Pactola Reservoir

Overview

Pactola Reservoir is managed by Bureau of Reclamation and is located near Rapid City, South Dakota. The Rapid Valley Unit of the Pick-Sloan Missouri Basin Program consists of Pactola Dam and Reservoir located on Rapid Creek about 15 miles west of Rapid City, South Dakota. The Dam is a zoned earthfill structure, 230 feet high, 40 feet wide at the crest, and 1,255 feet long. Numerous facilities associated with outdoor recreation are provided at Pactola Reservoir, including picnic grounds, campgrounds, boat ramps, a visitor center and scenic overlooks. Available fish species include rainbow trout, brown trout, and perch. Open year-round. Current reservoir levels.

Things to Do at Pactola Reservoir

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Pactola Reservoir include:

Nearby Activities

Boating
Camping
Fishing
Hiking
Hunting
Picnicking
Recreational Vehicles
Visitor Center
Water Sports

Plan Your Visit

Getting There

Site is 15 miles west of Rapid City off U.S. 385.

GPS Coordinates: 44.06762000000000, -103.48332000000001

Contact & Resources

Phone: 605- 343-1567

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Additional Information

Pactola Reservoir

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