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
matt a
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: WALK
Horse thief lake campground was excellent. The sunrise over the lake was beautiful. The couple caretaking the camp where very informative and helpful. We will definitely stay there again!
Jody W
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: HORS
Campground was great. Back in spot was perfect for our 26' airstream. Camp hosts were helpful, especially on the morning we were pulling out and the truck battery was dead. Camp host came over and gave us a jump to get us on our way.
matt a
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: WALK
Horse thief lake campground was excellent. The sunrise over the lake was beautiful. The couple caretaking the camp where very informative and helpful. We will definitely stay there again!
Jody W
VerifiedJanuary 11, 2020 • Stayed at: 008, Loop: HORS
Campground was great. Back in spot was perfect for our 26' airstream. Camp hosts were helpful, especially on the morning we were pulling out and the truck battery was dead. Camp host came over and gave us a jump to get us on our way.
Aaron R
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: WALK
Friendly staff, great site overlooking a lake. Well protected and bathrooms close at hand. I would highly recommend this campground to anyone!
Sherry H
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: HORS
The campground hosts were quick to help, but the lady was unfriendly. The campground was clean.
Joe S
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: LKSD
This was an AMAZING experience for my family. we had the most perfect campsite. The campground caretakers were so wonderful too. What a beautiful spot in this world. Thank you.
Aaron R
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: WALK
Friendly staff, great site overlooking a lake. Well protected and bathrooms close at hand. I would highly recommend this campground to anyone!
Sherry H
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: HORS
The campground hosts were quick to help, but the lady was unfriendly. The campground was clean.
Joe S
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: LKSD
This was an AMAZING experience for my family. we had the most perfect campsite. The campground caretakers were so wonderful too. What a beautiful spot in this world. Thank you.
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
