Lakes in the Black Hills: The 5 Prettiest Bodies of Water near Rushmore
WEBLakes in the Black Hills: The 5 Prettiest Bodies of Water near Rushmore. We’ve pieced together information about the five prettiest lakes in the Black Hills, starting with a top-rated visual delight: Sylvan Lake.
Sylvan Lake - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBThis lake, situated within the rolling green hills of Custer State Park, is a great spot for a fun day out. The cool waters of the lake are perfect for kayaking, paddle boating, and swimming, and if you're looking for an adventure, you can go on a hike or climb the rocks surrounding the lake.
Black Hills National Forest - Horsethief Lake - US Forest Service
WEBHorsethief Lake is located near Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Fishing, especially ice fishing, is popular at this lake. Dredging operations were completed a few years ago to clean out excessive sediment to restore the depth and improve water quality.
Lakes of the Black Hills
WEBJul 17, 2020 · Overview: This 16-acre lake is just a stone’s throw from Mount Rushmore National Memorial, making it a popular day-use spot for anglers, swimmers, canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards. A cliff near the parking lot adjacent to the highway is popular with rock jumpers.
Top Fishing Spots in the Black Hills
WEBOct 20, 2021 · Horsethief Lake. Horsethief Lake nestles in the hills only two miles west from Mount Rushmore on SD-244. It’s known for its rainbow trout fishing, but the lake also carries good numbers of bluegill. The lake is easy to get to by vehicle and is a good spot to stop for a picnic and a quick fishing trip.
20 EPIC Things to Do Near Mount Rushmore (Helpful Guide)
WEBSep 11, 2024 · Table of Contents: Things to Do Near Mount Rushmore. Things to Know Before Visiting Sites Near Mount Rushmore; Best Things to Do Near Mount Rushmore. 1. Check out the Black Hills National Forest (borders Mount Rushmore) 9. Stop off at the world famous Wall Drug; 10. See Epic Devils Tower National Monument; What is the Mount Rushmore Controversy?
Horse Thief Lake - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBHorsethief Lake is very close to Mt. Rushmore (2 miles), so it is a popular place. The lake sits like an opalescent jewel amid rounded granite boulders and dark conifer forest. A campground has thirty-six sites that are well shaded and dispersed near the lake.
Horsethief Lake Campground, Black Hills National Forest - Recreation.gov
WEBThis campground is 2 miles from Mount Rushmore National Memorial and adjacent to Horsethief Lake. Sites are tucked into a forest of towering ponderosa and lodgepole pine. Horsethief Lake Campground has sites able to accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs.
Roubaix Lake, Black Hills National Forest - Recreation.gov
WEBThe Black Hills in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming feature a varied landscape of rugged rock formations, canyons and gulches, open grassland parks, tumbling streams and deep blue lakes. This secluded lake is …
Lakes and Reservoirs - Enjoy the Black Hills
WEBIron Creek Lake – A popular, small 24 acre lake near Spearfish. No-wake lake with shore fishing and many cabins. Horse Thief Lake – Near Mount Rushmore and a campground. Fort Meade Reservoir – Located in the northern unit of the Fort Meade Recreation Area .