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United StatesSouth DakotaSummersetPactola Reservoir

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Pactola Reservoir

Pactola Dam, Rapid City, SD 57702
4.9(234)
Open until 12:00 AM
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Aaron KoskiAaron Koski
Pactola Lake is the largest and deepest reservoir in the Black Hills at approximately 800 surface acres, located 15 miles west of Rapid City South Dakota. A visitor center is located on the south side of the dam, and facilities include campgrounds, hiking trails, picnic areas, cliffs, boat ramps, and a beach. This is an anglers paradise year round with trophy class fishing for Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Bass, and panfish. Whether you want to spend a day or a week, Pactola has things for everyone to do.
Lucinda LovestravelLucinda Lovestravel
Omg, this is one of the most beautiful spots on earth! We found it while driving from Deadwood, SD to Mount Rushmore. Stopped to take a few minutes to enjoy the stunning views. I'd love to spend more time here. They had plenty of parking and bathrooms (however they're kinda primitive, bring your own toilet paper!). Great place for a hike by the water or a picnic.
Rebecca LentsRebecca Lents
Rating the roadside pull off area because that was my only experience with the Reservoir. Pulled in to take photos .. my rating is based on the horrible roads to get there, the lack of room in the parking area for large vehicles and the overpriced Camping options in the area. As far as a place to take photos goes this pull off area was fine.
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Pactola Lake is the largest and deepest reservoir in the Black Hills at approximately 800 surface acres, located 15 miles west of Rapid City South Dakota. A visitor center is located on the south side of the dam, and facilities include campgrounds, hiking trails, picnic areas, cliffs, boat ramps, and a beach. This is an anglers paradise year round with trophy class fishing for Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Bass, and panfish. Whether you want to spend a day or a week, Pactola has things for everyone to do.
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Omg, this is one of the most beautiful spots on earth! We found it while driving from Deadwood, SD to Mount Rushmore. Stopped to take a few minutes to enjoy the stunning views. I'd love to spend more time here. They had plenty of parking and bathrooms (however they're kinda primitive, bring your own toilet paper!). Great place for a hike by the water or a picnic.
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Rating the roadside pull off area because that was my only experience with the Reservoir. Pulled in to take photos .. my rating is based on the horrible roads to get there, the lack of room in the parking area for large vehicles and the overpriced Camping options in the area. As far as a place to take photos goes this pull off area was fine.
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Pactola Lake is the largest and deepest reservoir in the Black Hills at approximately 800 surface acres, located 15 miles west of Rapid City South Dakota. A visitor center is located on the south side of the dam, and facilities include campgrounds, hiking trails, picnic areas, cliffs, boat ramps, and a beach. This is an anglers paradise year round with trophy class fishing for Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Bass, and panfish. Whether you want to spend a day or a week, Pactola has things for...

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4y

Absolutely breathtaking. Lots of rich history in the area. I do have one complaint. The outhouse was gross. It could have used major attention and whoever blew the place up oughta be ashamed. 🤢🤮 Beyond that sore sight the area was perfect to stop and have a quick picnic, capture memorable photographs, and enjoy a stretch. It’s a must stop along your journey to...

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2y

Omg, this is one of the most beautiful spots on earth! We found it while driving from Deadwood, SD to Mount Rushmore. Stopped to take a few minutes to enjoy the stunning views. I'd love to spend more time here. They had plenty of parking and bathrooms (however they're kinda primitive, bring your own toilet paper!). Great place for a hike by the water...

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