Best Glamping near Custer, SD

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Best Glamping Sites Near Custer, SD (42)

    Camper-submitted photo from Sylvan Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylvan Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylvan Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylvan Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylvan Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Sylvan Lake Campground — Custer State Park

    1. Sylvan Lake Campground — Custer State Park

    39 Reviews
    176 Photos
    412 Saves
    Custer, South Dakota

    Anyone who has camped at Sylvan Lake campground in South Dakota’s Custer State Park knows that Black Hills camping doesn’t get much better than this. Sylvan Lake Campground is one of eight designated campgrounds in Custer State Park, and one of the best public land destinations for camping in the Black Hills of southwest South Dakota. The region’s expanse of dense forests, rolling prairies and granite mountain peaks (the very same peaks that were used to form Mount Rushmore) offer photo-snapping tourists and laced-up explorers alike a chance to dive into the ecology of the American West. For campers looking for a comfortable and convenient basecamp for diving into the region’s scenery and activities, Sylvan Lake campground is the place to be for many reasons. First, the 40-site campground offers access to the popular swimming spot of Sylvan Lake, where campers might feel inclined to spend their entire stay on the rocky beach of this scenic body of water. There’s also access to multiple hiking trails, suitable for all skill levels, including a trail that takes you to the curious and beautiful Black Elk Peak, the highest summit-able point east of the Rocky Mountains. Both a family-friendly spot and a hardcore adventurer’s playground, Sylvan Lake is Black Hills camping for everyone.

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    • RVs
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park
    Camper-submitted photo from Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park

    3. Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park

    21 Reviews
    24 Photos
    95 Saves
    Custer, South Dakota

    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.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Pactola Reservoir Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pactola Reservoir Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pactola Reservoir Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pactola Reservoir Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pactola Reservoir Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Pactola Reservoir Campground

    4. Pactola Reservoir Campground

    31 Reviews
    89 Photos
    217 Saves
    Silver City, South Dakota

    Overview

    This campground is nestled in the pine trees along the south shore of Pactola Reservoir, offering guests lake views and access to a multitude of recreational opportunities both on land and water. Pactola Visitor Center is located in close proximity to the campground, providing opportunities for conservation education and information to visitors.

    Recreation

    Black Hills National Forest offers recreational opportunities for all ages. Visitors can take advantage of opportunities for hiking, fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on moderate terrain. From Pactola Reservoir, hikers can access the 2.2-mile Osprey Trail which includes two loop trails and a spur trail to an overlook. The trail is named for the ospreys that are often seen in the area. Pactola Reservoir is an ideal spot for fishing and boating. The reservoir is stocked with rainbow, lake and brown trout as well as largemouth and rock bass, kokanee salmon and yellow perch. Record lake trout are caught here annually, and large brown trout find habitat in Rapid Creek above and below the reservoir.

    Natural Features

    Located in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming, Black Hills National Forest encompasses nearly 1.25 million acres of rugged rock formations, canyons and gulches, open grassland parks, tumbling streams, deep blue lakes, and unique caves. Derived from the Lakota language, the words "Paha Sapa," meaning "hills that are black," honor the dark, pine-covered hills rising several thousand feet above the surrounding prairie. Pactola Reservoir is the largest and deepest reservoir in the Black Hills, boasting 14 miles of shoreline and 150 foot depths on 800 acres. The Bureau of Reclamation manages the dam and water. Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate mountainous terrain, while elk, deer and pronghorn gather in forests and prairies. Bald eagles, hawks, osprey, peregrine falcon, and hundreds of other bird species can be found in the forest, especially along streams, lakes and rivers.

    Contact Info

    For facility specific information, please call (605) 574-4402.

    Nearby Attractions

    Nearby Jewel Cave is the second longest cave in the world at 159.29 miles. It features sparkling calcite crystals and other rare formations, as well as some of the largest concentrations of passageways in the world. Other possible day trips include Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Monument, Devils Tower National Monument and Wind Cave National Park.

