Sheridan Lake Campground, Custer, SD

Sheridan Lake Campground is located in the Mystic Ranger District, Black Hills National Forest (32 min west of Rapid City, SD) with an elevation of 4,643 feet. There are a total of 89 campsites. The campground is normally open from mid May to the beginning of September. 87 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 24 and 77 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. There is a fee of $28.00 per night. Some amenities include boat ramp, swimming, marina. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, hiking trails, floating sports.

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Campsite Reviews (195)

4.5 out of 5

5 star		64%
4 star		22%
3 star		10%
2 star		2%
1 star		1%

@MichaelO142645 · Camped on Sep 25, 2024 at Campsite #73

Pleasant staff. Nice campsites.

@ChristineR7395 · Camped on Sep 23, 2024 at Campsite #44

Reserving a campsite is easy. The camp host was very nice and knowledgeable. My site was clean and level. The park was quiet and the sites had plenty of room between them. I had my dog with me and we had plenty of paved roads to walk on.

@DouglasB187722 · Camped on Sep 18, 2024 at Campsite #94

Very laid back atmosphere.

@BeverlyD308087 · Camped on Sep 16, 2024 at Campsite #122

It was hard to get a reservation but when we did it was great

@DebraVE505D424 · Camped on Sep 9, 2024 at Campsite #85

I camp with family members every September at Sheridan Lake in the Black Hills, SD. The campground is tidy and well managed and I always enjoy my time there. It would be lovely if the parks service could see their way to install showers throughout the grounds.

@DanielS7047089 · Camped on Sep 8, 2024 at Campsite #67

Great campsite location

@katherine25017 · Camped on Sep 8, 2024 at Campsite #36

As far as campsites that we have been to this was definitely our favorite! It was spacious between sites, clean, friendly, and situated on a beautiful parcel of land.

@JimS2180263 · Camped on Sep 6, 2024 at Campsite #91

some sites are too close together

@MitchellR77250 · Camped on Sep 4, 2024 at Campsite #94

Come there twice a summer for a week at a time for several years. Large sites with excellent staff. Think this is one of the best campgrounds in the whole system.

@RomanK20786C77 · Camped on Aug 20, 2024 at Campsite #42

Amazing campground. Super quiet, away from major highways. This campsite was pretty much right on the lake. We spent 3 days fishing Sheridan Lake and the fishing was amazing. Caught pike, crappie, rainbow, and HUGE bluegills. There was plenty of space to set up 2-3 tents, lots of parking area. The staff were all super nice. The young lady at the entrance booth gave us a map and helped with directions. You can also purchase fire wood right at the entrance to the campground. There are tons of offroading/hiking trails within half hour of this campground and youre also not far from bigger cities if you need to do shopping etc. so the location is awesome. We hope to be back!

@JamesC5011896 · Camped on Aug 16, 2024 at Campsite #76

A very nice campground near the lake. Most sites have the picnic table and fire ring on the camp side of the site. The sites are spread out so you're no on top of each other. The vault toilets are clean and well kept.

@RodneyL7566985 · Camped on Aug 11, 2024 at Campsite #50

Perfect distance from Mt Rushmore, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse and other fun attractions. Camp host and staff were kind and informative.

@JanellWF1EE0E3 · Camped on Aug 2, 2024 at Campsite #93

Nice site and lovely people that checked us in.

@GregL2241545 · Camped on Jul 23, 2024 at Campsite #84

The staff was very helpful dealing with the people that decided to stay after the check-out time. My wife and I had to wait 20 minutes for these old rude people to get their act together and leave. Check out time is 1PM - they left at 2:20 PM. Other then that issue - we had a wonderful time.

@BrandonY548224 · Camped on Jul 23, 2024 at Campsite #15

This was an excellent spot in the campground. There are not many flat spots for large tents, though. We were able to pitch a 3-person tent a little farther down the hill with a mostly flat spot with a great view of the valley. It was beautiful. Also, the bathrooms were very clean compared to other campgrounds I've camped at. Overall, excellent!

@SuzetteD3E8B07 · Camped on Jul 22, 2024 at Campsite #30

This is a rustic campground No water, sewer or electric Its right in the middle of all the tourist attractions makes it easy to see Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse and more.Groceries are not far in Hill City

@JamesB7853748 · Camped on Jul 15, 2024 at Campsite #122

Lovely campground.

@MarloJ0329B833 · Camped on Jul 1, 2024 at Campsite #44

Beautiful huge shaded campground. Giant sites. Top tier!

@SamS5464358 · Camped on Jun 30, 2024 at Campsite #73

The best lake in Black Hills SD

@DaveA1580673 · Camped on Jun 23, 2024 at Campsite #40

Great location, water spigots are limited and scattered, no tank dumps

@GeraldT2329821 · Camped on Jun 21, 2024 at Campsite #91

Great location for doing things in the Hills.

@SteveL9386340 · Camped on Jun 21, 2024 at Campsite #117

Great location. Close to many Black Hills tourist attractions. Great kayaking even with the boats. Paddle boarding good early before the boats start.

@NathanP3424100 · Camped on Jun 21, 2024 at Campsite #23

The campsites are beautiful

@BrennaMCC9EE4E · Camped on Jun 18, 2024 at Campsite #119

Beautiful campground-quiet and peaceful. Nice facilities within walking distance from each campsite. Beautiful views of the lake!

@BroxtonBB32D7C · Camped on Jun 18, 2024 at Campsite #19

The campsite was clean and it was quiet and peaceful at night. The bathroom facilities were also well maintained.

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