Iron Creek Lake

Local swimming hole.

When I was a kid, we didn't have a city pool, we had a swimming hole. I think of Iron Creek as a swimming hole. Small non-motorized boats are allowed. paddle board, kayaks, floaty tubes, floating loun...

Small but beautiful lake in the Black Hills.

Iron Creek Lake is a small lake in the northern end of the Black Hills, about 15 miles out of Spearfish. Roads to get there are gravel, typically rough and dusty. The traffic can be surprisingly hea...

A small, non-commercialized lake

The fishing is good. There is a single store available for basic needs and simple food. The lake is surrounded by forests.

BEWARE - ANY EXCUSE TO TAKE YOUR MONEY

We had to cancel our reservations last summer (2018). We did so well in advance of our visit. The owner refused to give a refund, but promised us a credit for the summer of 2019. We would have preferr...

Great, out of the way lake

This lake is out of the way and a favorite with locals. Lots of great fishing and very quiet, especially during the week. RV, Cabin, and Tent camping. Primitive (no showers, etc...) but nice....