U.S. Forest Service
Steamboat Recreation Area
Photo · Black Hills National ForestNot publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
10Sites
The place
Woven into the rugged limestone canyons of the Black Hills, Steamboat Recreation Area offers a serene escape where the scent of Ponderosa Pine meets the gentle rush of Boxelder Creek. Massive rock cliffs tower over quiet, shaded sites, creating a natural cathedral for those seeking a quiet detour from the typical frenzied pace. 10 Sites are spread across the recreation area, offering two large group tent site areas and eight other more intimate tent-only campsites. Recreation Nearby recreation opportunities include an extensive network of OHV trails that can be accessed just a few miles from recreation area. Keep reading
The Centennial Trail can be accessed via the Blue Draw Trailhead (4.3 miles away) or Pilot Knob Trailhead (6.3 miles away). Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
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The sites · 10
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main | 01 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| Main | 02 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| Main | 03 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| Main | 04 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| Main | 05 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| Main | 06 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| Main | 07 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | yes |
| Main | 08 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| Main | 09 | tent only nonelectric | — | — | |
| Main | 10 | tent only nonelectric | — | — |
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Booking
183 daysBooking window before arrival
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
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Fees
$18.00 / night
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Your representative
This campground sits in SD-00. This member’s public-lands record →
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