Steamboat Recreation Area
Steamboat Recreation Area
Part of Black Hills National Forest
Overview
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.
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
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
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
Our facility is experiencing a temporary water outage. Please bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water.
Please Note: One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. Extra vehicles will be charged a per night fee that is collected at the campground.
Directions
<p>From Rapid City, take South Canyon Road west to Nemo Road. Take Nemo Road 11 miles Northwest for 11 miles. Steamboat Recreation Area will be on the right side of the road. </p>
Contact Information
Phone: 605-642-4622
Rental Options
Available Campsites
- Site 01, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 09, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 08, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 06, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 03, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 07, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 05, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 02, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 04, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
- Site 10, Loop Main, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
