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Hugh Glass Campground

Hugh Glass Campground is located near Lemmon, South Dakota, featuring flat plains and open landscapes. Temperatures range from lows of 10°F in winter to highs of 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include the Petrified Wood Park and Museum and Shadehill Recreation Area, offering opportunities for exploration and recreation.

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Map & DirectionsHugh Glass Campground is located in South Dakota near Lemmon

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Address

19150 Summerville Road
Lemmon, SD 57653

Coordinates

45.73797531 N
102.24116628 W

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Access

Drive-In
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Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Site Types

Tent Sites
RV Sites
Standard (Tent/RV)
Group

Features

For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Phone Service
Toilets
Alcohol
Pets
Fires

Drive Time

2 hrs 20 min from Bismarck, ND
2 hrs 52 min from Rapid City, SD
3 hrs 44 min from Minot, ND
4 hrs 53 min from Fargo, ND

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Reviews4 Camper Reviews - Hugh Glass Campground

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Many campers appreciated the remote, peaceful setting on a bluff over Shadehill reservoir with basic amenities like vault toilets and water. Visitors often highlighted the free or low-cost camping with good site selection.

Debra P.

Guide

Reviewed May. 25, 2025

It’s not free but it is beautiful !

Memorial Day weekend and there is only one other camper. The campground is run by the South Dakota Fish and Game and the current rate is $16.91 per night with a 14 day max stay. Easy 4 mile drive of highway on well maintained dirt/gravel road.

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Month of VisitMay

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Leslie B.

Ranger

Reviewed Jun. 2, 2024

Didn't stay

I planned to stay but severe storm was on the way. Drove through to at least check out. Free camping. Vault toilets. Water taps. Campground is on a bluff over Shadehill reservoir in national grassland. Most sites are pretty close together. I would have selected #11 if I had stayed.
It looks almost abandoned since you have to know it is here. Hard to impossible to find info on USDA web. I only knew about it from The Dyrt.

Month of VisitMay

Brian K.

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 14, 2021

Simple campground with great views of the reservoir

Remote with ~14 campsites. You take a dirt road all the way in. First come first serve no fee. There isn’t a designated swim area but there is a nice sandy bottom close to the boat launch.

Site11

Month of VisitAugust

Frank M.

Ranger

Reviewed May. 1, 2020

Perfectly Secluded

Working my way south from Bismark, North Dakota I was on the hunt for the Hugh Glass Monument. I had recently watched the movie the Revenant and wanted to see the area. It was raining and the roads were slippery and empty. I only saw one other person. After finding the monument, I headed on to the empty campground. I had my choice of sites and chose one that was wind shielded by some evergreens. Very peaceful! You do have to be careful driving in though, lots of cows sharing the roads.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugh Glass Monument near the Hugh Glass Campground?

Yes, the Hugh Glass Monument is located near the campground. Visitors can find the monument in the same general area, making it convenient to explore both sites during one trip. The monument commemorates the legendary frontiersman Hugh Glass, who was the inspiration for the movie 'The Revenant.' The monument is accessible by road, though conditions may be slippery during rainy weather.

What amenities are available at Hugh Glass Lakeside Use Area?

Hugh Glass Lakeside Use Area offers basic amenities for campers. The campground features approximately 14 campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis. Facilities include vault toilets and water taps. While there isn't a designated swimming area, visitors can access a nice sandy bottom area near the boat launch. The campground is situated on a bluff with views of Shadehill Reservoir. Current camping fees are $16.91 per night with a maximum 14-day stay permitted.

Where is Hugh Glass Campground located?

Hugh Glass Campground is situated on a bluff overlooking Shadehill Reservoir in South Dakota. Located within national grassland, it's accessible via a 4-mile well-maintained dirt/gravel road off the highway. The remote setting offers scenic views of the reservoir below. The campground is managed by the South Dakota Fish and Game department and serves as a peaceful retreat in this rural area.

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