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
Lawrence L
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: HORS
Great Campground. Host was very helpful.
Lawrence L
VerifiedJuly 16, 2024 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: HORS
Great Campground. Host was very helpful.
Dan M
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: WALK
Very good experience. Although the campground didn't offer much in the way of privacy, it was surprisingly quiet.
Dan M
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 030, Loop: WALK
Very good experience. Although the campground didn't offer much in the way of privacy, it was surprisingly quiet.
Muriel p
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: WALK
We are tent campers and had a nice site near the lake. The sites are not very private but our camp neighbors were respectful of the quiet hours and the campground was well-maintained. We booked out initial night online and were able to stay another night at a different site in the same campground for an additional night. The camp hosts were very helpful and friendly.
Muriel p
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: WALK
We are tent campers and had a nice site near the lake. The sites are not very private but our camp neighbors were respectful of the quiet hours and the campground was well-maintained. We booked out initial night online and were able to stay another night at a different site in the same campground for an additional night. The camp hosts were very helpful and friendly.
Sally C
VerifiedJuly 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LKSD
ghtsNice campground, close to everything, No amenities, but thats okay! We stayed for 5 nights. saw all the attractions, two great towns nearby. Meet two wonderful ladies and enjoyed their company. We got a S70 discount for Seniors or Disability Pass not sure which one. Total cost was $78.
You can go down the road to the KOA and Pay for showers, and dump $10 and their was a laundry Mat there no fees except for washing and drying
Sally C
VerifiedJuly 13, 2024 • Stayed at: 015, Loop: LKSD
ghtsNice campground, close to everything, No amenities, but thats okay! We stayed for 5 nights. saw all the attractions, two great towns nearby. Meet two wonderful ladies and enjoyed their company. We got a S70 discount for Seniors or Disability Pass not sure which one. Total cost was $78.
You can go down the road to the KOA and Pay for showers, and dump $10 and their was a laundry Mat there no fees except for washing and drying
denise p
VerifiedJuly 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LKSD
Campsite was right by the lake- it was a fabulous and shady site! Camp hosts were super nice and friendly. We were able to paddle board practically every day and explore the lake. Toilet was clean, and the campground was a perfect location for all the things to do and sites to see! Would definitely stay here again!
denise p
VerifiedJuly 11, 2024 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LKSD
Campsite was right by the lake- it was a fabulous and shady site! Camp hosts were super nice and friendly. We were able to paddle board practically every day and explore the lake. Toilet was clean, and the campground was a perfect location for all the things to do and sites to see! Would definitely stay here again!
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
