Cold Brook Campground

Shared by @public_lands (Public Lands)

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Campground · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fees: Camping reservations can be made at Recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. Overview Located less than 1 mile north of Hot Springs, South Dakota sits one of the area's most perferred campgrounds. At the south end of Cold Brook Campground sits Cold Brook Lake, a popular destination for those looking to take a swim at the beach, snorkel in the crystal clear water or wet a line while trying to catch a variety of fish species. At the north end of the campground sits a wildlife area with a two-track trail that is good for a morning stroll or a short bike ride with the possibility of seeing wildlife. Recreation Cold Brook Lake is about 33 acres in size and it provides a quiet opportunity to wet a line and possibly catch a large mouth bass, northern pike, catfish, carp, rainbow trout, or various pan fish. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, or any other small non-gas motorized boat can commonly be seen on the lake. As the summer heats up, the beach tends to be a popular… Getting there: From Rapid City, SD take US-79 South, turn right onto US-18 W/US-385N, follow US-385N through Hot Springs, shortly after the speed limit increases to 35mph turn left onto Badger Clark Road, at the T-intersection turn right onto Evans Street, follow that road as it takes a sharp curve to the left, then as the road splits stay to the right and go up the hill and lastly the road will turn to gravel, follow this to the campground and day use area. From Chadron, NE take US-385 North, turn left onto… Phone: 605-745-5476. FOR RESERVATIONS, CALL: 877-444-6777. Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/10001419 Source: Recreation.gov. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers