We are blessed
Deerfield Reservoir & Horsethief Lake
Deerfield Reservoir:
- 3rd largest - 430 acres
- Non-motorized
- 15 miles from Hill City
Horsethief Lake:
- 30 acres - Walking Trail around the shoreline
- Non-motorized
- 6 miles from Hill City
Something for everyone
From large reservoirs to small lakes, the Black Hills has a place to paddle for everyone.
Area favorites include:
- Pactola Lake - Jenny Gulch: motorized
- Sheridan Lake: motorized
- Center Lake:
- Roubaix Lake
- Bismarck Lake
Custer State Park
There are 5 lakes within Custer State Park. They are smaller 20-50 acres at most. Perfect for swimming, boating, and hiking.
- Center Lake
- Legion Lake
- Stockade Lake
- Sylvan Lake
- Game Lodge Pond
* Entrance fee required
Whitewater Kayaking
Class I-III paddling can be found in the Black Hills in the early Spring through June. Our whitewater season is very snow-pack dependent. Check with our partner - Black Hills Paddlesports for more information about venues.
