Best Tent Camping near Hermosa, SD

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Best Tent Sites Near Hermosa, South Dakota (22)

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Recent Tent Reviews near Hermosa, SD

1452 Reviews of 22 Hermosa Campgrounds


  • Mia Y.
    Gay P.'s photo of tent camping at Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort near Hermosa, SD
    Aug. 23, 2022

    Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort

    Nice staff, tent camping issues

    Overall the campground was great. Showers, washing machines, places for kids to play, pool area, kind neighbors. We did run into a couple problems when it came to tent camping here. The bathroom closest to us had 2 toilets and 2 showers which were nearly always full and we had to walk across the campground to another bathroom. Another thing, some of the tent sites are slanted. The blood was either rushing to my head or I was sliding down the bottom of the tent. It is a little bit awkward and not ideal. Having a campfire was a nice plus though (they even had water to put it out with).

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    Gay P.'s photo of tent camping at Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort near Hermosa, SD
    Jul. 17, 2020

    Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort

    Perfect Location

    Very friendly staff. All the amenities needed. Clean bathrooms and showers. Ample laundry facilities! Don’t forget your roll of quarters! (They have change too) We tent camped in 106 (closest to bathhouse so you can hear air hand dryer but quickest bathroom access). All the tent sites appeared to be very nice. They are drive up! Surrounded by mountains and deer walk right through campground. Location was perfect and within miles of all attractions! We saw some of the other campgrounds in the area and are more than pleased we chose this one! RV sites in the front appeared a little more crowded than those towards the back. Also, had some small cabins and there was ample room for the tent in front of it. We would choose this campground at our next visit! Kids loved the on-site “gold mining” activity!

  • Jessica F.
    Jessica F.'s photo of tent camping at Bismarck Lake Campground near Hermosa, SD
    Aug. 20, 2016

    Bismarck Lake Campground

    Natural and Beautiful

    Beautiful camp sites. They are mostly gravel so pack a nice sleeping pad or blow up mattress. The pit toilets were very clean and the water spouts were plentiful. Many of the sites have natural rock formations as natural boundaries of the site. Many tent camp sites have raised platforms to pitch your tent. There is a small trail around the lake that was lovely in the evenings. The lake is very quiet and great for fishing or kayaking.

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    Camper-submitted photo at Wolf Camp Campground - PERMANENTLY CLOSED near Hermosa, SD
    Aug. 19, 2020

    Wolf Camp Campground - PERMANENTLY CLOSED

    Oasis from the tourist traps near Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial

    Small but quiet and set among the Black Hills of South Dakota, this RV and Tent camping site has clean bathrooms with showers, WiFi, a great cafe, lots of shade, and friendly service. We stayed at the KOA first, but wish our first night had been here!

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    Lesley J.'s photo of tent camping at Sleepy Hollow Campground near Hermosa, SD
    Jun. 21, 2019

    Sleepy Hollow Campground

    Great place to stay

    Very close to Wall Drug attraction, quiet camp ground accommodating RVs and tents. We camped in a tent, and although it rained enjoyed our stay. Staff is nice, facilities are clean. Would recommend!

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    Jp M.'s photo of tent camping at Game Lodge Campground — Custer State Park near Hermosa, SD
    Apr. 18, 2015

    Game Lodge Campground — Custer State Park

    Nice and Simple

    This campground is open year round and is located in Custer State Park, in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Features cabin, camper, and tent sites. Also has very nice bathroom facilities that includes showers. A nice little creek runs along the back of the campground and the wildlife are abundant, especially Buffalo and deer that roam directly next to the campsite.

  • Trish D.
    Heather M.'s photo of tent camping at Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park near Hermosa, SD
    Jul. 1, 2018

    Fort Welikit Family Campground and RV Park

    No go for tent campers.

    We thought we had found a great place to stay. Made a reservation. Paid the $25 deposit did some research and looked at the reviews. Let me tell you how let down we were. 

