Pactola Reservoir
Pactola Reservoir is the largest and deepest reservoir in the Black Hills, boasting 14 miles of shoreline and 150 foot depths on 800 acres There is plenty to do here including boating, jet skiing, fishing, kayaking, camping, and hiking to name a few. It is by far the prettiest lake in the Black Hills and is located between Sheridan Lake and W Highway 44 on Highway 385. There is a large campground, several hiking trails, a beach, and picnic area.
Pactola Lake beach area.
So many different angles and views of the lake.
Kayaking on the lake if really fun - can be hard if windy.
Fishing is a fun past time.
Morning visitor.
On top of Alcatraz - The island in the lake by the dam.
On the island Alcatraz.
Picnic area down by the lake.
Pretty anytime of year.
Before a big storm.
Pactola Lake Campground - some spots are gorgeous.
Alcatraz Island off visible off of Highway 385.
Behind Pactola Dam - very pretty.
Behind Pactola Dam - pretty river, and the start of one of the trails for the Centennial Trail. To get here is on a very narrow road and not fit for vehicles over a certain length. The road is also pretty rutty and rough most of the year. The road starts over and behind the dam.
To explore the area and do some hiking trails along the lake check out these trails at Pactola Lake.
If you want to check out a cool place to go swimming and cliff jumping check out Jenny Gulch.