97% (2K) • 1,244 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Box Elder
HTR Black Hills
1. HTR Black Hills
92%
(19)
15mi from Box Elder · 100 sites · RVs, Lodging
Explore the beauty of HTR Black Hills (formerly American Buffalo Campground). This unique destination is home to Mount Rushmore as well as numerous national and state parks, local attractions, and iconic events like the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. So, stay awhile when you tour all the mountains, canyons, caves, and rock formations with the spectacular backdrop of South Dakota. Nestled under tall pine trees, in the heart of the wonderful Black Hills, our on-site recreational facilities include a heated swimming pool & hot tub (open Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting), mini golf, a playground area for children, basketball court, horseshoe pits, and wooded walking trails offer something for everyone!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$26
/ night
Plenty Star Ranch Retreat
2. Plenty Star Ranch Retreat
93%
(281)
42mi from Box Elder · 35 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Property description
Our property is nestled between Hwy 385, the Mickelson Trail, and the National Forest.
We are located between Custer State Park and Wind Cave National Park along Hwy 385 and the Mickelson Trail; about 30 minutes from Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse Mountain.
The nearest towns with restaurants are Pringle, (2 miles S); Hot Springs, (24 miles S), Custer, (9.5 miles N).; Hill City, (24 miles N), and Rapid City, (50 miles N).
The blacktop driveway grants easy access for every type of vehicle.
A couple of ponds, creeks, and dispersed willow, pine, and aspen trees enhance the diversity and beauty of the landscape. It is peaceful here and we enjoy sharing it with our guests during the spring, summer, and fall seasons.
Plenty Star Ranch Retreat has our home, a big pole barn (RV storage), a garage/wood workshop with an attached restroom for all guests, a regular hot water shower cabin, 2 small home-built camping log cabins, 7 RV sites, 9 clearly marked tent and car-camping sites, and several water hydrants fed by our well, providing great quality drinking water. 2 pets maximum per campsite, no pets allowed when booking a cabin.
Check-In is 2 pm to 9 pm; Check-Out is 10 am for the cabins and 11 am for all other sites.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
No Name City Luxury Cabins & RV
3. No Name City Luxury Cabins & RV
93%
(28)
26mi from Box Elder · 129 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to No Name City Luxury Cabins & RV!! A full-service resort nestled in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We are located near Sturgis, Deadwood, beautiful ATV trails, gorgeous hiking trails, and hunting. We have RV a variety of RV sites, tent camping, cabins, full bar/grill, and beautiful amenities. Open year-round.
Amenities
Swimming Pool
Hot tub
Playground
Cable TV in cabins
WiFi
Firepit
Camp Store
Full Bar and Grill
Laundry Facilities
Propane filling station
Picnic Pavilion with 2 grills available for guest use.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$15
/ night
Black Hills National Forest
4. Black Hills National Forest
98%
(51)
337 sites · South Dakota
Beyond Mount Rushmore, explore 1.2 million acres of forested mountains.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Custer State Park
5. Custer State Park
89%
(28)
328 sites · Custer, South Dakota
Granite peaks, rolling prairie, and herds of wildlife roam free at this massive South Dakota park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Nomad VanCamp And RV Park
6. Nomad VanCamp And RV Park
100%
(1)
35mi from Box Elder · 10 sites · RVs
Urban Camping - Wilderness Adventure! Stay with us in the heart of Downtown Custer, SD. Enjoy all the Southern Black Hills has to offer and the dining and shopping in Custer! 7 Full Hookup RV sites AND 3 VAN or car camping sites with shared water/electric access, shower house and tables in a shaded yard.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$38
/ night
Eagle Lode
7. Eagle Lode
97%
(39)
39mi from Box Elder · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
🌲 Escape to Nature's Haven! 🌲
Discover the serenity of our primitive campsite nestled in a breathtaking 15-acre forest oasis. Perfect for adventurers seeking solace and tranquility, our campsite boasts a crystal-clear creek babbling through old growth black hills forest.
