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

Important Notices

• FYI: During the off season (from 10/01 until 12/14th) the USFS operates this campground.

  Their information is listed below:

  Black Hills National Forest / Hell Canyon Ranger District                                                         

  1019 North 5th Street, Custer, SD 57730                                 

  Phone 605.673.9200  www.fs.usda.gov/r02/blackhills0

  Daily Fee is $15.00 per First Come First Served campsite of which there are 3 available.

  Sites are located outside of the main campground gates.

  Self-Pay at all open campgrounds. The stay limit is 14 days in a 28 day period.

  Parking Spur Length is 45 ft.

  Drinking water is NOT available. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring. Vault toilets are also available.

  Garbage and Trash "Pack It In Pack It Out" at all times.

  Please note that roads are not maintained during the off-season. Sites are open until weather prohibits access or closed on the date noted above. (12/14/2026)

  The information listed below is pertinent during the open season from May 15th to September 30th.

• There is no water available at this campground.

• 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. 

• In accordance with standard industry practices, ExplorUS will be assessing an additional vehicle fee of $5.00 per night on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles. This fee is payable to the camp host upon arrival

Notifications and Alerts

• FYI: Off Season Information for this campground can be found in the "Need To Know" Section.

  Please note that NOT ALL Campgrounds are open during the Off Season, some are closed.

  During the Off Season the Campgrounds that are open are operated by the US Forest Service and are all First Come First Served.

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>

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