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GeneralConstruction project planned for Loop B only in 2026, this may impact reservations throughout the summer. You will be notified if your reservation changes, we recommend looking at a different loop if your dates are not flexible. We will update Rec.gov with new information as available.
About Pactola Reservoir Campground
Number of accommodations: 52
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Lake Access -
Marina
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (198)
What Guests Are Saying
Pactola Reservoir Campground offers beautiful, clean campsites with spacious pads suitable for larger RVs and tents, and close proximity to the scenic Pactola Lake. Camp hosts are friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience, while the campground provides excellent access to outdoor activities like fishing, swimming, and kayaking. Some minor downsides include uneven site entrances and occasional noise from generators, but the serene environment and stunning views make it a popular choice for campers.
What Guests Are Saying
Pactola Reservoir Campground offers beautiful, clean campsites with spacious pads suitable for larger RVs and tents, and close proximity to the scenic Pactola Lake. Camp hosts are friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience, while the campground provides excellent access to outdoor activities like fishing, swimming, and kayaking. Some minor downsides include uneven site entrances and occasional noise from generators, but the serene environment and stunning views make it a popular choice for campers.
Review Summary
Joseph L
VerifiedAugust 17, 2025 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: PACT
Beautiful park! Jiat make sire the site is right for your xamper.
Julie A
VerifiedAugust 13, 2025 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: PACT
Shore front below the campground needs signage about packing out what you pack in...garbage. Fisherman were cleaning fish at the shore front and throwing carcasses back into the water... it stunk.
David M. L
VerifiedAugust 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 011, Loop: RSVC
very clean, quiet, relaxing. grass was way taller than years past but very clean. lake was very low but had fun swimming very much.
Neena S
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: RSVC
Fun day kayaking!
Jennifer S
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: PACT
We come every year for Pure Pactola and the campsites are awesome the hosts are helpful and the bathrooms clean. Love this place. Absolutely perfect
Kay B
VerifiedJuly 22, 2025 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: RESB
Lovely place to camp. Beautiful lake with access to renting boats at the marina. Campgrounds hosts were friendly and helpful.
Richard M
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: PACT
Beautiful campground with spacious sites and plenty of trees for shade. Campground and bathrooms very clean and well maintained.
Victoria M
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: PACT
Pactola Reservoir is beautiful and the campground adjacent to it makes for a very fun experience! The facilities are very clean as well.
Abigail S
VerifiedJuly 21, 2025 • Stayed at: 043, Loop: PACT
Beautiful campground, great facilities, right on the water. We've camped here multiple times and look forward to coming back.
Nicole R
VerifiedJuly 20, 2025 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: RESB
Amazing location. Nice camping with access to the reservoir.
Location Pactola Reservoir Campground
Address:
Forest Recreation Management, Inc
Hill City, SD, 57745
United States
Drive 17 miles west on State Highway 44 from Rapid City, South Dakota. From
Highway 44, turn on 385 south. Campground located 2 miles off US Highway
385.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.0753 / -103.533
Elevation: 1429 feet
Policies & Rules
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These campsites are non-electric sites. Generators may run from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. only. |
| General |
Non-reservable sites may be available on a first come, first served basis |
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Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails |
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A pet fee of $2 per pet per night is required upon check in |
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Click here for more information about Black Hills National Forest. |
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Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org. |
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The Senior and Access discounts are only honored for the site that houses the card holder.
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Warnings & Advisories
Warning
GeneralConstruction project planned for Loop B only in 2026, this may impact reservations throughout the summer. You will be notified if your reservation changes, we recommend looking at a different loop if your dates are not flexible. We will update Rec.gov with new information as available.
