Boxelder Forks Campground
Boxelder Forks Campground
Part of Black Hills National Forest
Overview
Boxelder Forks Campground is host to 13 campsites, tucked into the Ponderosa Pines along Boxelder Creek near the town of Nemo, South Dakota. The campground offers easy access to both motorized and non-motorized recreation. The Centennial Trail is just 1 mile east of the campground and serves as a beautful host for hiking, biking, horseback riding and motorized recreation. Dozens of miles of OHV trails are in close proximity to the campground. Meanwhile, fishing access is just steps away from the campground.
Natural Features
The campground is tucked into the Ponderosa Pines and White Spruce along Boxelder Creek. Boxelder Creek offers access to fishing for Rainbow Trout and Brook Trout. The surrounding forest hosts a variety of wildlife including: elk, deer, squirrels and a host of birds species.
Recreation
Dozens of miles of OHV trails originate in the area. The Centennial Trail also offers non-motorized recreation for those interested in hiking, biking or horseback riding.
Contact Info
Between 05/16/2026 and 09/30/2026 this location is staffed. Please call (605) 872-7869 to speak with local staff. From 10/01/2026 to 05/14/2027 this location is unstaffed. Please call (605) 642-4622 for general information.Important Notices
These campsites are non-electric sites. Generators may run from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. only.
Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
The Senior and Access discounts are only honored for the site that houses the card holder.
Notifications and Alerts
Our facility is experiencing a temporary water outage. Please bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water.
Available Activities
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
Directions
<p>From Rapid City, take South Canyon Road for approximately 7.1 miles to Nemo Road. Then proceed on Nemo Road for 11 miles to the town of Nemo, South Dakata. Turn left onto Boxelder Forks Road / Forest Road 140 and stay on Forest Service Road 140 for approximately 1.7 miles. The campground will be on your right. </p>
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 5, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 4, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 7, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 6, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 13, Loop South Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 2, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 11, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 14, Loop South Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 8, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 3, Loop North Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 12, Loop South Loop, Type Standard Nonelectric
