Cold Brook Campground
Cold Brook Campground is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in South Dakota. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- South Dakota
- Coordinates
- 43.46166, -103.49170
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Birding, Boating, Camping, Day Use Area, Fishing, Hiking, Picnicking, Swimming, Water Access, Wildlife Viewing
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 605-745-5476. FOR RESERVATIONS, CALL: 877-444-6777.
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Cold Brook Campground
Overview Located less than 1 mile north of Hot Springs, South Dakota sits one of the area's most perferred campgrounds. At the south end of Cold Brook Campground sits Cold Brook Lake, a popular destination for those looking to take a swim at the beach, snorkel in the crystal clear water or wet a line while trying to catch a variety of fish species. At the north end of the campground sits a wildlife area with a two-track trail that is good for a morning stroll or a short bike ride with the possibility of seeing wildlife. Recreation Cold Brook Lake is about 33 acres in size and it provides a quiet opportunity to wet a line and possibly catch a large mouth bass, northern pike, catfish, carp, rainbow trout, or various pan fish. Canoes, kayaks, paddleboards, or any other small non-gas motorized boat can commonly be seen on the lake. As the summer heats up, the beach tends to be a popular hangout for both locals and tourists. The non-motorized two-track path in the wildlife area is a great spot for a short hike or letting pets enjoy being off a leash. Other popular outdoor recreational opportunities include picnicking, playing at the playground, wildlife viewing, photography, and archery hunting. Archery hunting is permitted in designated areas only and both hunting and fishing regulations are established and enforced by the State of South Dakota. Facilities Cold Brook Campgrounds features 12 primitive campsites with no water or electric hook-ups. Potable water is available in
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- Custer State Park · 21 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- AmeriGas · 21 mi
- Low clearances
- None mapped within 10 mi
- Off-road routes
- 31 designated routes (44 mi) within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Lake Campground and Resort | Private campground | 1.0 mi | — | — |
| Sunrise Ridge Campground | Private campground | 1.2 mi | — | — |
| Cottonwood Springs Campground | Private campground | 4.3 mi | — | — |
| Cottonwood Springs Campground | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 4.3 mi | — | No hookups |
| KOA Holiday | RV park | 6.1 mi | — | — |
| Elk Mountain Campground | National park campground | 7.2 mi | $12–$24 | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.