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
Linda K
VerifiedJune 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: HORS
Plenty of staff available. Friendly and very helpful!
Linda K
VerifiedJune 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 010, Loop: HORS
Plenty of staff available. Friendly and very helpful!
wanda s
VerifiedJune 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LKSD
Beautiful spot! Loved kayaking on the lake. We’ll return as soon as we can!
wanda s
VerifiedJune 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: LKSD
Beautiful spot! Loved kayaking on the lake. We’ll return as soon as we can!
Orlando G
VerifiedJune 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LKSD
Great campground. Bathrooms are the worst!!
Orlando G
VerifiedJune 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: LKSD
Great campground. Bathrooms are the worst!!
Linda H
VerifiedJune 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: HORS
Great hiking, fishing, camping spot.
Linda H
VerifiedJune 2, 2021 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: HORS
Great hiking, fishing, camping spot.
Sarah H
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LKSD
We loved the location to Mt. Rushmore and the lake was gorgeous at sunset. Only issue was the tightness of the campsites to each other, but the other features made up for it. The foliage was beautiful. Made for an amazing vacation!
Sarah H
VerifiedJanuary 28, 2021 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: LKSD
We loved the location to Mt. Rushmore and the lake was gorgeous at sunset. Only issue was the tightness of the campsites to each other, but the other features made up for it. The foliage was beautiful. Made for an amazing vacation!
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 4, 2026
