Just north of the Badlands, this Bureau of Land Management dispersed camping area sits on open prairie where campers can park RVs and set up tents across undeveloped terrain. The area allows pets and alcohol, with cell service available for those needing connectivity. Summer visitors should expect hot conditions and flies, as one camper noted from a July stay.
The site fills quickly during evening hours and serves as a convenient overnight stop for travelers heading to the Black Hills. OHV and ATV use is permitted in designated areas. Campers seeking developed amenities might consider Pinnacles Camping Area, located south in the national park.
Location
Dispersed CampingBadlands Boondocking Dispersed Camping Area is located in South Dakota
Coordinates
43.938105149227354 N
102.2194704119469 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Phone Service
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
Drive Time
- 48 min from Rapid City, SD
- 4 hrs 23 min from Casper, WY
- 4 hrs 25 min from Bismarck, ND
- 5 hrs 6 min from Cheyenne, WY
