Whitewood is an ideal place for camping adventures of all kinds. Whitewood is filled with the activities, sights, and experiences to make everyone in your crew a happy camper. Discover great camping spots near Whitewood, reviewed by campers like you.
"We picked a site near the back of the camp grounds located near the creek and close to a small parking lot (close by to the pet exercise area on the map - though it's labelled as an ice rink on grounds"
"Nice city campground along Spearfish Creek and super close to downtown and has easy access to Spearfish Canyon. We definitely took advantage of the creek and proximity to downtown during our stay."
$23 - $65 / night
"Close to freeways and many day drive towns and memorial sites. Arrived weekend after Sturgis Rally… Pretty quite 😀🐐🦬🌄"
"They are close to Spearfish Canyon which has wonderful hiking trails and trout fishing. The area is beautiful.There are also close to Deadwood and Lead, both of which are worth exploring!"
$20 - $800 / night
"It has a beer garden, restroom facilities and it's right on the outskirts of town."
"Helpful convenient right next to freeway so noisy all else is great!"
"Our spot was nice and a short walk to a vault toilet and trailhead. The trail led to a cool tower that we climbed to watch the sunset."
"The road is easy to drive if coming off the CanAm Hwy side of the mountain. Walking distance to the Roosevelt Friendship Tower hike which is highly recommended."
"Campground is very clean and has quick and easy access to the highway. "
"The park was easy to get to though our RV GPS wanted to take us up to I-90 and back around versus just taking a left across US-85 into the campground (CG). Check in was easy and informative."
"We have stayed at this location twice (have gotten the same cabin actually) when Deadwood is having events."
"Our initially reserved campground nearby was sketchy, so we called KOA Deadwood at 4:30 hoping for a last minute reservation (even though the app said they were full)."
"Location is quiet. There is a place to walk dogs. Deadwood trolley comes right to the CG to transport you downtown."
"They are really close to town, so it’s really convenient. We have a larger side by side, so when I called they made sure that we would have a spot to fit that too."
$28 - $160 / night
"Easy to find, very close to Deadwood, clean showers and bathrooms and it has a bar a grill! Bar and grill was so good and I’m still dreaming about that burger."
"Our dogs loved the long walks around the campground, crossing over the creeks on the little bridges. There is an off leash dog park 10 minutes away in Lead, SD."
$29 / night
"The tent sites are right on the river and it makes for a peaceful sleep
The highway is very close but the road noise is pretty low considering the proximity."
"Tent site was near the river, and the sound of the river helped drowned out the nearby highway noise."
$24 - $60 / night
"We stayed at Hidden Valley while passing through on our drive to Yellowstone. The grounds are well maintained and the facilities are very clean."
"There's a small lake up in the back that was pretty and peaceful. While we were there, there had been an event for ATV type vehicles earlier in the day, and several were at the camp."
TravelerWe camped at this site based on location and wanting a dispersed site. Easy access and other sites available. We were the only ones there and it was so relaxing. Did some hikes around Lake Sheridan and Custer State Park. Really enjoyed it.
TravelerEasy to find from town and can set up anywhere around the reservoir. Some shaded areas. There are fire rings and gravel paths. A lot of boating is happening.
ScoutMy family camped at a walk in site. It was about .15 miles uphill to the site. A bit of work to get everything up the hill but it was worth it. The views and seclusion were amazing. There are huge rocks my kids enjoyed scrambling up. They said it was the best camp site they’d ever stayed at - and I agree.
GuideThe campground is located in a beautiful and scenic area. The road to get there is an adventure in itself but well worth it. Our site had full hook ups, a fire ring and a picnic table. We were a little close to our neighbors but it worked out ok. We were in site 55. The campground was quiet at night. The campground staff was incredibly nice and helpful. The bathrooms were sparkling clean and the water pressure was great! The shower rooms were spacious and had a private toilet. There is an awesome short hike up the hill to the flagpole that is well worth the effort. There were a couple of "rough" spots but the scenery at the top is awesome. You can see Mt. Rushmore from the flagpole! Just beware of the ticks that you may pick up on your hike. We came into the campground from the East and left the campground on the West side through Custer State Park. I prefer the West side. There are lots of tight curves and narrow road but plenty of very large campers manage to get to the campground just fine. I would recommend this campground to anyone. It is very kid friendly and dog friendly. Just all around friendly. Lots of activities to do in the campground and the area around it. Great location. Great gift shop, Great cafe. Great staff.
GuideBeaver Creek Campground is an idyllic out of the way spot located in South Dakota near the Wyoming boarder. There is a water spigot but no trash bins, you have to pack your trash out. I drove in from the Keystone area on half paved and half gravel roads. I would give it 5 stars if there was garbage container.
TravelerStayed the week before official Sturgis week so it was getting to be super busy with bikers and travelers. Once you pull off the highway and on the road the chaos of Sturgus goes away. Road had some ruts and a steep hill that turns but once we traversed that we were alone and secluded.
RangerOwners are working on improving sites. They are pretty level. Currently, sites are close together and they are in the process of merging 2 into 1. Location is quiet. There is a place to walk dogs. Deadwood trolley comes right to the CG to transport you downtown.
ScoutWhether you're pulling in with a 40-foot rig or just pitching a tent, you’ll find the grounds well-kept and the layout thoughtfully planned. Many awesome tanks sites are surrounded by woods, giving a peaceful, back-to-nature feel—even though you’re only a mile from Custer City.
GuideGreat spot to stay. The road is well maintained and easy to get down. I saw some larger RVs at the sites closer to the entrance, but I would not recommend venturing too far down in a larger rig as there is somewhat of a tight turn in the road. Other than that plenty of space for all with multiple campsites and all sites have enough room for 1-2 cars/trucks
Camping near Whitewood, South Dakota, offers a mix of beautiful scenery and fun activities for everyone. Whether you're pitching a tent or rolling in with an RV, there are plenty of campgrounds to choose from.
Camping near Whitewood, South Dakota, has something for everyone, from families to RV enthusiasts. With a little planning, you can enjoy the great outdoors and make lasting memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
According to TheDyrt.com, Whitewood, SD offers a wide range of camping options, with 219 campgrounds and RV parks near Whitewood, SD and 30 free dispersed camping spots.
According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Whitewood, SD is Spearfish City Campground with a 4.3-star rating from 38 reviews.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 30 free dispersed camping spots near Whitewood, SD.
According to TheDyrt.com, there are 7 parks near Whitewood, SD that allow camping, notably Bankhead National Forest and Chugach National Forest.
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