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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 (457)
What Guests Are Saying
Sheridan Lake campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained environment with spacious, clean sites, making it a popular choice for campers. Many guests enjoyed the proximity to local attractions and the peaceful setting, with clean bathrooms and friendly camp hosts receiving positive mentions. However, some visitors faced issues such as mice infestations, additional fees for beach access, and concerns about customer service, which have led to mixed reviews regarding their overall experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Sheridan Lake campground offers a beautiful and well-maintained environment with spacious, clean sites, making it a popular choice for campers. Many guests enjoyed the proximity to local attractions and the peaceful setting, with clean bathrooms and friendly camp hosts receiving positive mentions. However, some visitors faced issues such as mice infestations, additional fees for beach access, and concerns about customer service, which have led to mixed reviews regarding their overall experience.
Review Summary
Toby T
VerifiedJuly 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SMOK
The park is gorgeous. The sites are first rate. Access is tight, but that’s fine given the reward of such a beautiful spot to stay.
I did find the staff to be overly policing to the point of almost intimidation. As there was no services whatsoever, things like generators are required. If you got home late and ran the generator one minute past 10. There was a knock on the door. I think somebody came by our site every 15 to 20 minutes all evening to make sure that we were abiding by all rules and regulations. It felt more like incarceration than camping. As a couple caring for three young well behaved boys it seemed a little over the top.
We had neighbours that were treated similarly.
I would still come back to your camp site, however, I would look for a site far from your camp hosts as at 52 years old, I don’t require babysitting.
Lena S
VerifiedJuly 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 118, Loop: ROCK
Well kept campground with gorgeous views!
Loriahn M
VerifiedJuly 11, 2025 • Stayed at: 026, Loop: SMOK
Did not end up using due to weather
John H
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 014, Loop: SMOK
The campground was nice and clean, and the camp hosts were extremely helpful and friendly! We will be back!
Daniel B
VerifiedJuly 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 092, Loop: CHIP
Good experience. Clean site, friendly staff. Restrooms were clean and a short walk from our site. Overall, I would stay here again.
Katelyn C
VerifiedJuly 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 082, Loop: CHIP
Great spot for camping. Clean sites and bathrooms. The lake is beautiful and so peaceful. Will definitely be coming back for another stay!
Brett G
VerifiedJuly 6, 2025 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: SMOK
We had a wonderful stay. New toilets were nice.
Jana J
VerifiedJuly 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 091, Loop: CHIP
I appreciate the cleanliness of the outhouse toilets. The campsites are a nice space from each other. Not too close.
Verla K
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 117, Loop: ROCK
Some sites are a challe ge to get into due to big boulder rocks around the edges of the pad. Often times you don't see them while trying to maneuver your camper into the site. They'll catch your lower trim or frame of the truck if not careful. Also for taller 5th wheels, the old dead pine tree limbs will catch on the upper areas of the camper. Not all sites are this way, but several are throughout.
Melanie M
VerifiedJuly 1, 2025 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: WOOD
We loved Sheridan Lake. We were in the Wood Loop and our group had 4 sites. Beautiful lake views. The campground is clean and well kept. Very quiet too. I would recommend staying here to enjoy all the Black Hills has to offer.
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.
Elevation: 1414 feet
8 mi drive to downtown Hill City (about 14 min)
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: September 8, 2026