Whether you're a seasoned outdoors enthusiast or a family seeking a digital detox, our campsite offers the ideal retreat. Embrace the simplicity of nature and create lasting memories at our hidden gem in the woods!
Pets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Stagecoach Stays
8. Stagecoach Stays
100%
(65)
48mi from Box Elder · 5 sites · RVs
We were fulltime RV'ers for 5 years; we traveled all across the United States before we settled in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We decided to build the vacation site that we always wanted, but could never find.
We have 50/30/15 amp FHU's (despite what HipCamp says). We have two large, level RV spots with 50 feet between the two sites.
We have created an environment for our guests to enjoy peaceful relaxation while staying with us. We offer amazing sunsets, sunrises, wild turkey, song birds, deer and amazing Black Hills landscapes to help you enjoy your stay in this beautiful area.
We have 4 beautiful horses that adorn our landscape. We hope you enjoy watching them, but please don't feed them. We also have hiking trails and a community bonfire available for our guests to use. Well-behaved pets are welcome!
We offer weekly and monthly rates.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$59
/ night
Bear Den Cabins & Camp
9. Bear Den Cabins & Camp
100%
(467)
24mi from Box Elder · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
Bear Den is a small camp with 3 Glamping Tents, 2 cabins and shower house. Outdoor spaces for relaxing. We are located approximately 5 miles from Custer State Park, 11 miles from Keystone the Gateway to Mt. Rushmore in the beautiful southern Black Hills.
Cabins have electricity, our tents do not have electricity. Cabins and showers are heated and open year round! All sites including 'bring your own tent' sites have access to the shower house and outdoor grilling areas.
Pick a spot to pitch your own tent, one tent per space. If you have 2 tents please book 2 sites. We have 3 spots cleared. Hang your hammock in trees around the property. This option includes all access to the shower house and outdoor grilling areas!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Bear Butte State Park
10. Bear Butte State Park
19 sites · Buffalo Chip, South Dakota
Bear Butte State Park: A Sacred Summit with Trails to Explore.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands
11. Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands
92%
(6)
72 sites · Chadron, Nebraska
Ahhh, the heartland. Wide open spaces of undeveloped land in which to spread your wings and find some breathing room. Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands is one of these places, comprised of two forests of ponderosa pine and three grassland areas. Come here to set up your temporary little house on the prairie and be a pioneer camper for a while! Wandering and exploring is unrestricted for non-motorized travel here, meaning freedom is yours for the taking! If you don’t want to just head into the abyss, try visiting the nation's oldest federal tree nursery (awww, baby trees!), or the largest extinct bison boneland in the world at the Hudson-Meng Bison Research Center. Or, head to Soldier Creek Wilderness Area for a little rewilding and backcountry exploration. Keep your eyes peeled for prairie dogs and wildflowers popping their cute little heads up, rock formations dotting the landscape, and magic around every turn. There’s a lot going on in that grass!
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Angostura Recreation Area
12. Angostura Recreation Area
100%
(2)
203 sites · Hot Springs, South Dakota
Angostura Recreation Area: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Badlands National Park
13. Badlands National Park
99%
(138)
200 sites · Interior, South Dakota
Camp in an otherworldly landscape with unique rock formations.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
The Wilderness
14. The Wilderness
99%
(124)
28mi from Box Elder · 1 site · Tent, RV
Learn more about this land:Tired of the city? Want to get away from people? This 80 acre site is perfect for getting away from civilization and experiencing nature as it was meant to be. Hike in the beautiful Black Hills or make the short trip to Lake Pactola for boating or fishing. If relaxing isn't your speed, take a bike ride on the Michelson Trail or travel one of the many off road trails nearby.
