Mature pines shade most sites at this family-owned campground, where gravel pads accommodate RVs up to 75 feet with full hookups available. Located one mile north of Custer on the scenic Norbeck Byway, Fort Welikit sits away from busy highways while maintaining easy access to Black Hills attractions. The sound of wind through tall trees creates a natural soundtrack that helps mask occasional road noise from the nearby main road.
Sites vary considerably in size and privacy, with tent campers finding smaller dirt areas while RV sites offer more space and level gravel surfaces. Most sites include picnic tables and fire rings, though some reviewers note the fire pits run small. Brenda L. found "spots are mostly gravel and somewhat level" with "spacious and shady" areas under mature trees. Wildlife visits regularly - deer and turkeys walk through the campground daily, with spring bringing new fawns and turkey chicks.
The campground features individual bathrooms with private showers, toilets, and sinks that reviewers consistently praise for cleanliness. A 24-hour laundry facility includes both large and standard washers, while the camp store stocks firewood and basic camping supplies. Families appreciate the fort-style playground and fenced dog park, with a second smaller dog area added for little pups. The Mickelson Trail runs approximately one mile away for cyclists and hikers seeking the 114-mile mountain route.
Central location puts Mount Rushmore and Wind Cave National Park each 30 minutes away, with Sylvan lake campground just five miles distant. Cell phone reception works well throughout the property, and Amazon deliveries are accepted. The campground operates May 1 through October 15, with owners maintaining gravel roads after rain events to keep interior routes smooth for RVs.
Description
Located on the scenic Norbeck Byway away from the areas busy highways yet just one mile North of the historic city of Custer as you enter the heart of the Black Hills. Your adventure begins the minute you leave our gates. Just minutes from Crazy Horse, Sylvan Lake, The Needles, Jewel Cave, and Custer State Park. Easy access to Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood, Sturgis, and all the Black Hills Area attractions. 100 unique sites situated in the tall, cool pines that make camping in the Black Hills an experience not soon forgotten. Sites range from full service to rustic and from private to group and family friendly, so that everyone can have the camping or RV experience they desire. All the amenities with the cozy feeling of camping in a National Forest campground.
Location
RV ParkFort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park is located in South Dakota
Directions
IF COMING FROM THE EAST ON INTERSTATE 90 through Rapid City. Take exit #61 south (US-16 truck route) Stay on the US-16 truck route until you reach the intersection for US-16 south. Turn left (south) on US-16 and stay on US-16 south until you reach the intersection for US-385/US-16 south and follow the lanes to Hill City. Continue through Hill City staying on US-385/US-16 south (to Custer SD) until you reach downtown Custer. (Do NOT take route SD-87 turnoff to Sylvan Lake you will encounter very small tunnels). Turn left on Mount Rushmore Road (main street Custer) and travel East till you reach the intersection for SD-89 (Sylvan Lake Road). Turn left on SD-89 (north) and go 1 mile to Fort Welikit Campground (on your right). NOTE: Tunnels are 6 miles beyond Fort Welikit Campground and will not be an issue on this route.. IF COMING FROM THE WEST ON INTERSTATE 90 from Wyoming. Take exit #57 south (US-16 to Mount Rushmore). When you enter downtown Rapid City follow the signs to Mount Rushmore on US-16 south. Stay on US-16 south until you reach the intersection for US-385/US-16 south and follow the lanes to Hill City. Continue through Hill City staying on US-385/US-16 south (to Custer SD) until you reach downtown Custer. (Do NOT take route SD-87 turnoff to Sylvan Lake you will encounter very small tunnels). Turn left on Mount Rushmore Road (main street Custer) and travel East till you reach the intersection for SD-89 (Sylvan Lake Road). Turn left on SD-89 (north) and go 1 mile to Fort Welikit Campground (on your right). NOTE: Tunnels are 6 miles beyond Fort Welikit Campground and will not be an issue on this route.
Address
24992 Sylvan Lake Rd
Custer, SD 57730
Coordinates
43.78274483 N
103.58613928 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/19/26- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 35 usersLast on 4/19/26
AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/19/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GGood CoverageVerified by 7 usersLast on 4/19/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 35 usersLast on 4/19/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/19/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
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
Drive Time
- 48 min from Rapid City, SD
- 3 hrs 1 min from Casper, WY
- 3 hrs 47 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 4 hrs 23 min from Fort Collins, CO
