Sheridan Lake

Forest Recreation Management, Inc, Hill City, South Dakota, United States

Entrance to Sheridan Lake
Sheridan Lake South
Sheridan Lake

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

89 total sites

RV Sites

87 sites

Tent Sites

2 sites

About Sheridan Lake

This campground is along the south shore of Sheridan Lake. Within its 5 large loops, there are many sites with direct access to the lake. Access to the south boat ramp and the Flume Trailhead from within the campground and easy access to the South Beach Area, this recreational complex has everything needed for a fun, family camping experience.

Number of accommodations: 89

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - May 16 to Sep 30

Campground Amenities

Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Lake Access
  • Marina
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

89 Sites Available

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🚐 001, Loop: SMOK RV
No Hookups
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🚐 002, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 003, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 004, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 005, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 006, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 007, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 008, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 009, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 010, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 011, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 012, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 014, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 015, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 016, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 017, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 018, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 019, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 020, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 021, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 022, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 023, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 024, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 025, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 026, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 027, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 028, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 029, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 030, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 031, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 032, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 033, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 034, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 035, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 036, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 037, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 038, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 039, Loop: SMOK RV
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🚐 040, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 042, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 043, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 044, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 045, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 046, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 047, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 049, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 050, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 051, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 052, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 055, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 061, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 065, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 066, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 067, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 068, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 069, Loop: WOOD RV
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🚐 070, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 071, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 072, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 073, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 074, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 075, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 076, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 077, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 078, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 080, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 081, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 082, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 083, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 084, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 085, Loop: CHIP RV
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⛺ 086, Loop: CHIP Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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🚐 087, Loop: CHIP RV
No Hookups
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🚐 088, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 089, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 090, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 091, Loop: CHIP RV
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⛺ 092, Loop: CHIP Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
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🚐 093, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 094, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 095, Loop: CHIP RV
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🚐 109, Loop: ROCK RV
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🚐 116, Loop: ROCK RV
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🚐 117, Loop: ROCK RV
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🚐 118, Loop: ROCK RV
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🚐 119, Loop: ROCK RV
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🚐 120, Loop: ROCK RV
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🚐 122, Loop: ROCK RV
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🚐 124, Loop: ROCK RV
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Reviews (457)

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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

4.4
457 reviews
5
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293
4
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3
7.9%
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12

Todd B

Verified

July 25, 2023 • Stayed at: 065, Loop: WOOD

5

What a great National Campground!

Candace B

Verified

July 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 119, Loop: ROCK

5

Very Clean and great sites. Clean Toilets and nice space between sites. No bad vibes here and a beautiful sound healing at the Frog pond near the boat ramps. I stayed at 119 for 3 nights. Quiet and serene. Beautiful sunrise across the lake. And two Geese Families parading their new Goslings. Quite a nice visit.

Alexander S

Verified

July 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 051, Loop: WOOD

5

Our site was spacious with plenty of distance from the neighboring site. It is part of a small subsection of the campground where there are only the two sites, both with an amazing view of the lake and a small trail down to the lakefront. Campground host was very friendly and checked us in after-hours when the ranger station was closed.

Humberto F

Verified

July 16, 2023 • Stayed at: 080, Loop: CHIP

5

Beautiful location with great scenery and access to the lake. Clean facilities.

Jennifer J

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July 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 083, Loop: CHIP

5

The area is great as it offers thinks to do on the lake as well as some great hiking.

Paul B

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July 15, 2023 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: SMOK

3

Nice campground with one exception. Old outdated toilets. It is evident there hasn't been any maintenence on them recently.

William W

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July 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 018, Loop: SMOK

5

Great stay staff was outstanding

Kevin M

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July 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: SMOK

4

NO MOSQUITOS!!! very nice will most likely stay there again.

Janiese G

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July 12, 2023 • Stayed at: 017, Loop: SMOK

5

We loved it here. The vault toilets were very clean. We even saw the sanitation truck come in July 4. Great views and nice spots.

Russ T

Verified

July 11, 2023 • Stayed at: 020, Loop: SMOK

3

The campground is good but the campground host site was a mess and the host used a very, very loud motorcycle for work tasks in the campground, including after quiet hours.

Location Sheridan Lake

Address:
Forest Recreation Management, Inc
Hill City, SD, 57745
United States

Highway access

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

Distance to downtown

8 mi drive to downtown Hill City (about 14 min)

Map of Sheridan Lake location at Hill City, SD, United States
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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

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