Pets
from
$20
/ night
Tent camping near a pine forest
15. Tent camping near a pine forest
98%
(361)
38mi from Box Elder · 17 sites · Tents, RVs
These tent sites are located in a campground, bordered by the Black Hills National Forest. While staying here you have access to free hot showers, flush toilets, a dish washing station, a charging stations for electronics, a game room and a laundry room.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$29
/ night
Battle Creek Camping Resort
16. Battle Creek Camping Resort
98%
(23)
21mi from Box Elder · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
BCCR arrived in the late summer of 2023. We have RV sites and glamping options spread out over 80 acres, in the foothills of Hermosa, South Dakota.
We are a family owned and operated glamp ground. We provide a unique experience for families, couples and solo travelers to unplug and unwind. We do not have Wi-Fi nor televisions at our campground.
We are known for our stargazing friendly environment which is why we do not have street lights. We love to see kids outside riding their bikes and making lifelong friends with other guests. This has been one of the most rewarding compliments that we continue to receive.
Each glamp site has a gas and wood fire pit. Families gather around the campfire at nights, roasting smores and telling stories. The laughter is pure joy and memories that will last a lifetime.
The lodges, domes and tents that we have are fully furnished with linens, towels and a fully stocked coffee bar.
Our most praised amenity is our bath house. This features private full restrooms with individual sinks, showers and toilets.
We strive to provide a family friendly campground. Therefore, our quiet hours are from 10pm to 7am. No loud music or disruptions to other guests, of any kind, are allowed.
At any time during your stay, you need assistance, please reach out by phone call, text or email.
We thank you for choosing to stay with us and are grateful for the opportunity to be a part of your families memories.
Check In: Check in time is 4:00-9:00pm MST.
We are self-check in but it is very dark when the sun goes down and the phone service can be spotty. Please reach out asap if you know you may be arriving late so we can be prepared to assist if needed. Calls after 11pm, will go to voicemail and be returned the next day.
Check Out: Please do not leave us, but if you must go, please check out by 11:00am MST.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$50
/ night
Horse Creek Resort
17. Horse Creek Resort
97%
(166)
22mi from Box Elder · 29 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
theHCresort.com
Centrally-located on 18 acres between two of the Hills’ largest and most beautiful lakes, and less than 15 miles from Rapid City and Mount Rushmore, Horse Creek Resort is the perfect creekside oasis for your next adventure.
The resort is located off Highway 385, the main thoroughfare through the Black Hills National Forest, yet is peacefully nestled in a quiet valley, completely surrounded by national forestland with a tranquil year-round creek meandering throughout the property. Rock outcroppings, hiking trails and offroad trails are within footsteps of every cabin. The serene space is an outdoor sanctuary centrally-located within 20 miles of Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Needles Eye Tunnel / Highway, and Black Elk Peak. Your adventure will also take you near Hill City, Keystone, Custer, and Historic Deadwood. Drive a little further, and end up in Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Sturgis, or Devils Tower National Monument.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
Cheyenne River Bottom
18. Cheyenne River Bottom
94%
(50)
34mi from Box Elder · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
This ranch is the home of children's book author Cowgirl Annie. This property is a working Ranch. Some of the campsites are in an abandoned gravel pit so you will be parking on a sandy gravel base. I like to let my guests decide where they want to park. I may have to move guests to a different site than the one they booked depending on what is happening on the ranch or the weather. There are cottonwood stands close by that you can hike through to the river. A wide variety of wildlife live in this area, so no telling what you may see or hear. You will have a big area to yourselves. I have tried to plan areas so you won't be disturbed by other campers. I do not groom hiking trails. You will be at one with nature. You may want to bring bug spray, sometimes the mosquitos and horseflies are bad. Wall Drug and the Badlands National Park are about a twenty-minute drive. Mount Rushmore is about an hour and 15 minutes.