    We were driving up to where it was and we could see from the main road our tent site. We thought hey maybe it's one further back and not right next to the road. So we go and check In and we are right next to the road.andnot even just a road to get to the place but like a main road right off the town houses across the street busy road. Also there little plots are small, like very small. Big enough for our 6 person tent & SUV? yes. After that however, not much room for anything else. Super small fire pit and our neighbors were right next to us. Like so close we could hear them chatting. Maybe if you have an RV go for it. If you are tent camping though I wouldn't recommend. We paid the $100.00 cause they are very strict about refund and well let's get honest they do give them even though there was a ton of tent spots left. Even after we knew we weren't getting out money back decided to forfeit the $100.00 and find a different camp site. So many better camp sites. More space, and not right off the main road where you can listen to cars all night and have lights shining in at you. If you really need a place that has a shower, play ground for kids and a dog run then go for it. However if you are like us and like to camp and don't really need a playground or a dog run and would like some space fr ol m your neighbor camper then please find somewhere else. They have so many just take a drive or Google other sites. Your inner Camper will thank you. In the photo, the trees right there are after a 2 lane road the fence is the edge of Ft. Welikit and other edge of that road. Way too close.

  • Leasa W.
    Nathan L.'s photo of tent camping at Mount Rushmore KOA at Palmer Gulch near Hermosa, SD
    Jul. 30, 2016

    Mount Rushmore KOA at Palmer Gulch

    Excellent tenting option for vacationing near Mt. Rushmore

    So you're going to Mount Rushmore.... I discovered during my trip to the area June 2015 that hotel rates in the area are very high for what you get & hard to find availability. The solution is to camp! Make the most of your South Dakota vacation by spending it camping. My group tented and had a great time. Keep in mind though for those coming from other areas of the country, South Dakota does experience rain and thunderstorms. Pack and camp accordingly. This campground is nearby many SD attractions, within easy driving distance and minutes of Hill City, Custer, Keystone, Rapid City, Mount Rushmore. There are many options at the campground such as purchasing firewood to renting bikes. Check out KOA's campground map for campground layout. RV hookups, tent sites, heated pools, splash pad, and much more to keep everyone entertained. Remember that this area of South Dakota hosts high volumes of tourists each season, especially summer and during Sturgis Motorcyle Rally. I highly recommend making reservations far in advance!

  • Chris B.
    dale T.'s photo of tent camping at North Pole Rd Dispersed Camping near Hermosa, SD
    Aug. 25, 2022

    North Pole Rd Dispersed Camping

    Decent free camping

    The view is pretty and just a decent place to spend the night. It's a little bit outside Custer and the the road goes about a 2 miles in before you get to the spot. I camped in a tent but there were others in a 5th wheel, a class A, and a subaru. No amenities but a nice quiet place to camp. It connects to other trails so there are occasionally other vehicles that drive by.

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    Robyn H.'s photo of tent camping at Angostura Recreation Area — Angostura Recreation Area near Hermosa, SD
    Jul. 13, 2022

    Angostura Recreation Area — Angostura Recreation Area

    Spacious

    The lake is great for boats if you prefer to bring one. Only issue that I may have is if you get a tent site make sure that your tent will fit. We have a rather large tent and there are a couple of spots that it will not fit. Hosts are pretty nice. I love that the marina isn’t to far from the tent sites and they do have lots of trees to help keep your tent well shaded during the heat of the day.

  • Jack P.
    Jill M.'s photo of tent camping at Wild Bill's Campground near Hermosa, SD
    Dec. 10, 2020

    Wild Bill's Campground

    Awesome camping!

    Great campground! Have tent camped here many times and will be staying here in my RV in 2021! Everyone courteous and rates are great

  • CThe Dyrt PRO User
    Camper-submitted photo at Deadwood KOA near Hermosa, SD
    Jul. 5, 2020

    Deadwood KOA

    Great small place

    Tent sites are packed in. Great showers and bathroom. Hot Tub was a plus.

