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Sheridan Lake

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.

Available sites

89 total sites

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Oct 1 to Nov 1

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

Site
Price
🚐 001, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 002, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 003, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 004, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 005, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 006, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 007, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 008, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 009, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 010, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 011, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 012, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 014, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 015, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 016, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 017, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 018, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 019, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 020, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 021, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 022, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 023, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 024, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 025, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 026, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 027, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 028, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 029, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Back-in Site
🚐 030, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 031, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 032, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 033, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 034, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 035, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 036, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 037, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 038, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Paved · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 039, Loop: SMOK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 040, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 042, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 043, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 044, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 045, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 046, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 047, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 049, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 050, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 051, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 052, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 055, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 061, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 065, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 066, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 067, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 068, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 069, Loop: WOOD RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 070, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 071, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 072, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 073, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 074, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 075, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 076, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 077, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 078, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 080, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 081, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 082, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 083, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 084, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 085, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 086, Loop: CHIP Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 087, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 088, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 089, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 090, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 091, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
⛺ 092, Loop: CHIP Tent
Gravel · Pet Friendly · Campfire
🚐 093, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 094, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 095, Loop: CHIP RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Pull-through
🚐 109, Loop: ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 116, Loop: ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 117, Loop: ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 118, Loop: ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 119, Loop: ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 120, Loop: ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel · Driveway entry: Back-In
🚐 122, Loop: ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel
🚐 124, Loop: ROCK RV
Pet Friendly · Gravel

Reviews

497 reviews

Summary

AI generated

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.

Based on guest feedback

4.4

Overall rating

Based on 497 reviews

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5 stars 64.2% (319)
4 stars 21.3% (106)
3 stars 7.8% (39)
2 stars 4.2% (21)
1 star 2.4% (12)

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Thomas G

Verified

July 25, 2022 Stayed at: 030, Loop: SMOK

Nice camp site. Well managed. People didn’t run generators all night. Sites were just spread out enough.

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Randy E

Verified

July 20, 2022 Stayed at: 124, Loop: ROCK

Campsites are spread out with privacy.
Only stayed 1 night….. the Lake looked awesome…
ATT cell service did not exist….but that’s not necessarily a bad thing😊

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Michelle P

Verified

July 19, 2022 Stayed at: 052, Loop: WOOD

Electricity would be nice.

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Michael F

Verified

July 18, 2022 Stayed at: 069, Loop: WOOD

Great camping with lake access. We had site 69 with our pop-up camper. It has to be one of the best sites in the campground. Nobody on either side of your for 100 yards, and a lakefront campground with direct access to the lake via a gentle slope. Overall, a great trip.

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John S

Verified

July 17, 2022 Stayed at: 076, Loop: CHIP

Spacious sites, nice view of the lake. Friendly campground host. Bathrooms on the smelly side...

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Merida S

Verified

July 17, 2022 Stayed at: 065, Loop: WOOD

We brought a 5th wheel and kayaks for our stay. We could take the boats right down to the water from our spot. Fishing was good, too. The campground is very nice and we had a wonderful view of the lake, which was great at the end of the day around the campfire. Very quiet and private. The bathrooms were incredibly clean.

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Sheryl B

Verified

July 14, 2022 Stayed at: 004, Loop: SMOK

Great Campground. Beautiful site. Well spaced from other sites. Good lake access.

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Patricia J

Verified

July 12, 2022 Stayed at: 095, Loop: CHIP

Very spacious camp sites. Great hiking trail access to explore the area.

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Dale C

Verified

July 8, 2022 Stayed at: 046, Loop: WOOD

The view was beautiful, weather was perfect. Would recommend staying here just know there is no way to fill up rv with water. You have to go 5 mi back down road to another campground and pay $5, you will also need to come back to that campground to pay $10 to dump when you leave Sheridan Lake

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Justin S

Verified

July 8, 2022 Stayed at: 045, Loop: WOOD

Beautiful views, pristine water conditions, the host was helpful with a smile.

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Location & Directions for Sheridan Lake

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

Elevation: 1,414 ft

Getting There

From Rapid City, take Highway 16 for 18 mi west to Three Forks. Turn right (north) on Highway 385 and travel 2 mi to Calument Road at the inlet. Turn right and travel 1 mi to the campground.

Nearest town

Hill City, SD - 8 mi

About 14 min to downtown

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.

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: October 22, 2026

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