Nemo, SD

Dalton Lake Campground

Availability

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About this spot

Overview

Dalton Lake Campground sits next to the 2.8 acre Dalton Lake and offers nearby access to fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding and a variety of motorized recreation opportunities. Explore the dozens of miles of nearby trails or simply relax and enjoy the lake and nearby Little Elk Creek. The campground offers 11 sites and a picnic area nestled into the Ponderosa Pines of the Northern Black Hills. Whether you are looking to take some time to relax or looking for an adventure, the seclusion of Dalton Lake Campground offers an ideal experience for almost any explorer.

Recreation

Dalton Lake Campground provides extensive opportunities for access to outdoor recreation. Try fishing from the several piers surrounding Dalton lake, explore a portion of the 111 mile Centennial trail that runs adjacent to the campground or hop on your dirt bike, ATV or side by side to adventure through the dozens of nearby OHV trails.

Facilities

• Standard Nonelectric Campsites • Restrooms  • Group Picnic Shelter

Natural Features

Dalton Lake Campground sits at just under 4,400 feet elevation and is surrounded by tall peaks and beautiful Ponderosa Pine forest. Little Elk Creek feeds into Dalton lake and continues it’s meandering journey through large boulders and winding canyons east toward Piedmont, South Dakota. The lake is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout, managed by South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.

Typical weather

Dalton Lake

Average water temperature
Average water temperature for Dalton Lake, January through DecemberEach point shows the monthly average water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit.33°JJanuary: average water temperature 33°F33°FFebruary: average water temperature 33°F37°MMarch: average water temperature 37°F43°AApril: average water temperature 43°F53°MMay: average water temperature 53°F59°JJune: average water temperature 59°F65°JJuly: average water temperature 65°F63°AAugust: average water temperature 63°F56°SSeptember: average water temperature 56°F46°OOctober: average water temperature 46°F37°NNovember: average water temperature 37°F33°DDecember: average water temperature 33°F

Water: Water Quality Portal — 57 field-sample stations

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