Established Camping
Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA
Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA, near Custer, South Dakota, is a fantastic campground that offers a blend of comfort and natural beauty. With spacious sites tucked among towering pine trees, it’s a great place to unwind and soak in the serene surroundings.
This KOA is packed with amenities that make camping easy and enjoyable. Visitors rave about the clean facilities, including well-maintained restrooms and showers, and the friendly staff who go out of their way to help. One camper noted, “The staff is very friendly, sites clean and well spaced,” which sums up the welcoming vibe here.
For those looking to explore, you’re just a short drive from iconic sites like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial. After a day of adventure, you can relax by the pool or grab a bite at the on-site café, which serves up a great breakfast. As one happy camper put it, “Cafe makes great breakfast,” making it a perfect start to your day.
Whether you’re in a tent, RV, or cabin, Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA has something for everyone. With its beautiful wooded sites and convenient location, it’s a great base for your Black Hills adventures.
Description
You should see the Hills from here! Custer/Mt. Rushmore KOA is your central location for visiting all of the Black Hills. We are in the center of all five major Black Hills attractions: Mt. Rushmore National Monument, Crazy Horse Memorial, Jewel Cave National Monument, Wind Cave National Park, and Custer State Park, within 6 to 23 miles of the campground. You can arrange tours with a local tour company that picks you up at your site. After a day of sightseeing, unwind at our tranquil campground among the ponderosa pines, just 3 miles west of Custer. Eat breakfast or dinner at the Buffalo Cafe, located inside the store.The kids will love our jumping pillow and playground. Seasonal activities (Memorial Day to Labor Day) include a heated pool (weather permitting). We offer 1 and 2-room camping cabins (No Air Conditioning), a Fully equipped deluxe cabin, 30 & 50-amp pull-thru and back-in sites, deluxe patio sites, and several types of tent sites, from primitive to upgraded. Free Wi-Fi, clean restrooms, an on-site store, laundry ($), dump station, firewood ($), picnic tables, and propane ($) are available. Rates are higher on June 30-July 7 and August 6-15 (Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and Custer Cruisin' dates). No television service is provided; some sites can receive satellite reception.
Fee Info
Adults 18+, Kids 6-17, Free 0-5
Location
Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA is located in South Dakota
Directions
Located 3 miles west of Custer on Hwy 16 on the way to Jewel Cave and Newcastle, WY.
Address
12021 US Highway 16
Custer, SD 57730
Coordinates
43.74073921144175 N
103.65479289384872 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiFair
- VerizonUnknown
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
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
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations