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516 reviews
Horsethief Lake Campground offers a beautiful and peaceful setting, with clean facilities and friendly hosts, making it an excellent choice for camping near attractions like Mount Rushmore. Guests appreciate the proximity to nature trails, a lovely lake, and the surrounding Black Hills. Although some campers noted issues like lack of potable water and occasional noise from nearby highways or helicopter tours, the overall experience remains highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
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July 11, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: HORS
Beautiful small camping area. Always well managed. Beware of the abundance of Poison Ivy, this year it was right at the campsites and the entire family has been dealing with the after affects.
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July 11, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: HORS
Beautiful small camping area. Always well managed. Beware of the abundance of Poison Ivy, this year it was right at the campsites and the entire family has been dealing with the after affects.
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July 12, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: HORS
Great campground. Only negative is the generator hours need to be enforced.
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July 12, 2021 Stayed at: 024, Loop: LKSD
Best Camp Ground
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July 12, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: HORS
Great campground. Only negative is the generator hours need to be enforced.
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July 12, 2021 Stayed at: 024, Loop: LKSD
Best Camp Ground
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July 13, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: HORS
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July 13, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: HORS
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July 13, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: HORS
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July 13, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: HORS
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Forest Recreation Management, Inc, Hill City, SD 57745 United States
Elevation: 1,509 ft
From Hill City, take U.S. Rt. 16/385 south 3 mi to State Rt. 244. Turn left onto Rt. 244. Travel 5.9 mi 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.
Last updated: October 24, 2026
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Population: 834
Nearby city: Rapid City, SD
Approx. 18 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 4,980 ft
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