About Whitetail
Number of accommodations: 12
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2026 Season availability
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Reviews (62)
What Guests Are Saying
Whitetail campground offers a clean and well-maintained environment, with friendly and accommodating hosts enhancing the experience. Visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, scenic views, and easy access to the nearby lake for fishing and leisurely activities. Many guests express their intention to return, citing the beautiful surroundings and overall positive experiences.
What Guests Are Saying
Whitetail campground offers a clean and well-maintained environment, with friendly and accommodating hosts enhancing the experience. Visitors appreciate the quiet atmosphere, scenic views, and easy access to the nearby lake for fishing and leisurely activities. Many guests express their intention to return, citing the beautiful surroundings and overall positive experiences.
Review Summary
Susan W
VerifiedJune 24, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 17, Loop: WHIT
The lake is an easy walk away and you can walk the shore for long distances. I was there on a weekday in June and it was very quiet. Tent sites are somewhat sloped but doable.
Joni B
VerifiedJune 20, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 07, Loop: WHIT
The host was so friendly and made it a great trip!
Lyle F
VerifiedJune 15, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 14, Loop: WHIT
The hosts were very nice and also helpful with detours from road construction. They were around but but didnβt bug us at all. The toilets were immaculate. Weβve stayed there before and this was our best experience. Would recommend the campground and the hosts
Michele N
VerifiedJune 3, 2025 β’ Stayed at: 15, Loop: WHIT
The host was very pleasant. This is our favorite spot and can't wait until we can come back in 2weeks
Nancy H
VerifiedOctober 15, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 15, Loop: WHIT
One of our favorite campgrounds. Several sites with lake views. Easy access for larger rigs, with well-maintained gravel roads. The best thing this year was the new host "Steve.". The campground was in better shape than ever. The campground and picnic area bathrooms were always clean and tidy. His daily rounds through the camp were a welcome site, and always checking on the campers' welfare was a top priority. We felt safe and sound. He knows the area and was helpful with directions and places of interest. We hope he returns next year!
Daniel R
VerifiedJuly 31, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 10, Loop: WHIT
Friendly camp host. Clean campground and vault toilet. Some ATV traffic on road by campground causing some dust at sites.
Kevin S
VerifiedJuly 27, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 10, Loop: WHIT
great place
Kevin S
VerifiedJuly 27, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 04, Loop: WHIT
Love it
Kevin S
VerifiedJuly 27, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 09, Loop: WHIT
Great Time
John B
VerifiedJuly 17, 2024 β’ Stayed at: 01, Loop: WHIT
Campground was well-kept, quiet, peaceful.
Location Whitetail
Address:
Forest Recreation Management, Inc
Hill City, SD, 57745
United States
From Hill City, take Deerfield Rd. (County Rt. 308/Forest Rt. 17) west for 15.1 miles to Whitetail Campground sign (Forest Rt.421). Turn right onto Rt. 421 and travel 0.9 miles to the campground.
Latitude & Longitude: 44.0126 / -103.803
Elevation: 1829 feet
Policies & Rules
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These campsites are non-electric sites. Generators may run from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. only. |
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Non-reservable sites may be available on a first come, first served basis |
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Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails |
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A pet fee of $2 per pet per night is required upon check-in |
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No refunds for inclement weather |
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Click here for more information about Black Hills National Forest |
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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. |
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The Senior and Access discounts are only honored for the site that hoses the card holder.
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During walk up season, fewer sites may be available. |
