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Best Tent Sites Near Camp Crook, SD (4)

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      1. Ekalaka Park Campground

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      Campground with 7 sites and two day use picnic sites near Ekalaka on the Ekalaka Hills Unit, Sioux Ranger District.Accessible Facilities:ToiletTrash Pickup: NoFirewood: NoNo Reservations: This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a 16 day stay limit.Information:Sioux District OfficeBox 37, Main & FirstCamp Crook, SD 57724(605) 797-4432

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        2. Wickham Gulch Campground

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        A small campground with only two sites, and day use picnic area, located on the Long Pines Unit, Sioux Ranger District.__Camp sites: 2Accessible Facilities:Toilet__Trash Pickup: NoFirewood: NoNo Reservations: This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a 16 day stay limit.Information:Sioux District OfficeBox 37, Main & FirstCamp Crook, SD 57724(605) 797-4432

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          3. Lantis Spring Campground

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          A campground with five camp sites, and three day use picnic sites, located in the Long Pines Unit, Sioux Ranger District__Camp sites: 5Accessible Facilities:Toilet__Trash Pickup: NoFirewood: NoNo Reservations: This campground does not use a reservation system, it is managed on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a 16 day stay limit.Information:Sioux District OfficeBox 37, Main & FirstCamp Crook, SD 57724(605) 797-4432

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            4. Macnab Pond

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            Family Picnic and day use fishing pond on the Ekalaka Hills Unit, Sioux Ranger District. Camp sites: Dispersed Camping Accessible Facilities: Toilet Trash Pickup: No Firewood: No Information: Sioux District Office Box 37, Main & First Camp Crook, SD 57724 (605) 797-4432

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          Recent Tent Reviews In Camp Crook

          22 Reviews of 4 Camp Crook Campgrounds


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            Camper-submitted photo from Medicine Rocks State Park
            Jul. 14, 2024

            Medicine Rocks State Park

            Couple of nights under the stars

            We 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!

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            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Jul. 5, 2024

            Picnic Spring Campground

            Lovely and peaceful

            Free 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.

          • Kim H.
            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Jul. 14, 2023

            Picnic Spring Campground

            Great boondock site

            Wonderful area with sites far enough apart you don't have to see your neighbors. Most sites are taken as of a Friday afternoon in July but we still found a few available. Wonderful views!

          • DThe Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Nov. 4, 2022

            Picnic Spring Campground

            A dream campsite that is free!

            I stayed there in mid-September for 2 nights. This is first come-first served. You can not reserve a site. With this in mind, I made the trip from Medora on a Tuesday morning and I arrived around noon. I gambled that the people who came in for the week-end would be gone and the ones who were coming for the next week-end would not be there for another day or two.

            The 10 sites are spacious: it’s hard to see any other campers from your site. There are no amenities here except for very clean pit toilets. No water, no electricity, no dump stations and no dumpsters for trash. Every site has a cooking style fire ring, picnic table and ample room to park more than one vehicle.

            But there is an abundance of solitude, beauty and a deer and elk. As they say in Texas . . . “The stars shine bright at night”.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Medicine Rocks State Park
            Sep. 4, 2022

            Medicine Rocks State Park

            Beautiful sunset

            Interesting park and campground. Almost like boondocking. Sites were numbered but it was sometimes hard to see where you should park. Sites were not really level. No trash pickup. Water pump at entrance. Trails were all over and around the cool formations.

          • Daphne D.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Medicine Rocks State Park
            Jun. 10, 2022

            Medicine Rocks State Park

            Quiet, mysterious place!

            Beautiful park off the beaten path. The rocks are fascinating, the sites are shaded and quiet. Very few services, so bring your own firewood and water (there's a pump near the entrance, but it's tricky). No electric at most of the campsites. The pit toilets were clean and well maintained, and there is a camp host on duty (although he kept to himself unless we needed him). We were hoping for good stargazing, but it was too cloudy--the night sky is very dark, though, so I'm sure it would be breathtaking on a clear night.

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            Camper-submitted photo from North Shore Bowman Haley Lake
            Jul. 18, 2021

            North Shore Bowman Haley Lake

            Beautiful Campground, Campsites Need Repairs

            This COE campground is leased to Bowman Water Board, to reserve a campsite with electric, $15, is https:/bowmannd.com/plan- your- trip/camping/ Marina manager: 701-206-0161 Marina landline: 701-275-6316

            There is some question whether this COE Campground will honor America the Beautiful Senior Pass 50% discount since it's now leased to a private entity.

            Primitive sites are on a first-come basis, $5, are much prettier and more private!

            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. I had to move to an electric campsite adjacent to the marina, not attractive either but had full Verizon signal strength. Also, the original campsite had a mercury vapor light that blinked non-stop ALL night long. As I understand, there is no water available near the campsite away from the marina.

