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Boxelder Forks Campground

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USDA Forest Service
13Supported overnight records
1Published site categories
13Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the campground

Overview Boxelder Forks Campground is host to 13 campsites, tucked into the Ponderosa Pines along Boxelder Creek near the town of Nemo, South Dakota. The campground offers easy access to both motorized and non-motorized recreation. The Centennial Trail is just 1 mile east of the campground and serves as a beautful host for hiking, biking, horseback riding and motorized recreation. Dozens of miles of OHV trails are in close proximity to the campground. Meanwhile, fishing access is just steps away from the campground.     Recreation Dozens of miles of OHV trails originate in the area. The Centennial Trail also offers non-motorized recreation for those interested in hiking, biking or horseback riding.   Natural Features The campground is tucked into the Ponderosa Pines and White Spruce along Boxelder Creek. Boxelder Creek offers access to fishing for Rainbow Trout and Brook Trout. The surrounding forest hosts a variety of wildlife including: elk, deer, squirrels and a host of birds species.  Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

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How much is documented?

Reported fields across the 13 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.

Party limit
13
Vehicle limit
13
Vehicle length
13
Driveway entry
13
Shade
13

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The campsite mix

Standard Nonelectric
13

Operator directions

From Rapid City, take South Canyon Road for approximately 7.1 miles to Nemo Road. Then proceed on Nemo Road for 11 miles to the town of Nemo, South Dakata. Turn left onto Boxelder Forks Road / Forest Road 140 and stay on Forest Service Road 140 for approximately 1.7 miles. The campground will be on your right.

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THE ACTUAL SITES

13 published campsite records

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SITE / LOOPTYPEEQUIPMENT LIMITSPEOPLE / VEHICLESDRIVEWAYELECTRIC / SHADE
Site 1
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 10
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: 35 ft
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 11
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 12
South Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: 35 ft
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 13
South Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: 35 ft
Tent: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 14
South Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: 40 ft
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 2
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 3
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 4
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 5
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 6
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: limit unknown
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 7
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: 35 ft
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes
Site 8
North Loop
Source updated: 2026-07-24
Standard Nonelectric
Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown
Rv: 35 ft
Tent: limit unknown
Trailer: limit unknown
Vehicle: limit unknown
Numeric screening only
8 people
2 vehicles
Back-in
Not reported
Not reported
Shade: Yes

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