Reservations are available at HTR Black Hills, a full-hookup RV resort on the outskirts of Rapid City that operates from late May through the end of September. Sites vary considerably in price and character, and that gap matters when booking. Reviewers report that front-row spots in sections like row A sit close to the highway and pack campers tightly together, while sites toward the back of the property cost more but feel noticeably more wooded and separated. The gravel roadways throughout the grounds kick up dust regularly, especially in dry summer weather, so campers sensitive to that should factor it in.
The campground is set on hilly terrain, and leveling can be a real challenge for larger rigs. One reviewer with a 44-foot RV found that a nominally flat pull-through still had the rear third of the coach elevated several feet off level ground. Concrete pads on tiered sites help somewhat, but hookup placement can add complications: sewer connections on one side and water and electric on the other means some setups require stepping over lines. Sites with trees provide shade and a measure of separation. Bear Country USA, a drive-through wildlife park, sits directly adjacent to the property.
On-site amenities include a pool, nine-hole mini golf, a jumping pad, Friday evening music, and occasional food trucks. The bath and shower facilities draw consistent praise for cleanliness. Laundry is available on-site. Staff are frequently described as helpful, including firewood delivery and laundry quarters brought directly to sites. One practical note from Ashlee L.: the tubular metal picnic table bases are "PERFECT homes for hornet nests," so inspect your table before settling in.
HTR Black Hills works best as a base camp for the surrounding region. Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Reptile Gardens, and Jewel Cave are all within reasonable driving range. For RV campers wanting a different layout or site style nearby, Mystery Mountain Resort and Rushmore Shadows Resort are both within a mile and worth comparing before booking. Campers who prefer a smaller-scale or less developed setting can browse campgrounds near Keystone for additional options in the Black Hills corridor.
Description
Explore the beauty of HTR Black Hills (formerly American Buffalo Campground). This unique destination is home to Mount Rushmore as well as numerous national and state parks, and local attractions. So, stay awhile when you tour all the mountains, canyons, caves, and rock formations with the spectacular backdrop of South Dakota. We offer something for campers of all ages, so if you are looking for the perfect location to Nestled under tall pine trees, in the heart of the wonderful Black Hills, our on-site recreational facilities include a heated swimming pool & hot tub (open Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting), mini golf, a playground area for children, basketball court, horseshoe pits, and wooded walking trails.
Map & DirectionsHTR Black Hills is located in South Dakota near Keystone
Address
13752 S Highway 16
Rapid City, SD 57701
Coordinates
43.97357216 N
103.30710082 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/12/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/12/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/12/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/12/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/12/26
- AT&T5GGood CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/12/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 11 min from Rapid City, SD
- 3 hrs 35 min from Casper, WY
- 4 hrs 21 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 4 hrs 52 min from Bismarck, ND