            Although the campsites need repairs, the roads throughout the campground are in excellent condition. Most electric campsites have a picnic table, grill, fire ring or a burnt area where people have campfires directly on the ground. Note: campfires are certainly not warranted at this time, the grasses are extremely dry and it's windy, strong chance of wildfire.

            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. (Actually, blue green algae has killed a number of pets causing them to experience convulsions and die quickly.) Blue green algae is easily seen along the shoreline. See pic.

            Oh, and the flies and mosquitoes!!

            Beware, if you are traveling with pets, there are small cactus throughout the grasslands and ticks.

            Beyond the marina is a dump site with non-potable water to rinse tanks, a fresh potable water faucet to refill freshwater tanks, and a bathhouse with a flush toilet and a shower. The Marina has a Sunday brunch from 9 - 11:00 a.m. and serves breakfast and lunch the other days, plus beer and wine.

            My initial reaction to the campground was negative due to electrical problems. However, I have since changed my mind, the surrounding areas are quite beautiful. Also, I had 4G/LTE 5 bars but that depends on where you are in the campground.

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            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Jul. 5, 2021

            Picnic Spring Campground

            Wonderful remote campground

            We absolutely loved our stay at this campground! We arrived on Saturday, July 3rd and were very surprised to find most of the sites empty!

            Good place to get away from fireworks, if you have an anxious dog.

            Limited shade during those hot summer days.

            The scenery is spectacular and offers cross country hiking for the adventurous. Awesome sunrise if you take a 10 minute walk.

            Coming in from the north on Cox Road, it's a 3 mile drive on well maintained gravel road. Easily feasible with our 26 ft RV.

          • Julie D.
            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Jul. 3, 2021

            Picnic Spring Campground

            Beautiful!

            I loved the calm peacefulness of this campground. Only thing missing on our site was a picnic table. Enjoy the walks and hikes around the area.

          • Danis O.
            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Aug. 8, 2020

            Picnic Spring Campground

            What a fund

            Using this app I came across this Campground. I cannot believe it was not when we got here at 1:30. We had our pick of a dozen sites. There is no one else within 1/3 of a mile.

            There is around 7 miles of gravel road to go up. But we were on street motorcycles and had no problem.

            Note the nearest groceries or any store for that mater is 25 miles away in either direction on Route 85. There is no potable water but there is a spring where you can water to boil. They don’t test it so you are using it at your own risk.

            Dead quiet. Beautiful surroundings. Clean. Pit toilets are not smelly.

          • UnnamedAdventures
            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Sep. 21, 2019

            Picnic Spring Campground

            Excellently maintained campground and great for boon-docking

            This is one of the best National Forest campgrounds that we have been to. All of the 8 sites are very spread out and unique on their own. There is an abundance of wild life along with some great bluff views. The campground is very well maintained and well cared for. There are 2 vault toilets and now other extra amenities near the campsites. There is a water supply you can use but the water must be treated. You can stay a max of 14 days. We highly recommend this campground!

            Check out our blog at www.unnamedadventures.com and follow our journey on Facebook and Instagram or on our YouTube Channel at Unnamed Adventures. 

          • Jacob D.The Dyrt PRO User
            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Aug. 18, 2019

            Picnic Spring Campground

            Secluded

            Pretty sketchy to find but very nice and the forest around is sweet. While I was here in May I saw deer and elk. Stayed here twice, once in May when there were no other visitors and once in August when there were only a few others.

          • Cindy A.
            Camper-submitted photo from Medicine Rocks State Park
            Oct. 28, 2018

            Medicine Rocks State Park

            this is back to nature at it's finest!

            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! There isn't "much" to do...if you're looking for swimming pools, golf courses, yada yada...but if you just want to camp in one of the prettiest places on earth, this is it.

          • Talia D.
            Camper-submitted photo from Medicine Rocks State Park
            Jul. 14, 2018

            Medicine Rocks State Park

            I love this campground!

            This campground is secluded! A couple of short trails. Nice camp spots. A couple of outhouses. No running water, BUT there is fresh spring water at the entrance of the park! Close enough to Baker, you can stop by during the day and grab a couple of brews at Old Skool Brewing!

          • AJ L.
            Camper-submitted photo from Ekalaka Park Campground
            Jul. 11, 2018

            Ekalaka Park Campground

            steep terrain makes it secluded

            the park is just north of the town in a small forested area. water and a pIt toIlet are available. camping spots are very few but well spaced and comfortable for tents.

          • West River J.
            Camper-submitted photo from Picnic Spring Campground
            Apr. 27, 2018

            Picnic Spring Campground

            Cool little Known Campground

            Even more remote than its buddy, Reva Gap campground over in the Slim Buttes of Harding County, Picnic Spring Campground in the Cave Hills offers its own experience. Its a short drive from Highway 85 over to the hills, then up and into the Ponderosa pine forest capped butte that the campground is situated on. Small canyons border most of the campground as its surrounded by other buttes in this ancient place that is the Cave Hills, one of the oldest geological formations in North America.

