We were planning to see “all-things-black-hills” on this trip. Had difficulty making reservations closer to Custer SD due to it being “early” season. Manny campgrounds are just now opening (early May). Newcastle is an easy and beautiful 37 miles from Custer SD. The campground is located adjacent to a large convenience store (just up the. Hill). Vegetation and shade are scarce, but we found the place to be very peaceful.

About three miles on well maintained gravel. Nice area, although fairly remote. Clean. Well maintained. There were 3 others camping when we got there. A couple of folks were shooting their rifles at the gun range for a while. Fishermen came and went at the boat ramp. Quieted down at sunset. Swarms of mosquitoes on March 2, 2024. I wouldn’t plan to cook outside. We found (well) water available at the ranger/mangers station to refill our trailer. Plus it’s free!