Badlands Dispersed Camping

If you like quiet this is one of the good ones

Easy access to beautiful views of sunrise/sunset. Road isn’t bad for vehicles. We entered from the first cattle guard entrance from Wall. Gradual incline of a hill to see the views at the top of a plateau. There are plenty of spots that are designated as “camping” that are easy to drive to. We pulled our 46’ fifth wheel to the top where you can view Badlands NP and that hill could leave damage to your set up(if you’re pulling a fifth wheel). A few minute drive into Badlands NP and to Wall. It was windy but expected on that plateau. Park only at designated camp posts.

The road is gravel with some hills and turns, but it was recently graded and we made it up to our site without any trouble. Views are outstanding, sunrise from the spot was amazing.

It is a rather decent dirt road that runs along the cliffs edge of the badlands. Its on USFS land and allows for boondocking. There are wooden posts with a tent symbol on them to designate campsites. Campsites are spaced far apart but I can see about 5 to either side of me across the flat terrain. You will have more neighbors in the cows than people. The west side is a wide open pasture with cows roaming

We camped on the public lands just outside of Badlands National Park and it was amazing. The camping is dispersed and free, with no amenities, but the scenery more than makes up for it. You’re perched on the edge of the Badlands with jaw-dropping views.

We had tons of space to spread out even though there were other campers nearby, it didn’t feel crowded at all. The sunsets and sunrises are absolutely incredible, and the night sky was full of stars.

There’s no water, restrooms, or trash services, so make sure to come prepared and pack everything out. We camped in early july, and the weather was warm and breezy. It’s also super close to Wall and the Badlands National Park entrance, so it’s a perfect spot for easy day trips into the park.

Highly recommend if you’re looking for a scenic, budget-friendly place to camp with wide-open skies and a real sense of adventure.

After 1500 miles of cross country driving this blm location is a place to refresh, read, contemplate

right up next to a canyon every spot will have a good view and there are plenty of spots for everyone!