RV parks near Camp Crook, South Dakota support a range of RV and camper site setups. Medicine Rocks State Park Campground in Ekalaka, Montana offers year-round RV sites with electric hookups and is big-rig friendly. North Shore Bowman-Haley Lake near Scranton, North Dakota provides electric hookups, sanitary dump stations, and accommodates larger RVs with pull-through sites. DJ's RV Park, located approximately 30 miles from Camp Crook, offers basic RV accommodations with drinking water but lacks shower facilities. Picnic Spring Campground has sites that can handle larger rigs, though without hookups. "Sites were large and not many people around," noted one RV camper about the spacious parking areas.
While some RV parks in the region offer full hookup options, others provide more primitive setups requiring self-containment. Cell service varies significantly between locations, with visitors reporting strong Verizon coverage at North Shore Bowman-Haley Lake but limited connectivity at more remote sites. Many campgrounds have vault toilets rather than full restroom facilities. Several reviewers mentioned uneven terrain at Medicine Rocks State Park, with one noting, "Sites were not really level. Sites were numbered but it was sometimes hard to see where you should park." For RVers requiring water access, North Shore Bowman-Haley Lake provides drinking water and dump stations, while Medicine Rocks has a hand pump at the entrance that cannot accommodate direct RV tank filling.
from $25 / night
"If you want to get away from it all, this is the place. It is remote, secluded, and beautiful. If you are looking for peace and quiet, it's definitely available here!"
"Beautiful park off the beaten path. The rocks are fascinating, the sites are shaded and quiet."
"Arrived around 2:00 pm on a Tuesday. There are 2 other campers here. One is a big rig and the other is a 5th wheel. I think they are hunters, not sure. It was over 6 miles down a dirt gravel road."
"With this in mind, I made the trip from Medora on a Tuesday morning and I arrived around noon."
"The electric campsites are not attractive, or level, and my first electric campsite #26, which was quite a distance beyond the marina, had a faulty electric, minimal Verizon signal and no privacy."
from $5 - $15 / night
"Such a quiet campground! There looks to be about 10 official spots? 6 with gravel back ins. There is 1 pull through spot. The official spots have a metal fire ring and picnic table."
"Can drive to campging spots a fair distance in to be away from the highway, although the traffic is almost nonexistant."
from $5 - $15 / night
TravelerGreta campground with many spots spread out for privacy. Two bathrooms at the top of a plateau. Extremely peaceful. Long drive down a gravel road and some avoiding of free range cows but this is a fabulous spot; even for bigger rigs since the campground has a loop. Highly recommend
GuideReally nice little campsite that feels very out of the way for being only a couple miles from ranches and off a good, solid gravel road. There are 2 other campers here at the moment. There is currently no fee and the sites aren't numbered. No trash so pack it out, water is not tested for safety so bring your own, and there are vault toilets.
The sites are well spaced out and private. A couple seemed to not have picnic tables but the sites were all nicely situated and near some ledges that look down into little valleys. A couple don't have room for more than one small tent, unless you're ok with uneven/sloped ground.
Note: the overview of the campground (which reads a bit like AI slop imo) quoted one person who said the way in was sketchy. I'm not sure what this was referring to as the roads were really good all the way in (you could do it in a beat up sedan, just don't be dumb and treat it like a racetrack). You do have to go through a couple pastures where there might be cows, but that's rangeland for you??
GuideThis is one of our favorite campgrounds! Free, vault toilets, picnic tables, fire pits, and plenty of space between well-maintained sites. Its a few miles of gravel to the campground but the roads were in good shape. There are fences and cattle guards so the cows can’t enter the campground itself.
GuideWe rolled in late and it was dark. Spots were plenty big enough to fit multiple vehicles and campers. Very peaceful and beautiful surroundings. 2 pit toilets available
GuideArrived around 2:00 pm on a Tuesday. There are 2 other campers here. One is a big rig and the other is a 5th wheel. I think they are hunters, not sure. It was over 6 miles down a dirt gravel road. The road was fairly nice. We have a great site for our 23ft trailer. This campground is so private and the sites are spaced far enough away you can’t see each other. We are only staying one night. I would definitely stay longer here if we weren’t in our way to Theodore Roosevelt NP.
ScoutMy son and I were antelope hunting near here last September and found this campground. We were not able to stay because we had a dog that needed to stay in the camper which required full hookup. For that we went in to Buffalo South Dakota and stayed at the campground there. I knew I'd make it back someday and we were on our way home from the Black hills to Sidney Montana and I remembered this place as we were passing by. We came up here with high expectations and all of our expectations were Met. Quiet, beautiful sunset. Plenty of room firewood at every site. Good internet service phone service on Verizon and T-Mobile and AT&T. This place is a grand slam for anybody that wants a great place to stay for free. Thank you USDA for all the hard work.