Pets
Toilets
from
$33
/ night
Pine Haven Lodging
19. Pine Haven Lodging
95%
(21)
17mi from Box Elder · 34 sites · RVs, Lodging
Pine Haven Lodging is situated right in the center of the Black Hills of South Dakota. We're located on 19 acres of Black Hills National Forest at the base of Storm Mountain, 15 minutes from Mount Rushmore and 10 minutes from food and shopping hub Rapid City. We offer full hook-up RV sites and single-family cabins.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$59
/ night
Beaver Lake Campground
20. Beaver Lake Campground
38mi from Box Elder · 92 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
WELCOME TO BEAVER LAKE CAMPGROUND IN CUSTER, SD
Come join us in our beautiful 19-acre pine-filled, rolling terrain campground in Custer, South Dakota. Enjoy the sounds of the breeze through the pines, birds singing, and calm surroundings in a safe, small-town atmosphere. Stay in our spacious RV sites, your tent, or simple to deluxe cabins. Have fun in our heated pool. We are conveniently located just 3.5 miles from the town of Custer, South Dakota. We are 30 minutes from Custer State Park, 22 minutes from Mt. Rushmore, 10 minutes from Crazy Horse Monument, and 9 minutes from Jewel Cave National Monument. The beauty of Custer State Park and the infamous Needles Highway can be very busy for campers, which is why many of our guests choose to stay with us at Beaver Lake Campground. Our central location and peaceful setting will put you very close to all of the amazing things to see and do in the Black Hills (Paha Sapa in the Lakota language) of South Dakota.
We are open from April 1 to November 1. Pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The water slide closed.
Wonderful News! As of 6/4/22, we have a brand new park-wide Wi-Fi system. Guests dependent on WI-Fi for work will need their own system. Our rural infrastructure isn’t equivalent to big-city Wi-Fi.
A WARM WELCOME, FROM THE OWNERS
As the owners of Beaver Lake Campground for the past several seasons Julian and Kachina Starr are amazed at how fortunate they are to have purchased this very special campground. The Black Hills area is spectacular with so many things to do and see. You could spend a month here and still not see it all. The summer weather is perfect with warm but not hot days and cool summer nights due to the 5,300-foot elevation. Perfect for evening campfires.
Living and working in the Black Hills National Forest is incredible. They feel very happy to be in such calm, peaceful surroundings.
Julian and Kachina have accomplished many updates, and improvements in the time they have been here. Everything from not-so-exciting infrastructure, well pumps, electrical upgrades, painting, swimming pool pump, etc., and have attempted to give this beautiful campground a more inviting atmosphere, comfortable seating on the office patio, beautiful flowers, unique pinecone art, upgrades to the cabins, mini-fridges in all cabins, new mattresses, electrical improvements and more.
The Starr’s 25-year experience in the RV business in Gold Beach, Oregon, and Durango Colorado has given them lots of warm memories and some funny stories too. They look forward to many more great guest experiences greeting and serving old and new friends.
AVAILABLE UNITS
•RV Sites
•Cabins
•Tents
ENJOY OUR AMENITIES
•1 Large Heated Pool
•Store
•2 Laundry Facilities
•RV Sites Small to Huge
•Tent Sites
•9 Cabins
•Dog Park
•Basket Ball, Tether Ball, Volley Ball Net & Horseshoes
•3 Bathhouses
•1 Accessible Family Bath
•Log & Timber Rec Room For Groups
•Fire Wood, 10 lb Bag Ice, and Propane Sales
•Free Wifi
•Playground
•Dump Station Free to Guests
•Honey Wagon $
•RV Tech On Site
•Car Rental
LOCAL AREA ATTRACTIONS
•Mount Rushmore
•Custer State Park
•Rocky Knolls Golf Course
•Crazy Horse Monument
•Jewel Cave National Monument
•The 1880 Train
•Wind Cave National Park
•Custer
•Rapid City
•Deadwood
•Lead
•Spearfish
•Sturgis
•Hot Springs
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$43
/ night
97% (2K) • 1,244 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Box Elder
HTR Black Hills
1. HTR Black Hills
92%
(19)
15mi from Box Elder · 100 sites · RVs, Lodging
Explore the beauty of HTR Black Hills (formerly American Buffalo Campground). This unique destination is home to Mount Rushmore as well as numerous national and state parks, local attractions, and iconic events like the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. So, stay awhile when you tour all the mountains, canyons, caves, and rock formations with the spectacular backdrop of South Dakota. Nestled under tall pine trees, in the heart of the wonderful Black Hills, our on-site recreational facilities include a heated swimming pool & hot tub (open Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting), mini golf, a playground area for children, basketball court, horseshoe pits, and wooded walking trails offer something for everyone!
