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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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August 31, 2021 Stayed at: 017, Loop: LKSD
The campsite was spectacularly perfection.
Of all the campgrounds I have ever used, of which there are many, the bathroom was the single most disgusting thing I have ever experienced.
I used it once and vowed never, ever, to step foot in it again.
I understand port a potties are not 'perfect' but this was horrific.
It is a shame since we loved our site so much.
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August 31, 2021 Stayed at: 017, Loop: LKSD
The campsite was spectacularly perfection.
Of all the campgrounds I have ever used, of which there are many, the bathroom was the single most disgusting thing I have ever experienced.
I used it once and vowed never, ever, to step foot in it again.
I understand port a potties are not 'perfect' but this was horrific.
It is a shame since we loved our site so much.
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September 1, 2021 Stayed at: 012, Loop: HORS
nice clean campground. Friendly campground host
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September 1, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: HORS
Spacious camp area with lots of trees. Primitive toilet but thankfully not too stinky.
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September 1, 2021 Stayed at: 012, Loop: HORS
nice clean campground. Friendly campground host
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September 1, 2021 Stayed at: 009, Loop: HORS
Spacious camp area with lots of trees. Primitive toilet but thankfully not too stinky.
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September 3, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: HORS
It is a small quiet campground around a beautiful little lake. We completely enjoyed our one night there when visiting Mt Rushmore. No RV connections but the vault toilets were very clean and not much odor.
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September 3, 2021 Stayed at: 014, Loop: HORS
It is a small quiet campground around a beautiful little lake. We completely enjoyed our one night there when visiting Mt Rushmore. No RV connections but the vault toilets were very clean and not much odor.
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September 4, 2021 Stayed at: 031, Loop: WALK
Such beautiful country! The campgrounds were clean and in such a lovely area. Trails are very close by and we had a wonderful experience.
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September 4, 2021 Stayed at: 031, Loop: WALK
Such beautiful country! The campgrounds were clean and in such a lovely area. Trails are very close by and we had a wonderful experience.
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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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