Battle Creek (Butte County, South Dakota)

Battle Creek is a stream located in Butte County, South Dakota, United States. It is a tributary of the Belle Fourche River. The creek flows generally eastward through the Black Hills region. The watershed is primarily rural, with land use dominated by agriculture and ranching. The creek's name is derived from historical conflicts between Native American tribes and early settlers in the area. The creek is known to support populations of fish, including trout species. It is subject to seasonal variations in flow, with higher levels during the spring snowmelt and periods of lower flow during the drier summer months. Access to the creek for recreational activities such as fishing is available in certain locations.