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Horsethief Lake Day Use Site

The Horsethief Lake Day Use area is the trailhead for the Horsethief Lake Trail (Trail #14), and has dedicated trailhead parking.  A toilet facility and fishing docks are also available.

General Information

No trailers allowed as it is a no turn around area.

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 43.8892593

Longitude: -103.4821424

Directions

The Horsethief Lake Day Use area is located on State Highway 244, two miles west of Mount Rushmore National Memorial. 

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

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Last updated February 19th, 2025