Spearfish Canyon
Spearfish, SD
A scenic byway through limestone cliffs and waterfalls in the northern Black Hills.
- Nearest town
- Spearfish, SD
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 44.3990, -103.8900
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Spearfish City CampgroundMotorhome stopover6 mi from Spearfish Canyon · 211 pitchesTentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
- Steel Wheel Campground and Trading PostMotorhome stopover12 mi from Spearfish CanyonMotorhomes
- Fish n Fry CampgroundMotorhome stopover12 mi from Spearfish CanyonMotorhomes
- Hay Creek RanchMotorhome stopover17 mi from Spearfish CanyonMotorhomesElectricityWi-Fi
- No Name City Luxury Cabins & RV, LLCCampsite21 mi from Spearfish CanyonTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Mallo CampgroundCampsite23 mi from Spearfish Canyon · 8 pitchesCaravansShowersToilets
All campsites in South Dakota · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Spearfish Canyon?
Spearfish Canyon is in Spearfish, SD, at GPS 44.3990, -103.8900. It is about 8 mi from Deadwood.
Can you camp near Spearfish Canyon?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Rod and Gun Campground, about 6 mi away; within 25 mi there are 36 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Spearfish Canyon?
Spearfish Canyon is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Deadwood and Spearfish Canyon.
What is there to see near Spearfish Canyon?
Places worth a stop nearby: Deadwood Historic Downtown (8 mi), Crazy Horse Memorial (41 mi), Sylvan Lake (42 mi) and Mount Rushmore National Memorial (42 mi).
When is the best time to visit Spearfish Canyon?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)