Saying
Horsethief Lake Campground is a small, clean, and peaceful site located near Mount Rushmore with beautiful lake views and trails. Campers appreciate the friendly and helpful camp host, Tina, who enhances the overall experience. While some sites may lack leveling and vault toilets can be a bit smelly, the campground’s serene atmosphere and convenient location make it a favorite among visitors.
What Guests Are Saying
Horsethief Lake Campground is a small, clean, and peaceful site located near Mount Rushmore with beautiful lake views and trails. Campers appreciate the friendly and helpful camp host, Tina, who enhances the overall experience. While some sites may lack leveling and vault toilets can be a bit smelly, the campground’s serene atmosphere and convenient location make it a favorite among visitors.
Review Summary
Jocelyn B
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: LKSD
The campground management was great. Kind people with great advice!
Jocelyn B
VerifiedSeptember 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: LKSD
The campground management was great. Kind people with great advice!
Maureen F
VerifiedAugust 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: HORS
The campsites were exactly like the pictures. Facility was extremely clean, and the hosts were the nicest people ever!
There are bathrooms, and drinking water.
No RV dump though.
Only 2 miles from Mt Rushmore
Maureen F
VerifiedAugust 22, 2024 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: HORS
The campsites were exactly like the pictures. Facility was extremely clean, and the hosts were the nicest people ever!
There are bathrooms, and drinking water.
No RV dump though.
Only 2 miles from Mt Rushmore
David B
VerifiedAugust 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: HORS
Beautiful location and very quiet for those seeking to rest and recharge!
David B
VerifiedAugust 21, 2024 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: HORS
Beautiful location and very quiet for those seeking to rest and recharge!
Scot L
VerifiedJuly 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LKSD
It was a great time thanks
Scot L
VerifiedJuly 31, 2024 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LKSD
It was a great time thanks
Kristen M
VerifiedJuly 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LKSD
The campground requires improved signage at the entrance and around campsites 24-28 to clearly indicate that lake access is restricted to registered campers. My extended family and I have been camping here for the past four years and have consistently faced issues with individuals driving into the campground, parking, and trespassing through our campsites to reach the lake. This problem is exacerbated by people frequently parking near the outhouse near these campsites, often without any reservations. The lack of adequate signage and control measures is a significant oversight, allowing unauthorized individuals to access the lake. Immediate action is needed to implement effective signage and enforce access restrictions to ensure that only registered campers can reach the lake, thereby preserving the integrity and enjoyment of the campground for its intended users.
Kristen M
VerifiedJuly 27, 2024 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LKSD
The campground requires improved signage at the entrance and around campsites 24-28 to clearly indicate that lake access is restricted to registered campers. My extended family and I have been camping here for the past four years and have consistently faced issues with individuals driving into the campground, parking, and trespassing through our campsites to reach the lake. This problem is exacerbated by people frequently parking near the outhouse near these campsites, often without any reservations. The lack of adequate signage and control measures is a significant oversight, allowing unauthorized individuals to access the lake. Immediate action is needed to implement effective signage and enforce access restrictions to ensure that only registered campers can reach the lake, thereby preserving the integrity and enjoyment of the campground for its intended users.
Location Horsethief Lake Campground
Address:
Forest Recreation Management, Inc
Hill City, SD, 57745
United States
From Hill City, take U.S. Rt. 16/385 south 3 miles to State Rt. 244. Turn left onto Rt. 244. Travel 5.9 miles to campground sign. Turn right at sign into campground.
Horsethief Lake Campground is accessible via U.S. Route 16/385 and State Route 244, with the closest major road being U.S. Route 16/385 located about 3 miles north in Hill City.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.8951 / -103.484
Elevation: 1509 feet
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Last updated: June 5, 2026
