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HIDDEN CREEK RV PARK FULL

Disposal of human waste should be a minimum of 200 feet from the nearest water source and should be buried at least 8 inches deep.

Campsites are allowed within the canyon bottom but must be 50 feet from the creek.

Utilize low-impact camping methods: do not dig trenches or build shelters.

Enjoy French Creek Natural Area, but please respect its beauty. Hiking and camping are encouraged however, due to the natural state of the area safety guidelines have been stablished. Located: West access is three miles from Blue Bell Lodge on North Lame Johnny Rd (CSP 4), east access is four miles south of the Visitor Center on Wildlife Loop RoadĬamping Type: Primitive, back-country hiking trailĬampsites: $7 per person per night - Campers need to register at the self-registration stations located at the east and west trailheads. Shortly downstream is the Narrows where the canyon pinches together and access is limited to climbing over the cliff, a 60 foot embankment, or swimming 100 feet through the creek. Approximately eight miles from French Creek Horse Camp the trail diverges from the horse trail at the sign to Fisherman’s Flat and becomes less defined. The hiking trail follows the creek as the trail is not marked or developed, hikers generally cross the creek 42 times. There is always a chance that you may see Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep scaling the canyon walls, an eagle circling above, or trout darting about in the stream.

Keep a sharp eye out for birds, mammals, and wildflowers. It was established to protect the abundant natural resources within the area while providing visitors the opportunity to experience the untouched beauty of the French Creek Gorge. The French Creek Natural Area is a 12 mile (19 km) back-country hiking trail. Today it attracts other prospectors, those seeking the golden opportunities to observe and interact with the natural world of French Creek Gorge.

The specks of gold found sparked a flurry of gold seekers into the Black Hills. Custer made French Creek famous during the summer of 1874, when gold was discovered by prospectors of the Custer Expedition. The lodge was rebuilt in 2016 and offers the following amenities: Limited service restaurant, resort cabins, convenience & gift shop, boat and water sport rentals, and fishing licenses Legion Lake Lodge is five miles southwest of the campground and dates back to 1913 when Custer State Park was a game preserve within the Custer State Forest and the area was leased by the local American Legion Post. Sanitation and Water: Vault toilets and showers Located off SD Highway North, three miles north of US Highway 16A Open: open house weekend through September 30 Please be aware there is a no wake rule for boats on the lake. There is a boat dock available on Center Lake as well as a swimming beach and excellent fishing opportunities. This campground can accommodate smaller RV’s and tents and all sites are available by same-day reservations.

HIDDEN CREEK RV PARK FULL

Sanitation & Water: flush toilets and showers, drinking water, vault toiletsĪDA & Accessibility: Restrooms, Camping Cabins BB14 and BB15 or Campsite 13Eīlue Bell Lodge is a hidden gem with a guest ranch feel and offers a Western experience sure to charm the boots right off’ya!Īmenities: Full service restaurant, Hayride and Chuckwagon Cookouts, fishing licenses, horseback riding, laundromat, resort cabins, convenience store & gift shop, fuel.Ĭenter Lake Campground is located just above Center Lake with sites shaded by ponderosa pines. Staffed: Camp attendant and on-site campground host. Located south on SD Hwy 87, adjacent to the Blue Bell Lodge and Horse Stables.Ĭampsites: $15/night per unit tent-only no electricity, $30/night per unit for site with electric hookupģ1 campsites - Campsite availability is available at .Ģ3 cabins - Cabin availability is available at. Enjoy horseback riding, trout fishing, and relaxing under the pines. Nestled in a ponderosa pine forest near French Creek, Blue Bell Campground accommodates large RV’s and tents.