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Horsethief Lake Campground in South Dakota
Moderate to BookNational Forest

Horsethief Lake Campground

Black Hills National Forest, South Dakota

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Moderate Demand

Notices from Recreation.gov

Vehicles towing trailers of any type and motorhomes over 25 feet in length will not be allowed into the area of Sites 23 through 28

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

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

A pet fee of $2 per pet per night is required upon check in. Pets must be leashed, under control and attended at all times.

In accordance with standard industry practices, ExplorUS will be assessing an additional vehicle fee of $5.00 per night on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles. This fee is payable to the camp host upon arrival

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.

Drinking water is available but you CANNOT hook up for filling.

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on August 24, 2026. Check Horsethief Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Stay and booking rules

Taxes apply

Published by Recreation.gov for Horsethief Lake Campground, read on August 24, 2026.

Horsethief Lake Campground Facts

  • As of August 2026, Horsethief Lake Campground is a campground in Black Hills National Forest, South Dakota with 42 campsites.
  • Horsethief Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
  • PermitSnag checks Horsethief Lake Campground for availability and alerts watchers when a site opens up.
  • Horsethief Lake Campground is located at 43.8951° N, 103.4842° W.

At a Glance

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Best For
RV Camping
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Setting
Mountain
🛣️
Access
Paved road
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Sites
42

Things to Do

🎣Fishing
🥾Hiking
🚴Biking
🦌Wildlife
📷Photography
🐴Horse Riding

Frequently Asked Questions

Horsethief Lake Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 42 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

Site Types

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Standard
16 sites
Tent
6 sites

Amenities

🚻restrooms💧potable water

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