OutReserve

Whitetail

Deerfield Lake
Whitetail
Deerfield Lake 1

About Whitetail

Whitetail Campground is located above Deerfield Reservoir at 6,000 feet, an ideal setting for guests seeking summer climate relief, recreation and relaxation in Black Hills National Forest. Sites in this campground are widely spaced. Several have lake views, while others are more secluded and tucked into ponderosa and lodgepole pine forest.

Number of accommodations: 12

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently closed - Opens on May 20

Sites & Availability

12 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 06, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop: WHIT
No Hookups
$26.00
/ per night

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.

Review Summary

4.6
62 reviews
5
72.6%
45
4
21.0%
13
3
3.2%
2
2
3.2%
2
1
0.0%
0

Margie G

Verified

July 23, 2021 Stayed at: 15, Loop: WHIT

4

Absolutely beautiful!

Joe M

Verified

July 18, 2021 Stayed at: 15, Loop: WHIT

5

Roger was an awesome host. Would recommend!

Mylee P

Verified

July 16, 2021 Stayed at: 17, Loop: WHIT

2

Beautiful campground and great lake for kayaking or paddle boarding.

Lyle F

Verified

July 16, 2021 Stayed at: 17, Loop: WHIT

4

The weather was great and ATV rides great. New bathrooms were a huge improvement.

Sadie T

Verified

July 13, 2021 Stayed at: 06, Loop: WHIT

4

Nice secluded campground. Deerfield Lake was beautiful!

Sara L

Verified

July 4, 2021 Stayed at: 14, Loop: WHIT

5

Beautiful! So many wild flowers and close lake access.

Abby J

Verified

June 27, 2021 Stayed at: 06, Loop: WHIT

5

Bathrooms were clean. Host was very friendly and helpful. It was a nice quiet campground with a beautiful lake close by.

John B

Verified

May 31, 2021 Stayed at: 04, Loop: WHIT

4

Excellent bike ride around the lake, very clean and secure site, no problem leaving camp set up during day trips. The camp host, Roger was very helpful and a very nice guy. Got 3 inches of rain one of the days- still enjoyed my stay!

Gavin A

Verified

May 30, 2021 Stayed at: 17, Loop: WHIT

5

Weather wasn’t very cooperative but the site was great and the host was very friendly and helpful.

Elizabeth S

Verified

August 8, 2020 Stayed at: 15, Loop: WHIT

5

This was by far one of the best campgrounds I've stayed at. Clean, decently spaced, quiet, beautiful scenery and best of all, the host was super helpful.

Location Whitetail

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

Latitude & Longitude: 44.0126 / -103.803

Elevation: 1829 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

These campsites are non-electric sites. Generators may run from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. only.

General

Non-reservable sites may be available on a first come, first served basis

General

Prevent the spread of invasive species by inspecting and cleaning packs, equipment, and tires before using lake or trails

General

A pet fee of $2 per pet per night is required upon check-in

General

No refunds for inclement weather

General

Click here for more information about Black Hills National Forest

General

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.

General

The Senior and Access discounts are only honored for the site that hoses 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.

General

During walk up season, fewer sites may be available.

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