Pactola Reservoir Campground
Quick Facts
4,711 ftPrice
$28/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
110 campsites
Season
Open from May 21 to ...
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
Quick Facts
4,711 ftPrice
$28/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
110 campsites
Season
Open from May 21 to ...
Cell
Has Service
Pets
Very Pet Friendly
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Based on 320 reviews
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"Reviews are mixed, with praise for the campground's natural beauty and recreational opportunities but criticism for noise levels, campsite proximity, and lack of showers. Many reviewers highlight the clean facilities and friendly camp hosts."
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Pactola Reservoir Campground
Forest Recreation Management, Inc, P.O. Box 1168, Hill City, SD, 57745, USA
Best Time to Camp at Pactola Reservoir Campground
Experience the Black Hills' dynamic weather personality, where warm summer days invite you to dive into lake activities while cool evenings call for campfire stories. Peak season brings reliably sunny skies and comfortable temperatures, though nature occasionally flexes with dramatic afternoon winds that whistle through the pines or brief heat waves that make the reservoir's cool waters even more inviting.
Peak season for boating, swimming and warm days; many positive summer reviews.
Early fall (through early Sept) offers cooler evenings and wildlife activity but season is short.
Open from late May; late-spring visits offer milder weather and fewer crowds but short season.
Campground closed outside May 21–Sept 7; winter stays not available.
Planning Tips
- Peak Season: May 21 - September 07, 2025.. Book 2-3 months ahead.
- Operating Season: Open from May 21 to September 7 (reservable start dates June 24).
- Current Alerts: No current alerts provided.
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