About Sheridan Lake
Number of accommodations: 89
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water Access
- Beach Access
- Lake Access
- Marina
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Reviews (367)
What Guests Are Saying
Sheridan Lake offers great tent and RV camping with spacious, shaded sites and a beautiful lakeside location, perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The clean facilities and friendly hosts enhance the overall experience, despite some concerns about limited infrastructure and cellular service. While some campers noted noise from generators and construction, many found the setting peaceful and enjoyable, making it a desirable spot for future visits.
What Guests Are Saying
Sheridan Lake offers great tent and RV camping with spacious, shaded sites and a beautiful lakeside location, perfect for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The clean facilities and friendly hosts enhance the overall experience, despite some concerns about limited infrastructure and cellular service. While some campers noted noise from generators and construction, many found the setting peaceful and enjoyable, making it a desirable spot for future visits.
Review Summary
James B
VerifiedJuly 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: WOOD
Overall this is one of our favorite camping locations. the staff, including the Hosts are always very helpful. The campsites are always clean as well as the vault toilets. The only downside is the steep limited lake access for most all campsites.
Broxton B
VerifiedJuly 10, 2024 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: SMOK
The campsite was clean and it was quiet and peaceful at night. The bathroom facilities were also well maintained.
Brenna M
VerifiedJuly 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 119, Loop: ROCK
Beautiful campground-quiet and peaceful. Nice facilities within walking distance from each campsite. Beautiful views of the lake!
Sam S
VerifiedJuly 8, 2024 • Stayed at: 073, Loop: CHIP
The best lake in Black Hills SD
Steve L
VerifiedJuly 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 117, Loop: ROCK
Great location. Close to many Black Hills tourist attractions.
Great kayaking even with the boats.
Paddle boarding good early before the boats start.
Gerald T
VerifiedJuly 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 091, Loop: CHIP
Great location for doing things in the Hills.
Dave A
VerifiedJuly 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: WOOD
Great location, water spigots are limited and scattered, no tank dumps
Nathan P
VerifiedJuly 2, 2024 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: SMOK
The campsites are beautiful
GENE E
VerifiedJune 4, 2024 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: WOOD
Cindy, Kim (booth) and Hope (Host, Wood Loop) were all awesome, reminding me once again that of all the places I camp in the Black Hills, Sheridan Lake remains my favorite.
Scott P
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 116, Loop: ROCK
Absolutely beautiful!! The camp hosts were kind and welcoming. Our campsite was perfect. Enjoyed kayaking and hiking. We will definitely be back.
Location Sheridan Lake
Address:
Forest Recreation Management, Inc
Hill City, SD, 57745
United States
From Rapid City, take Highway 16 for 18 miles west to Three Forks. Turn right (north) on Highway 385 and travel 2 miles to Calument Road at the inlet. Turn right and travel 1 mile to the campground.
Sheridan Lake is accessible via Highway 16, which connects to Rapid City, and Highway 385, which provides access from Highway 16 to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.9808 / -103.472
Elevation: 1414 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- These campsites are non-electric sites. Generators may run only.
- Non-reservable sites may be available on a first come, first served basis
- Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails
- A pet fee of $2 per pet per night is required upon check-in
- Click here for more information about Black Hills National Forest
- 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.
- The Senior and Access discounts are only honored for the site that houses the card holder. If multiple sites are reserved on one card, the rest of the camping fee will be collected upon arrival unless another card holder occupies the site.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
