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Dakota Point Picnic Area

The Dakota Point Picnic Area has ten picnic sites. Restroom facilities are available. The picnic area is in a quiet location with many large ponderosa pine trees and a scenic view of Sheridan Lake. There are large tables suitable for group use.  Access to Sheridan Lake is available for fishing.

The Dakota Point Trailhead provides access to the Centennial Trail, a 111-mile trail that provides hiking and backpacking opportunities from Bear Butte State Park in the north to Wind Cave National Park in the south.

General Information

January

Day use only: open 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Day Use: $7/Vehicle/Day; Forest Recreation Management Passes are Honored.

Boat rental at Sheridan Lake Marina

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 43.9770429

Longitude: -103.46618

Directions

From Rapid City take Sheridan Lake Road, County Rd 228, apprx 10 miles to FSR 434, travel 2 miles to parking area

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated March 31st, 2025