Strawberry Recreation Site
Strawberry Recreation Site
Part of Black Hills National Forest
Overview
Strawberry Recreation Site is located approximately 5 miles south of Lead and Deadwood, South Dakota. Strawberry Recreation Site offers a tranquil respite right off of highway 385 with five camping sites and two picnic areas overlooking a gorgeous pond, nestled into the surrounding tree-blanketed landscape. This first-come first-served area features a small pond with a paved accessible walkway and fishing platforms, making it ideal for bird watching and quiet afternoons.
Recreation
Fishing and nature watching are the primary recreation opportunities at Strawberry Recreation Area.
The areas south and east of the recreation area are extremely popular destinations for OHV riders.
Nearby Attractions
Deadwood and Lead are only about 5 miles away, offering an assortment of entertainment options, museums and restaurants.
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.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.
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 2, Loop Main, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 4, Loop Main, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 1, Loop Main, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 3, Loop Main, Type Standard Nonelectric