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$26
/ night
Plenty Star Ranch Retreat
2. Plenty Star Ranch Retreat
93%
(281)
42mi from Box Elder · 35 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Property description
Our property is nestled between Hwy 385, the Mickelson Trail, and the National Forest.
We are located between Custer State Park and Wind Cave National Park along Hwy 385 and the Mickelson Trail; about 30 minutes from Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse Mountain.
The nearest towns with restaurants are Pringle, (2 miles S); Hot Springs, (24 miles S), Custer, (9.5 miles N).; Hill City, (24 miles N), and Rapid City, (50 miles N).
The blacktop driveway grants easy access for every type of vehicle.
A couple of ponds, creeks, and dispersed willow, pine, and aspen trees enhance the diversity and beauty of the landscape. It is peaceful here and we enjoy sharing it with our guests during the spring, summer, and fall seasons.
Plenty Star Ranch Retreat has our home, a big pole barn (RV storage), a garage/wood workshop with an attached restroom for all guests, a regular hot water shower cabin, 2 small home-built camping log cabins, 7 RV sites, 9 clearly marked tent and car-camping sites, and several water hydrants fed by our well, providing great quality drinking water. 2 pets maximum per campsite, no pets allowed when booking a cabin.
Check-In is 2 pm to 9 pm; Check-Out is 10 am for the cabins and 11 am for all other sites.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
No Name City Luxury Cabins & RV
3. No Name City Luxury Cabins & RV
93%
(28)
26mi from Box Elder · 129 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
Welcome to No Name City Luxury Cabins & RV!! A full-service resort nestled in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We are located near Sturgis, Deadwood, beautiful ATV trails, gorgeous hiking trails, and hunting. We have RV a variety of RV sites, tent camping, cabins, full bar/grill, and beautiful amenities. Open year-round.
Amenities
Swimming Pool
Hot tub
Playground
Cable TV in cabins
WiFi
Firepit
Camp Store
Full Bar and Grill
Laundry Facilities
Propane filling station
Picnic Pavilion with 2 grills available for guest use.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$15
/ night
Black Hills National Forest
4. Black Hills National Forest
98%
(51)
337 sites · South Dakota
Beyond Mount Rushmore, explore 1.2 million acres of forested mountains.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Custer State Park
5. Custer State Park
89%
(28)
328 sites · Custer, South Dakota
Granite peaks, rolling prairie, and herds of wildlife roam free at this massive South Dakota park.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Nomad VanCamp And RV Park
6. Nomad VanCamp And RV Park
100%
(1)
35mi from Box Elder · 10 sites · RVs
Urban Camping - Wilderness Adventure! Stay with us in the heart of Downtown Custer, SD. Enjoy all the Southern Black Hills has to offer and the dining and shopping in Custer! 7 Full Hookup RV sites AND 3 VAN or car camping sites with shared water/electric access, shower house and tables in a shaded yard.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$38
/ night
Eagle Lode
7. Eagle Lode
97%
(39)
39mi from Box Elder · 2 sites · Tents, RVs
🌲 Escape to Nature's Haven! 🌲
Discover the serenity of our primitive campsite nestled in a breathtaking 15-acre forest oasis. Perfect for adventurers seeking solace and tranquility, our campsite boasts a crystal-clear creek babbling through old growth black hills forest.
Whether you're a seasoned outdoors enthusiast or a family seeking a digital detox, our campsite offers the ideal retreat. Embrace the simplicity of nature and create lasting memories at our hidden gem in the woods!
