Black Fox Campground campground
Black Fox Campground
Reservations are accepted at Black Fox Campground, ensuring that visitors can secure their preferred campsite in advance. This feature is particularly useful during peak seasons when the campground tends to be busy. It is recommended to make reservations ahead of time to guarantee a spot, especially if planning to visit during popular holidays or weekends.
The best time to visit Black Fox Campground is during the summer months, from June to August, when the weather is pleasant for outdoor activities. The campground offers various recreational opportunities, including fishing in the nearby lake or exploring the surrounding hiking trails. Visitors can also enjoy wildlife watching and birding in the area.
While camping at Black Fox Campground, it is important to be cautious of wildlife encounters, as the campground is located in a natural habitat. It is advised to properly secure food and garbage to avoid attracting animals. Additionally, campers should be mindful of potential weather changes, as South Dakota can experience abrupt temperature shifts and storms. Overall, Black Fox Campground provides a serene and well-equipped camping destination for nature enthusiasts, offering a delightful experience in the beautiful state of South Dakota.
What's on-site at Black Fox Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Black Fox Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Fox | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Castle Peak Campground | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Castle Peak | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Custer Trail - Usfs | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Custer Trail | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Black Fox Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Rhoads Fork Near Rochford Sd | 4 cfs | → |
| Castle Cr Below Deerfield Dam Sd | 10 cfs | → |
| Castle Cr Above Deerfield Res Near Hill City Sd | 11 cfs | → |
| Spearfish Creek Near Lead | 19 cfs | → |
| Beaver Creek At Mallo Camp | 3 cfs | → |
| Cold Springs Creek At Buckhorn | 4 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Black Fox Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc North Rapid Creek (Snotel) | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| North Rapid Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blind Park | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Blind Park (Snotel) | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lead 5.5 Ssw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Spearfish-10mi.Se | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Black Hills National Forest
- Seventy-Six Sports Complex
- Spearfish City Park
- Brady Park
- Strong Field
- Jorgensen Park
Boat launches
- Deerfield Cove Road Pennington County
- Jenney Gulch Picnic Area Fishing Access
- Fsr 450 Pennington County
- Pennington County
- Sheridan Lake Road 16451, Rapid City
- Calvert Road Pennington County
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Black Fox Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Black Fox Campground
Can I make reservations at Black Fox Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Black Fox Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Black Fox Campground.