Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights2 sites open for every nightA forested campground near trout fishing, hiking, and mountain biking.
Recreation radiates outward from the lake and into the wider Black Hills National Forest. At the campground you can launch a boat for waterskiing, swim off the beach, or fish for rainbow and brown trout, northern pike and perch; fly fishing is especially productive in Spring Creek below the dam, and ice fishing draws anglers in winter.








Length limits vary by campsite.
Not listed — confirm before booking: Max RV length isn't listed.
Check dates on Recreation.gov.
| Site | Fr 13 | Sa 14 | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB1 group standard nonelectric | – | – | $60 |
| DD1 group standard nonelectric | – | – | $72 |
| SS1 group standard nonelectric | – | – | $120 |
| OO1 group standard nonelectric | – | – | $127 |
| RR1 group standard nonelectric | – | – | $192 |
✓ available · R reserved · X not available · C closed · W first come, first served · N not yet released
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“We enjoyed that this site was isolated. Plenty of room for tents on both sides of the parking lot. Several cooking options with grills and two fire pits. We were a group of 20 and it worked very well for us.”
“The park rangers and staff were absolutely wonderful human beings! The grounds and bathrooms were perfectly kept. This was a wonderful experience for everyone! THANK YOU! ”
“Campground was clean. Black Hills were beautiful. ”
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights2 sites open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights1 site open for every night
Available Nov 13–15 · 2 nights2 sites open for every night0 individual reservable campsites from Recreation.gov, checked Nov 7 · 5 group sites listed separately. Rates are the listed nightly rates.
5 sites · $192, $120/night
Loops: Shelter Area (5)
0 open Nov 13–Nov 15
An idea to start from, built from this campground's listing and real tours nearby. Times, openings and prices change, so check each before you go.
Longer tours — plan travel time before and after.
Welcome to Mount Rushmore National Memorial! Follow along these stops to get the most out of your experience.
Source: National Park Service. Tours are in the free NPS App.
Rentals that may deliver here. Delivery may be available — confirm fees and dates with the owner before you book.

Travel trailer · 25 ft · sleeps 7 · 15 mi from campground
$125/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Fifth wheel · 41 ft · sleeps 6 · 16 mi from campground
$200/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
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Travel trailer · 19 ft · sleeps 9 · 17 mi from campground
$145/night listed · Outdoorsy · Delivery may be available
View rentalPaid experiences on Viator. Distances are from this campground when the tour lists its own start point.

Rapid City area · 9 hr · from $164/person

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Rapid City area · 9 hr · from $475/person
Rapid City area · 8 hr–9 hr · from $450/person

Rapid City area · 8 hr · from $366/person

Rapid City area · 40 min · from $20/person

Rapid City area · 8 hr–9 hr · from $648/person

Rapid City area · 8 hr–9 hr · from $312/person

Rapid City area · 10 hr · from $295/person
Ranger programs, trails and park activities — typically free. Separate from paid tours above.

30-60 Minutes
View exhibits and the 23-minute film "Mount Rushmore: Carved in Stone" which takes viewers on a journey through the history of America's most recognized mountain carving, from long…

20-45 Minutes
The Presidential Trail provides changing views of Mount Rushmore as you travel through ponderosa pine forest and granite outcrops.

15-30 Minutes
Visit the Sculptor's Studio to learn more about Gutzon Borglum, his scale model and the process of carving Mount Rushmore.

30-60 Minutes
Looking to experience the natural surroundings of the Black Hills? Try hiking the Blackberry Trail.
Source: National Park Service (Mount Rushmore National Memorial). Photos link to nps.gov and are credited to their photographers.