Pets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Stagecoach Stays
8. Stagecoach Stays
100%
(65)
48mi from Box Elder · 5 sites · RVs
We were fulltime RV'ers for 5 years; we traveled all across the United States before we settled in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We decided to build the vacation site that we always wanted, but could never find.
We have 50/30/15 amp FHU's (despite what HipCamp says). We have two large, level RV spots with 50 feet between the two sites.
We have created an environment for our guests to enjoy peaceful relaxation while staying with us. We offer amazing sunsets, sunrises, wild turkey, song birds, deer and amazing Black Hills landscapes to help you enjoy your stay in this beautiful area.
We have 4 beautiful horses that adorn our landscape. We hope you enjoy watching them, but please don't feed them. We also have hiking trails and a community bonfire available for our guests to use. Well-behaved pets are welcome!
We offer weekly and monthly rates.
Pets
Full hookups
from
$59
/ night
Bear Den Cabins & Camp
9. Bear Den Cabins & Camp
100%
(467)
24mi from Box Elder · 8 sites · Tents, Lodging
Bear Den is a small camp with 3 Glamping Tents, 2 cabins and shower house. Outdoor spaces for relaxing. We are located approximately 5 miles from Custer State Park, 11 miles from Keystone the Gateway to Mt. Rushmore in the beautiful southern Black Hills.
Cabins have electricity, our tents do not have electricity. Cabins and showers are heated and open year round! All sites including 'bring your own tent' sites have access to the shower house and outdoor grilling areas.
Pick a spot to pitch your own tent, one tent per space. If you have 2 tents please book 2 sites. We have 3 spots cleared. Hang your hammock in trees around the property. This option includes all access to the shower house and outdoor grilling areas!
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
from
$25
/ night
Bear Butte State Park
10. Bear Butte State Park
19 sites · Buffalo Chip, South Dakota
Bear Butte State Park: A Sacred Summit with Trails to Explore.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands
11. Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands
92%
(6)
72 sites · Chadron, Nebraska
Ahhh, the heartland. Wide open spaces of undeveloped land in which to spread your wings and find some breathing room. Nebraska National Forests and Grasslands is one of these places, comprised of two forests of ponderosa pine and three grassland areas. Come here to set up your temporary little house on the prairie and be a pioneer camper for a while! Wandering and exploring is unrestricted for non-motorized travel here, meaning freedom is yours for the taking! If you don’t want to just head into the abyss, try visiting the nation's oldest federal tree nursery (awww, baby trees!), or the largest extinct bison boneland in the world at the Hudson-Meng Bison Research Center. Or, head to Soldier Creek Wilderness Area for a little rewilding and backcountry exploration. Keep your eyes peeled for prairie dogs and wildflowers popping their cute little heads up, rock formations dotting the landscape, and magic around every turn. There’s a lot going on in that grass!
Electrical hookup
Toilets
Campfires
Angostura Recreation Area
12. Angostura Recreation Area
100%
(2)
203 sites · Hot Springs, South Dakota
Angostura Recreation Area: A Haven for Outdoor Enthusiasts.
Pets
Toilets
Campfires
Badlands National Park
13. Badlands National Park
99%
(138)
200 sites · Interior, South Dakota
Camp in an otherworldly landscape with unique rock formations.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
The Wilderness
14. The Wilderness
99%
(124)
28mi from Box Elder · 1 site · Tent, RV
Learn more about this land:Tired of the city? Want to get away from people? This 80 acre site is perfect for getting away from civilization and experiencing nature as it was meant to be. Hike in the beautiful Black Hills or make the short trip to Lake Pactola for boating or fishing. If relaxing isn't your speed, take a bike ride on the Michelson Trail or travel one of the many off road trails nearby.
