Long Draw Road

Hikers and anglers heading into Black Hills National Forest will find Long Draw Road a drive-in dispersed camping area managed by the US Forest Service. No designated sites, amenities, or facilities are present. Campers self-select their own spot along the road corridor. Hanna Campground, roughly 1.3 miles north, provides a developed alternative for those wanting a more structured setup.

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Map & DirectionsLong Draw Road is located in South Dakota near Lead

Detail location of campground
Dispersed Camping

Coordinates

44.25720675 N
103.8415439 W

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Connectivity

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    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
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    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 6 users
    Last on 10/26/26
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    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage

Connectivity

  • signal strength bars
    T-Mobile
    No Coverage
  • signal strength bars
    VerizonLTE
    Some Coverage
    Verified by 6 users
    Last on 10/26/26
  • signal strength bars
    AT&T5G
    Excellent Coverage

Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site

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DISPERSED CAMPING

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.


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Reviewed Oct. 9, 2026

Pretty and Close to Main Road

The drive to the campsite was mostly on a paved road then on a regular gravel road. Could fit 3-4 vehicles plus at least one tent spot. A couple deer encounters since it’s close to the creek too.

Sitena
Month of VisitOctober

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there cell phone reception at Long Draw Road?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.