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
Tara J
VerifiedSeptember 25, 2021 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: WOOD
The spots that overlook the lake are beautiful. I rated as fair because they are the only campround I’ve ever stayed in that charges a $2 per night pet fee. This was not made clear when registering. Spot #65’s table and pit are on the opposite side of the camper door- it was awkward. The bathroom had so many flies in it it was unusable. There is also zero cell coverage with ATT. Very disappointing given how beautiful the area is. If none of the above apply I would recommend.
Robert O
VerifiedSeptember 23, 2021 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: WOOD
Campground is beautiful. Sites are spaced out quite well. Lots of shade. Traffic is managed well by virtue of having a camp check-in station. All run quite smoothly and efficiently.
One observation was vault toilet condition/service. Checked in on a Friday and the rest facility service seemed to be daily - or more than once daily thru the weekend when campground usage was high. After the weekend, toilet service seemed to be infrequent ... if at all during weekdays. Don't know the specific schedule ... but it changed noticeably after the weekend.
Leon F
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: WOOD
An overall good experience from one of the sites that have a good view of Sheridan Lake.
The reason for only a 4 star review; site 65 seems to be a unique location next to or as an additional site squeezed into the space between already existing sites in order to obtain another camping site. Number 65 is KOA close to site 66. Additionally, it's very difficult to back into. I've a 24' camper and wouldn't want to try with a much longer camper.
I'd recommend this campground, but avoid site number 65.
Harry M
VerifiedSeptember 21, 2021 • Stayed at: 069, Loop: WOOD
close to mount rushmore, no cell service or wifi
Robin B
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2021 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: WOOD
Beautiful, clean, quiet.
Steve A
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: SMOK
Very beautiful and very clean campground and bathrooms. A little hard to find a spot to fish onshore. No cell service
Mike S
VerifiedSeptember 17, 2021 • Stayed at: 088, Loop: CHIP
Clean, well kept camp ground. Best part is my cellphone didn't work there.
Richard H
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2021 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: CHIP
had a great time. the hosts were great very friendly
Chris K
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 078, Loop: CHIP
Beautiful sites but a bit sparse on the toilets.
Wish I had stayed for more than 1 night and had some fishing poles.
Carla H
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2021 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SMOK
Beautiful lake
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