Pets
from
$20
/ night
Tent camping near a pine forest
15. Tent camping near a pine forest
98%
(361)
38mi from Box Elder · 17 sites · Tents, RVs
These tent sites are located in a campground, bordered by the Black Hills National Forest. While staying here you have access to free hot showers, flush toilets, a dish washing station, a charging stations for electronics, a game room and a laundry room.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$29
/ night
Battle Creek Camping Resort
16. Battle Creek Camping Resort
98%
(23)
21mi from Box Elder · 11 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
BCCR arrived in the late summer of 2023. We have RV sites and glamping options spread out over 80 acres, in the foothills of Hermosa, South Dakota.
We are a family owned and operated glamp ground. We provide a unique experience for families, couples and solo travelers to unplug and unwind. We do not have Wi-Fi nor televisions at our campground.
We are known for our stargazing friendly environment which is why we do not have street lights. We love to see kids outside riding their bikes and making lifelong friends with other guests. This has been one of the most rewarding compliments that we continue to receive.
Each glamp site has a gas and wood fire pit. Families gather around the campfire at nights, roasting smores and telling stories. The laughter is pure joy and memories that will last a lifetime.
The lodges, domes and tents that we have are fully furnished with linens, towels and a fully stocked coffee bar.
Our most praised amenity is our bath house. This features private full restrooms with individual sinks, showers and toilets.
We strive to provide a family friendly campground. Therefore, our quiet hours are from 10pm to 7am. No loud music or disruptions to other guests, of any kind, are allowed.
At any time during your stay, you need assistance, please reach out by phone call, text or email.
We thank you for choosing to stay with us and are grateful for the opportunity to be a part of your families memories.
Check In: Check in time is 4:00-9:00pm MST.
We are self-check in but it is very dark when the sun goes down and the phone service can be spotty. Please reach out asap if you know you may be arriving late so we can be prepared to assist if needed. Calls after 11pm, will go to voicemail and be returned the next day.
Check Out: Please do not leave us, but if you must go, please check out by 11:00am MST.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Toilets
from
$50
/ night
Horse Creek Resort
17. Horse Creek Resort
97%
(166)
22mi from Box Elder · 29 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
theHCresort.com
Centrally-located on 18 acres between two of the Hills’ largest and most beautiful lakes, and less than 15 miles from Rapid City and Mount Rushmore, Horse Creek Resort is the perfect creekside oasis for your next adventure.
The resort is located off Highway 385, the main thoroughfare through the Black Hills National Forest, yet is peacefully nestled in a quiet valley, completely surrounded by national forestland with a tranquil year-round creek meandering throughout the property. Rock outcroppings, hiking trails and offroad trails are within footsteps of every cabin. The serene space is an outdoor sanctuary centrally-located within 20 miles of Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Needles Eye Tunnel / Highway, and Black Elk Peak. Your adventure will also take you near Hill City, Keystone, Custer, and Historic Deadwood. Drive a little further, and end up in Badlands National Park, Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Sturgis, or Devils Tower National Monument.
Pets
Toilets
Full hookups
from
$50
/ night
Cheyenne River Bottom
18. Cheyenne River Bottom
94%
(50)
34mi from Box Elder · 4 sites · Tents, RVs
This ranch is the home of children's book author Cowgirl Annie. This property is a working Ranch. Some of the campsites are in an abandoned gravel pit so you will be parking on a sandy gravel base. I like to let my guests decide where they want to park. I may have to move guests to a different site than the one they booked depending on what is happening on the ranch or the weather. There are cottonwood stands close by that you can hike through to the river. A wide variety of wildlife live in this area, so no telling what you may see or hear. You will have a big area to yourselves. I have tried to plan areas so you won't be disturbed by other campers. I do not groom hiking trails. You will be at one with nature. You may want to bring bug spray, sometimes the mosquitos and horseflies are bad. Wall Drug and the Badlands National Park are about a twenty-minute drive. Mount Rushmore is about an hour and 15 minutes.
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Pine Haven Lodging
19. Pine Haven Lodging
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17mi from Box Elder · 34 sites · RVs, Lodging
Pine Haven Lodging is situated right in the center of the Black Hills of South Dakota. We're located on 19 acres of Black Hills National Forest at the base of Storm Mountain, 15 minutes from Mount Rushmore and 10 minutes from food and shopping hub Rapid City. We offer full hook-up RV sites and single-family cabins.