    Charges & Cancellations

    No refunds wil be given for weather or related events.

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    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • RVs
    • Tents

    $28 - $34 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort

    5. Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort

    19 Reviews
    46 Photos
    140 Saves
    Hill City, South Dakota

    We offer an assortment of sites, ranging from Tent Sites, Tent Sites with Electricity, Elecrtric & Water Sites and 30 or 50 AMP Full service sites with Electeric, Water and Sewer, which can accomodate any Rigs Big or Small up to 45 Feet. Don't feel like roughing it, enjoy one of our Sleeping cabins, we have several cabins to accomodate

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA

    6. Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA

    17 Reviews
    29 Photos
    68 Saves
    Custer, South Dakota

    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.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $60 - $100 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch
    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch
    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch
    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch
    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch
    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch

    7. Rafter J Bar Ranch

    17 Reviews
    30 Photos
    127 Saves
    Hill City, South Dakota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Heritage Village Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Heritage Village Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Heritage Village Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Heritage Village Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Heritage Village Campground
    Camper-submitted photo from Heritage Village Campground

    8. Heritage Village Campground

    12 Reviews
    26 Photos
    138 Saves
    Custer, South Dakota

    Heritage Village Campground, in Custer South Dakota, offers great views of Crazy Horse Memorial. Enjoy all that the Black Hills has to offer, from Mount Rushmore to museums and family fun attractions, during your time with them.

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    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $16 / night

    Camper-submitted photo from Kemp's Kamp
    Camper-submitted photo from Kemp's Kamp
    Camper-submitted photo from Kemp's Kamp
    Camper-submitted photo from Kemp's Kamp
    Camper-submitted photo from Kemp's Kamp
    Camper-submitted photo from Kemp's Kamp

    9. Kemp's Kamp

    14 Reviews
    24 Photos
    103 Saves
    Keystone, South Dakota
    • Pets
    • Fires
    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort
    Camper-submitted photo from Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort

    10. Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort

    12 Reviews
    55 Photos
    72 Saves
    Custer, South Dakota

    Some have adventure. Some have luxury. We have it all. A Black Hills, South Dakota gateway adventure resort with unique camp lodging + modern amenities. Luxury Cabins | Treehouses | Glamping Tents | Glamping Teepees | | RV Hookups | Camping | General Store | Solar Heated Pools START EXPLORING ⤵️ www.custerhospitality.com

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    • Electric Hookups
    • Phone Service
    • Reservable
    • ADA Access

    $40 - $180 / night

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Recent Glamping Reviews in Custer

458 Reviews of 42 Custer Campgrounds


  • TOca B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Nov. 2, 2024

    Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park

    Center Lake Custer State Park

    I loved this campground, perfect for day-by-day planning. Here’s a quick tip: book your first night online, then use the landline on-site to extend your stay without extra fees. It’s a remote spot with basic amenities—pit toilets, water spigots, and a nearby shower up by the lake. Read More

  • TOca B.
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Nov. 2, 2024

    Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park

    Center Lake Custer State Park

    I loved this campground, especially for planning one day at a time. Quick tip: book online for your first night, and then use the on-site landline to extend as needed—no extra fees for adding nights this way. It’s a quiet, remote spot with basic amenities: pit toilets, water spigots, and a shower up the road by the lake. Read More

  • YThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Echo Valley Park Campground
    Oct. 13, 2024

    Echo Valley Park Campground

    Hidden gem

    Great campsite nestled in the hills. Conveniently located near Crazy Horse monument (literally, you can see Crazy Horse from the campground; see attached photos), and less than 20 miles from Mount Rushmore. You can access Mickelson Bike Trail from the property. Also, has many hiking and walking trails for your use. Fresh artesian water. The water was delicious! We were tenting and the ground was perfect for setup. Echo Valley campground has the option for dry site, water site, electric site, or water and electric site, for all travelers whether tent, RV, or camper. Has a shower house with bathrooms, and washer/dryer setup. Washer/dryer were out of order when we were there. Shower house has antiquated controls. We think owner is working on updating everything because bathrooms had new sinks and toilets (at least the women’s did; men’s had new sinks). Assuming it was the owner who checked us in, on a Friday late afternoon. He was humorous, gregarious, and welcoming. Welcoming to pets. During our two night stay almost every other camper had pets. Our only complaint was we couldn’t have a fire because the whole area was on an extreme fire danger risk. Not the sites fault, but that was our only real complaint

