Shadehill Recreation Area Campground
Open year-round. Water systems and some facilities may be closed from November 30 through April 30; contact the park at 605-374-5114 for current conditions during winter months.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued August 11 at 10:02PM MDT until August 11 at 10:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ALLOWED SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH 569 TO EXPIRE FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN SOUTH DAKOTA THIS ALLOWS TO EXPIRE 8 COUNTIES IN NORTHWEST SOUTH DAKOTA PERKINS IN SOUTHWEST SOUTH DAKOTA CUSTER FALL RIVER OGLALA LAKOTA IN WEST CENTRAL SOUTH DAKOTA HAAKON MEADE PENNINGTON ZIEBACH THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BILLSBURG, BISON, CUSTER, DUPREE, EDGEMONT, FAITH, HERMOSA, HILL CITY, HOT SPRINGS, KIRLEY, KYLE, LEMMON, MILESVILLE, OGLALA, PHILIP, PINE RIDGE, RAPID CITY, STURGIS, UNION CENTER, AND WALL. THIS INCLUDES THE TRIBAL LANDS OF THE CHEYENNE RIVER RESERVATION AND THE PINE RIDGE RESERVATION.
About
Nestled on the shores of Shadehill Reservoir, Shadehill Recreation Area offers opportunities to enjoy land- and water-based activities. The reservoir is one of western South Dakota's few large lakes. The dam, built in 1951 by the Bureau of Reclamation, creates more than 5,000 surface acres of water to enjoy. Give yourself plenty of time to explore the area by reserving a campsite, cabin or the three-bedroom lodge. The three-bedroom lodge at Shadehill Recreation Area is a favorite for family retreats and hunting groups. The furnished lodge sleeps up to 12 people and is air-conditioned and heated. It can be reserved a year in advance. The cabins, which accommodate four people, also have heating, air conditioning, electricity and a fire grate and picnic table outside. Campsites all come with electricity and access to comfort stations with showers and flush toilets. To take advantage of the large inviting lake at Shadehill Recreation Area, guests may hit the beach, use the boat ramp and fish for walleye, smallmouth bass and crappie. The town of Lemmon, 12 miles away, is home to the Petrified Wood Park and Museum and the annual Boss Cowman Rodeo Celebration.
Directions
Located 12 miles south of Lemmon on South Dakota Highway 73.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | No |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $300 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 110ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 110ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | Yes |
Contact
| Shadehill@state.sd.us | |
| Phone | +1 (605) 374-5114 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
Community Posts
No posts yet. Be the first to share your experience!