GuideWe spent a couple of nights in our 22’ trailer over July 4th weekend. We were very lucky to find one site left. Very basic sites and a little uneven so you will want blocks to level up. There is water at the gate but it’s a hand pump with no way of attaching a hose to fill a camper so I would bring water. Lovely spot if you want peace and tranquility, that sky at night is something else!
RangerFree campground in SD, not WY. Most sites are well separated. Most have picnic tables. Came over 4th of July and there were only 5 other campers when I left. Several piles of wood available for firewood (resulted from clearing trees); you will need to split it, however. Sites has been mowed for fire mitigation which also resulted in nice "lawns". I stayed in 1st on the right. It was more exposed to wind and rain, but I preferred the layout. Other sites are more protected.
RangerThis campground used to be on The Dyrt. I re-added it. Stayed in 2023. No water. No electricity . Well spaced sites. Vault toilets
RV camping near Camp Crook, South Dakota offers rustic options in the remote northwestern corner of the state. Most camping areas sit at elevations between 2,900-3,500 feet in the mixed grass prairie ecosystem. Summer temperatures typically range from 50°F at night to 85°F during day, with winds often exceeding 20 mph across the open landscape.
Hiking the Slim Buttes: Explore the unique rock formations at Reva Gap Campground where trails offer stunning views. "Some trails to the north of Highway 20 and on the south end of Highway 79 that can take you above and along the cliffs of the buttes with some more spectacular views," notes West River J.
Wildlife viewing: Morning and evening hours provide the best opportunities for spotting wildlife. "I saw deer and elk" while camping at Picnic Spring Campground, reports Jacob D., who visited in May when wildlife activity was highest.
Stargazing: Limited light pollution makes this area ideal for night sky observation. David B. confirms, "As they say in Texas...The stars shine bright at night" at Picnic Spring Campground, where separated campsites allow for unobstructed views of the night sky.
Solitude and privacy: Many campgrounds in the area offer well-spaced sites. "The campsites are spread out so you get tons of privacy," writes Matthew S. about Reva Gap Campground. Similarly, at Picnic Spring Campground, campers appreciate that "There is no one else within 1/3 of a mile."
Clean facilities: Despite the remote location, campers report well-maintained amenities. Leslie B. notes about Picnic Spring Campground: "Sites had been mowed for fire mitigation which also resulted in nice 'lawns'." Another camper adds, "Pit toilets are not smelly," showing the campground's upkeep exceeds expectations.
Free camping: Several campgrounds near Camp Crook don't charge fees. "This is a grand slam for anybody that wants a great place to stay for free," writes Chad T. about Picnic Spring Campground, highlighting the value combined with natural beauty.
Limited services: Most campgrounds lack modern amenities. At Medicine Rocks State Park Campground, Daphne D. advises: "Very few services, so bring your own firewood and water (there's a pump near the entrance, but it's tricky)."
Water availability: Water sources are limited and may require treatment. Picnic Spring Campground has a spring, but as one camper notes, "They don't test it so you are using it at your own risk."
Cell service variability: Connectivity depends on campground location. Chad T. reports "Good internet service phone service on Verizon and T-Mobile and AT&T" at Picnic Spring Campground, while other remote sites have spotty coverage.
Road conditions: Access often requires driving on unpaved roads. Diana V. mentions about Picnic Spring Campground: "It was over 6 miles down a dirt gravel road. The road was fairly nice."
Rock exploration opportunities: Children enjoy climbing on natural features at North Shore Bowman-Haley Lake, where shoreline exploration is popular when water levels permit.
Campsite selection for families: Choose sites with natural play features. At Medicine Rocks State Park Campground, Evan H. notes, "The campsites are nestled in between a mixture of large rock formations and tall trees. This makes it a fun place for kids because they can run around on the rocks and still stay in view of parents."
Water safety awareness: Parents should note water quality warnings at some locations. Scherry D. cautions about North Shore Bowman-Haley Lake: "Don't count on swimming in Bowman Haley Lake, signs posted stating the water may contain blue green algae that can be harmful to humans and pets."
Leveling requirements: Many sites require additional equipment for setup. At Medicine Rocks State Park Campground, mark J. advises: "Very basic sites and a little uneven so you will want blocks to level up."
Water planning: Fill tanks before arrival as on-site options are limited. "There is water at the gate but it's a hand pump with no way of attaching a hose to fill a camper so I would bring water," notes mark J. about Medicine Rocks State Park Campground.
Site spacing for larger rigs: Some campgrounds can accommodate bigger setups. Gina G. reports about Picnic Spring Campground: "Spots were plenty big enough to fit multiple vehicles and campers."
Electric service challenges: Even at campgrounds advertising hookups, electrical issues can occur. At North Shore Bowman-Haley Lake, one camper reported "a faulty electric" at their assigned site, requiring relocation to a different spot.
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