Dutchman
Campground · 34 bookable sites ·
Managed by the USDA Forest Service
Black Hills National Forest (NF) · Open Access
- 34
- Bookable sites
- 99 ft
- Max rig length
- up to 8
- People per site
- 3
- Accessible sites
- 6,023 ft
- Elevation
Overview
Dutchman Campground, located in a shady Ponderosa pine forested area on the northeast edge of Deerfield Reservoir at 5,000 feet. This camp is an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation in Black Hills National Forest.
Sites in the campground are widely spaced, and a few offer wide views of the lake. Of the 3 campgrounds in the Deerfield Recreation Area, this one is the most RV-friendly.
Recreation
Black Hills National Forest offers recreational opportunities for all ages. Guests can take advantage of opportunities for hiking, fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on moderate terrain.Open to hikers, bikers, and horseback riders, the 10-mile Deerfield Lake Loop Trail encircles Deerfield Lake, traversing the forested shoreline. It offers fantastic views and opportunities for birding and picnicking.
Across the lake, Deerfield Trail connects Deerfield Lake with Rapid Creek and Pactola Reservoir. Sites including a log flume, cabins, mines, tunnels and railroad grades provide visitors with a glimpse into the area's history.
Deerfield Reservoir is an ideal spot for fishing and boating. The lake supports populations of stocked rainbow and native brown trout.
Facilities
Dutchman Campground has sites able to accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs. The campground has picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water; however, electrical hook-ups are not available. Lake access is within walking distance. Deerfield Lake is a no wake lake.Natural Features
Located in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming, Black Hills National Forest encompasses nearly 1.25 million acres of rugged rock formations, canyons and gulches, open grassland parks, tumbling streams, deep blue lakes, and unique caves.Derived from the Lakota language, the words "Paha Sapa," meaning "hills that are black," honor the dark, pine-covered hills rising several thousand feet above the surrounding prairie.
Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate mountainous terrain, while elk, deer and pronghorn gather in forests and prairies. Bald eagles, hawks, osprey, peregrine falcon, and hundreds of other bird species can be found in the forest, especially along streams, lakes and rivers.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.Nearby Attractions
Possible day trips include Custer State Park with its many buffalo and other wildlife, Crazy Horse Monument and Wind Cave National Park as well as Jewel Cave which is the second longest cave in the world at 159.29 miles. It features sparkling calcite crystals and other rare formations, as well as some of the largest concentrations of passageways in the world
Charges & Cancellations
No refunds will be given for weather or related events.
The facts
- 34 bookable sites
- 45 sites in total, including non-bookable
- 3 accessible sites
- Vehicles up to 99 ft
- Up to 8 people per site
- Loops: DUTC, DUTCHMAN, MANAGEMENT
Site types
- 34 Standard Nonelectric
- 11 Management
Amenities
- Campfires allowed
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
45 campsites at Dutchman
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 56 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 002 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 52 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 003 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 004 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 007 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 45 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 009 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 99 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 010 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 54 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 011 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 51 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 012 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 013 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 47 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 014 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 32 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 015 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 48 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 016 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 41 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 017 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 43 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 018 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 42 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 023 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 99 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 025 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 46 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 026 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 61 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 027 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 40 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 028 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 47 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 029 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 47 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 032 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 50 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 033 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 44 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 034 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 49 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 035 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 39 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 036 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 56 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 037 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 36 ft | 8 | ♿ 🐾 |
| 038 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 54 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 039 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 52 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 041 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 54 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 042 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 47 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 043 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 52 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 044 | DUTC | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 43 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| XXX | DUTCHMAN | Standard Nonelectric | Back In | Gravel | 99 ft | 8 | 🐾 |
| 006 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 008 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 019 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 020 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 021 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 022 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 024 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 030 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 031 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 040 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — | |
| 045 | MANAGEMENT | Management | — | — | — | — |
Getting there
44.02444, -103.78222 · 44°1'28.0"N 103°46'56.0"W
Typical weather
Typically 80°F in Jul, down to 37°F in Dec.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 37 | 37 | 45 | 51 | 60 | 71 | 80 | 79 | 71 | 56 | 44 | 37 |
| Low °F | 3 | 4 | 12 | 21 | 31 | 39 | 44 | 40 | 32 | 21 | 12 | 6 |
| Precip in | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 7.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Dutchman
- Can you reserve a site at Dutchman?
- Yes, Dutchman is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Dutchman have?
- 45 sites in total, of which 34 can be booked.
- What is the maximum RV length at Dutchman?
- 99 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
- Are pets allowed at Dutchman?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Dutchman.
- Are campfires allowed at Dutchman?
- Campfires are allowed at Dutchman. Check for a current fire restriction before you go.
Also listed by
Dutchman also appears in other federal recreation data. Facts below are matched by name and location, not confirmed by Dutchman's operator.
USDA Forest Service — data as of Aug 24, 2026
- Regular Season: $26/night --- See Off-Season Information
Camping near Dutchman
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- Deerfield Trailheads (Trail #40) 0.8 mi · Facility
- Deerfield Lake Loop Trailheads (Trail #40L) 1.3 mi · Facility
- Kinney Canyon Trailhead 1.3 mi · Facility
- Castle Peak Campground 4.7 mi · Campground
- Ditch Creek Campground 5.3 mi · Campground
- Dougherty Trailhead 5.8 mi · Facility
- Newton System 6.3 mi · Facility
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- Redbank Springs Campground 10.2 mi · Campground
- Riley Hill Trailhead 10.4 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 605-673-9200
- Email tbolton@goexplorus.com
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-17.
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