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South Dakota
Dalton Lake Campground and Picnic Area
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24 active alerts in Black Hills National Forest; most severe: Pactola North Boat Ramp Closure
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Clear, high 63°F / low 53°F, 0% precip — 97/100 for campground
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Dalton Lake Campground and Picnic Area
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The Dalton Lake Campground has eleven camp sites. Restroom facilities are available. The nearby Dalton Lake Trailhead provides access to the Centennial Trail which is open for hiking, horse-riding and bicycling (on Centennial trail going north). The Centennial trail going to the south it is open for motorized travel. Dalton Lake is next to the campground and is a popular little fishing area with populations of rainbow and brook trout. South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks manages the fishing here, so prior to fishing consult the state fishing regulations. Shoreline access is good, as is access via a pier. Dalton Lake is approximately 2.8 acres and 15 ft. deep. The Forest Service and South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks drained and dredged the lake in 2011/2012.Dalton Lake Campground Layout Reservations are not available for Dalton Lake Campground. Sites are available first come, first served. See the layout of the campground to find your perfect camping site. Download
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