Sheridan Lake Campground near Rapid City in the Black Hills as seen from the water looking back at the beach area.

Sheridan Lake: South Campground

The largest campground in Black Hills National Forest — 129 lakeside sites, swim beach, boat launch, and Flume Trail access, just 32 miles west of Rapid City

About

Located along the south shore of Sheridan Lake, Sheridan Lake South Campground offers five large loops with many sites featuring direct access to the lakeshore. Some sites are nestled into the ponderosa pines for seclusion, while others overlook the lake and surrounding Black Hills. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and grill. Campground amenities include water spigots, vault toilets, and trash collection. No electrical hookups or showers are available. Sites accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs up to 77 feet, including two tent-only sites. The warm lake supports rainbow and brown trout, northern pike, perch, and bass. The south boat ramp and South Beach swim area are both accessible from within the campground. Day-use fees are waived for registered campers. The Calumet Trailhead for the 11-mile nationally designated Flume Trail begins nearby. Peak season rate is $36 per night; off-season $15. Reserve up to 180 days in advance. Cell service is not available in the campground areas.

Photos

RV and truck parked an RV site at the Sheridan Lake Campground in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Campsites scattered through the trees with privacy between at Sheridan Lake Campground in the Black Hills, SD.
Looking at the campground tucked in ponderosa pines on the shore of Sheridan Lake in the Black Hills, SD.
Campers in Sheridan Lake Campground as seen through thick forrest of pines and lush undergrowth in the Black Hills, SD.
A duck swimming in Sheridan Lake, SD near the campground and swim beach.