The Dyrt is here to help plan your best camping near Interior. There are tons of hikes and other fun activities to partake in. Experience some of the most stunning views that South Dakota camping has to offer. At The Dyrt, campers like you share their favorite spots, plus tips and photos. No matter where you're headed in Interior, you'll find the best spot for you and your camping crew.
$37 - $47 / night
"Stayed one night in a converted Sprinter while traveling through South Dakota, we needed a place with showers.
The showers and restrooms were pay to use, with a single curtain as privacy."
"Good proximity to visitors center, a cafe, store, amphitheater and many drivable views. Also quick 2 miles out of the park to the small town of Interior for gas, etc."
$24 - $174 / night
"We liked: tent sites on the outskirts, trail / dog-hiking area, proximity to Badlands. Showers and price were ok. To earn 5 stars it needs more seclusion and trees for tent sites."
"We stayed at the Badlands Interior Campground and Motel for three nights while visiting Badlands National Park. "
"I camped on the ridge in the South Dakota grasslands. I was able to look out my front door and see the badlands or or see the grasslands out my rear window."
"Wish I had known about it before we made reservations to camp in interior. Definitely will be staying there next time we go through SD."
"We slept here for four nights when we were driving through the Badlands and travelling west to Crazy Horse. Weirdly enough, in the office we met someone from a town over from us in Pennsylvania."
"Although the camp ground is outside the park, the views from the areas surrounding the campground are great."
"Definitely pay your park entrance fee! BUT it’s true - this spot is completely free. Lots of people dig this spot. Doesn’t feel too crowded though."
"Sage Creek is a primitive campground located in the interior of The Badlands National Park. The campsites are first come first serve and are free to use."
"Arrived past dark, could determine where to go so parked along roadside. In AM found The Wall well populated with overnight campers. We can see why!"
"The winds can get really high so don’t park too close to the edge. This was a great location for visiting Badlands National Park and going to Wall Drug."
"Super close to the park and Interior, SD. We were able to find a secluded place near the entry to the front gate and we were not disturbed by OHVs entering the Baja area in the morning."
"Large enough to find a spot away from anyone. There probably is ATV here sometimes, but none while we were here."
"Dry camped at Buffalo Gap National Grassland just south of Wall South Dakota off of 240. Plenty of space with flat ground for tent or RV. Spectacular view and right by I90 for easy access."
"Driving in we didn't think we would get a spot because there were already so many campers, but there were still so many spots left. It is a huge campsite!"
"I was looking for a campground near the Badlands but it was a rainy summer and the roads to the rustic campsites were questionable for my small car."
"Close to Badlands National Park. Just 8 miles to beautiful sunsets. Walking distance to town, Wall Drug, and restaurants. Campground is as others have stated; a bit tired. Pool is still closed."
$25 - $40 / night
"Very close to the world's largest prairie dog!"
TravelerStayed 2 nights. Cliffside line of RV’s with plenty of space. A mile or longer along the cliff. Further north was better view of Badlands on one side and cow ranch on the other.
GuideThe campsites are massive. I was coming from Yellowstone so I got to the sites quite late. I parked in what looked like an open site but an older man came over and was quite rude about us taking up a few feet of his 50ft site with our tent and asked us to move. Pretty rude but oh well. We then drove another mile and found some smaller sites near the end of the road. The views from the tent weren’t amazing but once you approach the edge of the Canyon it was beautiful. The sites are backed up to a cattle grazing field so expect some noise at night and in the morning. The sites are very conveniently close to Badlands which is great. It is a bit windy as well which was nice due to the extreme heat in Badlands in the summer. Overall nice place to camp but if you want privacy I would look somewhere else
TravelerFriendly check-in. Booked online. Take the time to walk in the hiking area. Hidden pond - no swimming. Lightening storm last night. Slept with windows open and listened to coyote.
TravelerClean sites, safe and easy access! Views were great
RangerThe setup is really odd. There's just like little pull offs from the loops that you basically parallel park to the road. Otherwise, it's really beautiful scenery. We got a real nasty storm last night, I tried telling people they should wait to set up their tents, but they apparently knew better. Had to help them retrieve their tents after getting blown across the park in 60+mph winds. PLEASE PAY ATTENTION TO THE WEATHER. Otherwise, it is a great park with water, rv dump, bathrooms and coin showers. Picnic tables with sun shades. No fires allowed. Some spots are electric. There is about 96 spots i believe. I'm not sure what people are complaining about price when it's in a national park and you get all the basic amenities with the most incredible view...it's pretty average price. Plus this is the badlands, there's not many trees. It's not wooded. No matter how much space they give you, it would still feel like 0 privacy. Yes, some smaller spots are kind of closer together. Reserve ahead of time and get a spot on an outer loop and it's fantastic! Don't want to pay? Take the rough road down the wall, but there's no bathroom, no trails, pack in/pack out.
TravelerNice little campground. Manager or owner who was working when we checked in was super nice and had great information about local stuff. We stayed when it was only about half capacity filled, so I can see while we didn’t have an issue with close neighbors, I can see how it might be intrusive if it were full. Everyone was respectful when we stayed and there were no running generators and the camp was quiet by 9:30. Bath house is nice. Picnic tables at the tent sites are old and falling apart. They have a cute little nature trail that they mow maintain. They do allow dogs and one was barking in the middle of the night. We were in a tent so it was disruptive, but the owner was trying to quiet it down. Would stay here again, though!
GuideThis is a great location for camping. They recently built up this campsite with gravel and wood logs for more defined sites. There is about 20 sites here and most can fit long RVs. Just 2 miles from Badlands National Park. Unbeatable and one of the best free sites we have seen in all our travels. We pulled in about 6 pm and had lots of sites to pick from. Highly recommend.
TravelerGood but little shade
TravelerIt is a rather decent dirt road that runs along the cliffs edge of the badlands. Its on USFS land and allows for boondocking. There are wooden posts with a tent symbol on them to designate campsites. Campsites are spaced far apart but I can see about 5 to either side of me across the flat terrain. You will have more neighbors in the cows than people. The west side is a wide open pasture with cows roaming
Camping near Interior, South Dakota, offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Whether you're looking for a quiet spot to unwind or a base for exploring the Badlands, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Camping near Interior, South Dakota, offers a mix of adventure and relaxation, making it a great spot for your next outdoor getaway!
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According to TheDyrt.com, Interior, SD offers a wide range of camping options, with 31 campgrounds and RV parks near Interior, SD and 14 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Interior, SD is Cedar Pass Campground — Badlands National Park with a 4.2-star rating from 114 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 14 free dispersed camping spots near Interior, SD.
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