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Horse Thief Lake, Keystone

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Horse Thief Lake is a lake in Pennington County, South Dakota. It is approximately two miles northwest of Mount Rushmore, the closest lake to the monument. The lake's name is derived from the fact a gang of horse thieves operated there.
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  • By jodiskier
    Quiet lake with walking path around.....good swimming and close to Mt. Rushmore. No motorized boats....clean  more »
  • By WilliamW579
    Not far from Mt. Rushmore, this beautiful lake has has easy walking trails. The lake is beginning to ice over for the winter.  more »
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  • By Jill Rudloff
    Just 15 minutes from rapid city..a tranquil and beautiful place to fish and enjoy nature. Well maintained and not as populated as the larger lakes...quiet and peaceful.
  • By julian estrada
    That's the best lake to go. It's very peaceful.
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