    On a final note: if you want to stay at a modern site, with all the amenities and distractions, Echo Valley is not for you. This campsite was serene, beautiful, peaceful. There was enough access to the local environment, you didn’t need to go see the local sites to remain engaged and entertained.

  • PThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Echo Valley Park Campground
    Oct. 4, 2024

    Echo Valley Park Campground

    It’s okay

    Was not sure driving in but old mate running the show was funny and friendly. Showers were interesting but all plumbing in US is weird and inconsistent about how you operate it. Laundry was out of action. I think this guy running the show is trying very hard, he’s too cheap ($45) so always chasing his tail. Real close to crazy horse so nothing really to complain about. Wish him the best.

  • Mike C.
    Camper-submitted photo from Custers Last Chance RV Park and Campground
    Oct. 4, 2024

    Custers Last Chance RV Park and Campground

    Great Hosts

    This is a nice campground very close to Custer State Park and Wind Cave National Park. The hosts are accommodating and friendly. The sites are basic with full hookups and will fit any size rig, they have clean water and perfect power. The location is less windy than most parks in the area and even though it's next to the highway we haven't heard any vehicle noise. Just a few blocks to beautiful downtown Custer. We had a fantastic stay and know you will too.

  • CarX Street D.
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Sep. 27, 2024

    Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park

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  • Chris L.
    Camper-submitted photo from Oreville Campground
    Sep. 12, 2024

    Oreville Campground

    Great host but wouldn’t return

    Very nice host. Campsite extremely close to road with traffic noise. Worst smelling bathrooms I’ve come across and the smell drifted across the campsites.

  • Scott J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch
    Sep. 7, 2024

    Rafter J Bar Ranch

    Great campground perfect location to Custer and surrounding areas

    We will be back. We stayed in a wooded lot up top in the park. The bathrooms were well maintained. We really enjoyed the location to all the area attractions.

    We arrived on Labor Day and were very disappointed that the pool was closed. Despite what there website states the pool closes on Labor Day. Management did make it right by us though and we got to enjoy a local pool in close proximity.

    All and all we will be back to the area and we will plan to stay here again.

  • .! E !.
    Camper-submitted photo from Kemp's Kamp
    Sep. 6, 2024

    Kemp's Kamp

    Perfect Tent Site!

    Stayed for one night. The tent site was great came with shelter, table, grill, and power connection. Close to Bathrooms and Showers which were clean. Is close to road though still feels remote. Very peaceful and quite area.

  • KThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch
    Aug. 30, 2024

    Rafter J Bar Ranch

    Great place to stay

    We stayed here for 2 nights and had a great time. Everything is clean and the site we stayed at was located under trees with lots of distance to the next neighbors. On the site you can hear some of the traffic from the highway but that is still acceptable. We would always come back here again.

  • ron R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Three Flags RV Park
    Aug. 26, 2024

    Three Flags RV Park

    Quite a surprise.

    This Park is kept very clean. Laundry room and machines are organized and in great operating condition. Bathrooms and showers are cleaned very often. RV spots are level. HRV spot has a picnic bench water and electric. And there are also quite a few with sewer as well. One downfall is the highway and the train. It's not a very busy part of the highway and the train only comes by once or twice a day nothing at night. No train horns and the trains are quite short. The staff are very friendly. I was extremely pleased with the RV park and everything about it.

