US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National forest in Pennington County, South Dakota. Run by USFS.
| Operator | USFS |
|---|---|
| Agency | USDA Forest Service (Black Hills National Forest) |
| Campsites | 12 |
| Site types | 12 standard, no electric |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 76 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Drinking water | Yes |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (605) 673-9200 |
| Address | Hill City, SD |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Whitetail Campground before you go.
Whitetail Campground is located above Deerfield Reservoir at 6,000 feet, an ideal setting for guests seeking summer climate relief, recreation and relaxation in Black Hills National Forest. Sites in this campground are widely spaced. Several have lake views, while others are more secluded and tucked into ponderosa and lodgepole pine forest. Recreation Black Hills National Forest offers recreational opportunities for all ages. Guests can take advantage of opportunities for hiking, fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on moderate terrain.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Whitetail Campground is in Pennington County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.