            There's plenty of 'trails' in the area, just check the Forest Service provided map to make sure you're still on public land. Some areas are leased out to ranchers and have cattle on them during different times of the year, so be mindful of any gates you pass through.

            Different roads and trails through the Cave Hills can offer up a bunch of different sights and views from the expansive prairie stretching away from it, the little hillsides and meadows between buttes and all the wildlife that occupies it. The history of the place is fascinating as well and worth looking into.

          • Evan H.
            Camper-submitted photo from Medicine Rocks State Park
            Jul. 10, 2017

            Medicine Rocks State Park

            Lots of old rocks

            This is a pretty neat campground if you enjoy geology and some history. The campground itself has a few areas which can flood quite easily (I got a bit wet when an unexpected storm rolled in). Otherwise, 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. There is water and toilets available here and you will probably see a decent amount of deer. In the way of hiking there are some trails but it seems more like a free for all to just explore the area. Overall, a fun place to visit even if you are just stopping for an hour or so.

          • James D.
            Camper-submitted photo from Medicine Rocks State Park
            Sep. 29, 2016

            Medicine Rocks State Park

            It was an alright place but just didn't do it for me

            Had originally planned on staying here for a few nights but decided to head elsewhere after the first night. That was purely a personal choice and not because of any of the parks offerings. The coolest thing is seeing carvings in the rock that are said to date back several hundred years. That alone was worth the stop. Other than that it was just another campsite to me. They have fire pits for the sites, dogs are allowed which is a big plus for me, vault toilets and even a picnic area. You have access to water also, but be prepared, this is a pack in - pack out place. Don't get me wrong it is a decent place and there is a lot of wildlife, but for whatever reason I just didn't get into it. Maybe if I had stayed as planned and hit the trails I would have reviewed differently.



          Guide to Camp Crook

          Camping near Camp Crook, South Dakota, offers a unique experience surrounded by stunning landscapes and a peaceful atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or an adventure in nature, there are several campgrounds to choose from.

          What to do:

          • Hiking and Exploring: The area is perfect for hiking. Many campers enjoy the cross-country hiking opportunities available at Picnic Spring Campground. One reviewer mentioned, "The scenery is spectacular and offers cross country hiking for the adventurous."
          • Wildlife Watching: Keep an eye out for deer and elk. A camper at Reva Gap Campground noted, "The geological formations around us are beautiful, and this place is isolated."
          • Fishing and Boating: If you enjoy water activities, Rocky Point Recreation Area is a great spot. One visitor shared, "The campground was large, so it was easy to roll in and find a site without a reservation."

          What campers like:

          • Privacy: Campers appreciate the spacious sites at Picnic Spring Campground. A review stated, "Most sites are well separated. Most have picnic tables."
          • Peaceful Atmosphere: Many enjoy the tranquility of the area. One camper said, "This campground is amazing. The campsites are spread out so you get tons of privacy" at Reva Gap Campground.
          • Natural Beauty: The stunning views and natural surroundings are a big hit. A visitor at Medicine Rocks State Park Campground remarked, "The rocks are fascinating, the sites are shaded and quiet."

          What you should know:

          • Limited Amenities: Many campgrounds, like Reva Gap Campground, have no water or electricity. A camper mentioned, "No water, no electricity. Well spaced sites."
          • First-Come, First-Served: Sites at places like Picnic Spring Campground are first-come, first-served. One visitor shared, "This is first come-first served. You cannot reserve a site."
          • Wildlife Caution: While wildlife is a highlight, it's important to be cautious. A camper at Rocky Point Recreation Area noted, "Ground was so parched-grass do dry that it hurts pooch to walk on it."

          Tips for camping with families:

          • Choose Spacious Campgrounds: Look for campgrounds with plenty of space for kids to play. A reviewer at Picnic Spring Campground said, "Came over 4th of July and there were only 5 other campers when I left."
          • Plan for Limited Shade: Be prepared for hot summer days. One camper mentioned, "Limited shade during those hot summer days" at Picnic Spring Campground.
          • Bring Your Own Supplies: Since many campgrounds lack amenities, it's wise to pack extra supplies. A visitor at Reva Gap Campground advised, "Bring your own water."

          Tips from RVers:

          • Check Road Conditions: Some campgrounds have gravel roads. A reviewer at Rocky Point Recreation Area noted, "It's a 3-mile drive on a well-maintained gravel road."
          • Look for Level Sites: Finding a level site can make your stay more comfortable. A camper at Medicine Rocks State Park Campground mentioned, "Sites were not really level."
          • Enjoy the Views: Many campgrounds offer beautiful views. A visitor at Twin Butte Campground said, "Surrounded by lush farmland. Best well water for drinking."

          Camping near Camp Crook, South Dakota, provides a chance to connect with nature and enjoy the great outdoors. Whether you're in an RV or tent, there's something for everyone in this beautiful area.

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            According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Camp Crook, SD is Ekalaka Park Campground with a 2.5-star rating from 2 reviews.

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