  • Kevin H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Heritage Village Campground
    Aug. 14, 2024

    Heritage Village Campground

    Pleasant staff, centrally located to area attractions

    Nice layout. FHU at $32 + tax is reasonable for area. 3 or 4 miles north of Custer SD

    Laundry available Showers also - probably for tent sites

    Fairly close to highway-but by sleep time there was not much activity

    Did not use facilities. Did not use their WiFi nor deploy Starlink as Verizon coverage is excellent

  • jThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Hot Springs / Black Hills KOA
    Jul. 30, 2024

    Hot Springs / Black Hills KOA

    They cut off our water for our site in the morning to fix a campsite issue

    Came in here last night and the water point in the sites are extremely low for campers and you’ll have issues hooking up your water purifier and other gadgets. The pool is dirty as well. We woke up this morning and we don’t have water at our campsite. The lady at the front desk said they hit a water main and unknown when it’ll come back online. We were in the middle of a shower and washing dishes so we can leave as we’re on a time schedule.

  • m
    Camper-submitted photo from Echo Valley Park Campground
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Echo Valley Park Campground

    Great spot close to all attractions

    Great location for Custer and surrounding area and good value. Site was a little small with fire pit set on a bank so not ideal to sit around. Not a problem for us as we spent most of the time touring the area. Picnic table was rotten so we were unable to use it, again not a problem for us. We took a bike ride down into the valley, it is very beautiful.

  • James P.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA
    Jul. 14, 2024

    Custer-Mt. Rushmore KOA

    Very Nice

    Very nice KOA. Great staff. Nice sites under pine trees. Pool, cafe, and laundry facilities are well maintained. Will stay here again.

  • Rich J.
    Camper-submitted photo from Rapid City KOA
    Jul. 2, 2024

    Rapid City KOA

    Good

    Friendly staff. Very clean bathrooms and showers. Sites well maintained. Lots of amenities. Only complaint are sites a little close.

  • MThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park
    Jun. 23, 2024

    Center Lake Campground — Custer State Park

    I FOUND THE SECRET!!!

    I loved this spot as I only plan a day at a time while traveling. I was able to snag a spot at this campground and here are the tips: -Reservations for this campground open at 6AM mountain time. -Making a profile for their site feels like doing taxes so plan ahead and get your account set up the day before. Skip the app. It’s just a window to their online portal. -Get your first night online. It’ll be your site fee plus $7 reservation fee. -There is no service at the campground but they do have a reservation phone. -On your first day & before 8pm, call the reservation line on the land phone provided and extend your stay for a second night. They will only charge you for the site and not another reservation fee. BOOM! Your site will be secured for as many days as you need so long as you keep extending.

    Nice remote campground. Pit toilets, community water spigots, no hookups. There is a hot shower located at the lake up the road.

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Rafter J Bar Ranch
    Jun. 21, 2024

    Rafter J Bar Ranch

    Beautiful campground

    The grounds are well maintained and groomed. It has a heated pool and hot tub, we didn’t use because a cold front came through the week we were there. If you have kids there is a big field where kids were running sound having fun next to a nice playground. The laundry room was super clean and machines all in working order.

  • Haley Y.The Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo from Oreville Campground
    Jun. 18, 2024

    Oreville Campground

    Great Staff, Nice Spot, Clean

    The hosts here are very friendly and helpful sharing information about the area as a whole and everything you need to know about the campsite. They were very accommodating and gave us ideas on how to navigate the campsite roads to best park our large rig, tow dolly, and tow vehicle. Some spots are right along the highway but it was surprisingly quiet in the evening. Bathrooms are cleaned daily but there are no showers onsite. You cannot fill up your water tank here but can fill up small amounts of water. Firewood was $7 per bundle. Shaded spot and our starlink worked surprisingly well here given the trees.

  • Hưng N.
    Camper-submitted photo from Southern Hills - Custer
    Jun. 15, 2024

    Southern Hills - Custer

    Good

    This is a restaurant with a nyt wordle lot of delicious dishes and especially the service quality of this restaurant is very good. I have visited this restaurant a few times and am very satisfied with their quality and service.



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