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.
Map & DirectionsLong Draw Road is located in South Dakota near Lead
Coordinates
44.25720675 N
103.8415439 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 7/28/26
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Features
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.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 1 hr 11 min from Rapid City, SD
- 3 hrs 17 min from Casper, WY
- 4 hrs 9 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 4 hrs 56 min from Bismarck, ND