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    Amanda G.'s photo of tent camping at Kemp's Kamp near Hermosa, SD
    May. 27, 2023

    Kemp's Kamp

    Great tent sites

    The electric tent sites are perfect. Has space for car and tent with a shelter for the picnic tables. Clean toilets and showers very close by. Staff and very nice and accommodating. Ice and firewood sales at the office.

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    Brooke T.'s photo of tent camping at Custer Mountain Cabins and Campground near Hermosa, SD
    Sep. 28, 2019

    Custer Mountain Cabins and Campground

    Nice small park with lots of trees

    The park is conveniently located between Custer and the Custer State Park. Good sized lots and 50 amp full hook ups.

    Several remote electric only sites, and many tent sites.

  • Rockiel A.
    Brandi M.'s photo of tent camping at Pactola Reservoir Campground near Hermosa, SD
    Aug. 10, 2018

    Pactola Reservoir Campground

    Tent sites right off the water

    The tent sites are gorgeous! You may have to move some pinecones, needles, and large sticks, but the grass is quite soft. Bathrooms is clean, but there is only one.

  • Kathy M.
    Danielle R.'s photo of tent camping at Blue Bell Campground — Custer State Park near Hermosa, SD
    Aug. 5, 2017

    Blue Bell Campground — Custer State Park

    Love! Love! Love!

    We LOVED Blue Bell and Custer State Park! The campgrounds were very clean and quiet. Camp hosts were very knowledgeable and available if needed. Evening programs offered every night were educational and entertaining for the most part. We stayed in a tent site which had a wonderful tent box that accommodated our 17'x8' tent rather well. Metal picnic table and fire pit were well maintained with ample room on this large site. Showers, flush toilets, potable water, and garbage area are centrally located on the grounds (a bit of a walk from the tent sites but made for a much quieter stay). Loved the location close to the wild life loop! Wild turkey, rabbit, and deer roam the grounds regularly. No mosquitos, wolves, or bear in this area (we did hear coyote regularly) which was a very pleasant surprise. We loved it here and can't wait to visit again!

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    Gay P.'s photo of tent camping at Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort near Hermosa, SD
    Jun. 17, 2020

    Horse Thief Campground and RV Resort

    Nice resort style campground!

    Very friendly staff and tons of amenities for a campground. Shower and laundry for guest and non-guest. 5 star showers!!! $3 for non guest

    The tent sites have lots of space and don’t feel tight.

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    Amanda G.'s photo of tent camping at Kemp's Kamp near Hermosa, SD
    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.


Guide to Hermosa

Tent camping near Hermosa, South Dakota, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and outdoor adventure, perfect for those looking to escape into the wilderness.

Tent campers should check out the stunning Black Hills National Forest

  • The RD 356 Dispersed Site Black Hills National Forest is conveniently located near Mount Rushmore, providing a peaceful camping experience with nearby trails.
  • At the Wrinkled Rock, you can enjoy a quiet atmosphere with access to hiking trails and a pit toilet, making it a great spot for tent camping.
  • The Camp Bob Marshall Dispersed offers secluded spots along a rough road, ideal for those seeking a remote camping experience surrounded by nature.

Explore local attractions and activities

  • The French Creek Horse Camp — Custer State Park is perfect for those wanting to ride horses while enjoying the scenic views of buffalo and the surrounding mountains.
  • The Rifle Pit is a great base for exploring Wind Cave National Park, where you can experience the unique underground formations and wildlife.
  • For a more adventurous outing, the Spring Creek Road Spur provides access to off-roading trails and a peaceful stream, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploration.

Unique features of the camping experience

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which is the most popular tent campsite near Hermosa, SD?

    According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular tent campground near Hermosa, SD is RD 356 Dispersed Site Black Hills National Forest with a 4.8-star rating from 24 reviews.

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