About this campground
One of two National Recreation Trails in the Black Hills, the Palmer Creek Trail (Lost Cabin #2), starts with a steep climb to the Wilderness boundary. Then during a gradual descent, users are treated to numberous views of Harney Peak. This trail is a favorite of many hikers and riders, and is often used as a loop with Harney Trail #9 for a long day outing. Water is available at Nelson Creek and Lost Cabin Creek.
Activities
- HIKING
- HORSEBACK RIDING
Nearby federal campgrounds
- Willow Creek TrailheadBlack Hills National Forest1 mi
- Big Pine Trailhead (Centennial #89)Black Hills National Forest4 mi
- Breezy Point Picnic AreaBlack Hills National Forest4 mi
- Samelius TrailheadBlack Hills National Forest4 mi
- Information CenterMount Rushmore National Memorial5 mi
- Lincoln Borglum Visitor CenterMount Rushmore National Memorial5 mi
Explore more South Dakota camping
Palmer Creek Trailhead (Lost Cabin #2) doesn't take campsite reservations — but plenty of nearby South Dakota campgrounds do, and we'll alert you the moment a sold-out site opens up.
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