Dalton Lake Campground

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USDA Forest Service

10Supported overnight records

1Published site categories

10Sites with a reported party limit

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A closer look at the campground

Overview Dalton Lake Campground sits next to the 2.8 acre Dalton Lake and offers nearby access to fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding and a variety of motorized recreation opportunities. Explore the dozens of miles of nearby trails or simply relax and enjoy the lake and nearby Little Elk Creek. The campground offers 11 sites and a picnic area nestled into the Ponderosa Pines of the Northern Black Hills. Whether you are looking to take some time to relax or looking for an adventure, the seclusion of Dalton Lake Campground offers an ideal experience for almost any explorer. Recreation Dalton Lake Campground provides extensive opportunities for access to outdoor recreation. Try fishing from the several piers surrounding Dalton lake, explore a portion of the 111 mile Centennial trail that runs adjacent to the campground or hop on your dirt bike, ATV or side by side to adventure through the dozens of nearby OHV trails. Facilities • Standard Nonelectric Campsites • Restrooms • Group Picnic Shelter Natural Features Dalton Lake Campground sits at just under 4,400 feet elevation and is surrounded by tall peaks and beautiful Ponderosa Pine forest. Little Elk Creek feeds into Dalton lake and continues it’s meandering journey through large boulders and winding canyons east toward Piedmont, South Dakota. The lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout, managed by South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

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The campsite mix

Standard Nonelectric

Operator directions

From Sturgis, I-90 exit 32 take Vanocker Canyon Hwy south for approximately 12.5 miles to Dalton Lake Road. Dalton lake is a gravel road. Take Dalton Lake Road east for 3.7 miles to Dalton Lake Campground. The Campground and lake will be on the left-hand side of the road.

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SITE / LOOP	TYPE	EQUIPMENT LIMITS	PEOPLE / VEHICLES	DRIVEWAY	ELECTRIC / SHADE
Site 10 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 25 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 25 ft Vehicle: 25 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 11 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 30 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 30 ft Vehicle: 30 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 2 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 25 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: limit unknown Vehicle: 25 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 3 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 45 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 45 ft Vehicle: 45 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 4 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 30 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 30 ft Vehicle: limit unknown Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 5 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 35 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 35 ft Vehicle: 35 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Yes
Site 6 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 50 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 50 ft Vehicle: 50 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 7 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 50 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 50 ft Vehicle: 50 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Yes
Site 8 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 30 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 30 ft Vehicle: 30 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported
Site 9 Loop not specified Source updated: 2026-04-01	Standard Nonelectric	Rv: 30 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 30 ft Vehicle: 30 ft Numeric screening only	8 people Not reported vehicles	Not reported Not reported	Not reported Shade: Not reported

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Dalton Lake Campground

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Operator directions

10 published campsite records

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