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
Teresa W
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: HORS
This campground is very picturesque. The lake is beautiful with a nice walking path around it. The camp sites are clean and well arranged. Some are more private than others but that is typical.
Teresa W
VerifiedSeptember 30, 2021 • Stayed at: 009, Loop: HORS
This campground is very picturesque. The lake is beautiful with a nice walking path around it. The camp sites are clean and well arranged. Some are more private than others but that is typical.
Gavin D
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LKSD
This was a very secluded campground and the lake was absolutely beautiful! The locals didn't seem friendly so that was annoying. We also tried to find out what the keep limit was for trout or any fishing for that matter and couldn't get an answer from the campground personel.
Gavin D
VerifiedSeptember 29, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LKSD
This was a very secluded campground and the lake was absolutely beautiful! The locals didn't seem friendly so that was annoying. We also tried to find out what the keep limit was for trout or any fishing for that matter and couldn't get an answer from the campground personel.
Darryl P
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LKSD
Campground and restrooms are kept clean. Staff is readily available for questions or supplies.
Darryl P
VerifiedSeptember 26, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LKSD
Campground and restrooms are kept clean. Staff is readily available for questions or supplies.
Emily L
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: WALK
When we come back, we’ll stay there again for sure. Was a beautiful campground, very well-maintained and clean.
Emily L
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 031, Loop: WALK
When we come back, we’ll stay there again for sure. Was a beautiful campground, very well-maintained and clean.
Kelli T
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: HORS
The Hosts were very nice and helpful and we really loved how close it was to everything
Kelli T
VerifiedSeptember 15, 2021 • Stayed at: 012, Loop: HORS
The Hosts were very nice and helpful and we really loved how close it was to everything
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
