Two miles northwest of Mount Rushmore in South Dakota, Horse Thief Lake is understandably a hot spot for camping. The Forest Service operates the actual campground around the lake, but there are only a few RV sites. Try the nearby Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort, which offers a pool, bathhouse, playground, picnic areas, and a store. You’ll want to see Mount Rushmore, but also check out Jewel Cave, Harney Peak, and all the trails around the Black Hills National Forest.
