This Forest Service campground sits alongside a creek in Black Hills National Forest, accessible via forest roads near Nemo. The facility prohibits pets and focuses on tent camping and day-use activities. Creek access provides water-based recreation opportunities, while the forested setting offers shade and natural surroundings typical of the Black Hills region.
Campers can explore tent sites around Black Hills National Forest for additional options. Nearby alternatives include Spring Valley, located southeast for those wanting different amenities or pet-friendly policies.
Description
Steamboat Rock has 9 picnic sites and tent camping sites. There is a main parking lot and from there, a short walk to the sites. A restroom facility is available, but there is no potable water. The area is located adjacent to Boxelder Creek. Steamboat Rock Picnic and Tent Camping
Map & DirectionsSteamboat Rock Picnic & Tent Camping Area is located in South Dakota near Nemo
Directions
To access the Steamboat Rock Picnic Area from Nemo, travel south on County Road 234, the Nemo Road, for approximately four miles.
Coordinates
44.15760238 N
103.46957097 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/23/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/23/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
Drive Time
- 30 min from Rapid City, SD
- 3 hrs 53 min from Casper, WY
- 4 hrs 46 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 5 hrs 1 min from Bismarck, ND