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Beaver Lake Campground
20. Beaver Lake Campground
38mi from Box Elder · 92 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging
WELCOME TO BEAVER LAKE CAMPGROUND IN CUSTER, SD
Come join us in our beautiful 19-acre pine-filled, rolling terrain campground in Custer, South Dakota. Enjoy the sounds of the breeze through the pines, birds singing, and calm surroundings in a safe, small-town atmosphere. Stay in our spacious RV sites, your tent, or simple to deluxe cabins. Have fun in our heated pool. We are conveniently located just 3.5 miles from the town of Custer, South Dakota. We are 30 minutes from Custer State Park, 22 minutes from Mt. Rushmore, 10 minutes from Crazy Horse Monument, and 9 minutes from Jewel Cave National Monument. The beauty of Custer State Park and the infamous Needles Highway can be very busy for campers, which is why many of our guests choose to stay with us at Beaver Lake Campground. Our central location and peaceful setting will put you very close to all of the amazing things to see and do in the Black Hills (Paha Sapa in the Lakota language) of South Dakota.
We are open from April 1 to November 1. Pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The water slide closed.
Wonderful News! As of 6/4/22, we have a brand new park-wide Wi-Fi system. Guests dependent on WI-Fi for work will need their own system. Our rural infrastructure isn’t equivalent to big-city Wi-Fi.
A WARM WELCOME, FROM THE OWNERS
As the owners of Beaver Lake Campground for the past several seasons Julian and Kachina Starr are amazed at how fortunate they are to have purchased this very special campground. The Black Hills area is spectacular with so many things to do and see. You could spend a month here and still not see it all. The summer weather is perfect with warm but not hot days and cool summer nights due to the 5,300-foot elevation. Perfect for evening campfires.
Living and working in the Black Hills National Forest is incredible. They feel very happy to be in such calm, peaceful surroundings.
Julian and Kachina have accomplished many updates, and improvements in the time they have been here. Everything from not-so-exciting infrastructure, well pumps, electrical upgrades, painting, swimming pool pump, etc., and have attempted to give this beautiful campground a more inviting atmosphere, comfortable seating on the office patio, beautiful flowers, unique pinecone art, upgrades to the cabins, mini-fridges in all cabins, new mattresses, electrical improvements and more.
The Starr’s 25-year experience in the RV business in Gold Beach, Oregon, and Durango Colorado has given them lots of warm memories and some funny stories too. They look forward to many more great guest experiences greeting and serving old and new friends.
AVAILABLE UNITS
•RV Sites
•Cabins
•Tents
ENJOY OUR AMENITIES
•1 Large Heated Pool
•Store
•2 Laundry Facilities
•RV Sites Small to Huge
•Tent Sites
•9 Cabins
•Dog Park
•Basket Ball, Tether Ball, Volley Ball Net & Horseshoes
•3 Bathhouses
•1 Accessible Family Bath
•Log & Timber Rec Room For Groups
•Fire Wood, 10 lb Bag Ice, and Propane Sales
•Free Wifi
•Playground
•Dump Station Free to Guests
•Honey Wagon $
•RV Tech On Site
•Car Rental
LOCAL AREA ATTRACTIONS
•Mount Rushmore
•Custer State Park
•Rocky Knolls Golf Course
•Crazy Horse Monument
•Jewel Cave National Monument
•The 1880 Train
•Wind Cave National Park
•Custer
•Rapid City
•Deadwood
•Lead
•Spearfish
•Sturgis
•Hot Springs
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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Jack
3 weeks ago
16 ft car
All around fantastic experience. Great communication, great spot to camp. It wasnt even that far off the road but it felt extremely isolated at night.
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Corina
November 2025
31 ft Class C
With pets
We reached out to the camp host to see if they’d let us check in earlier and so thankful that they did. It allowed us to have enough time to drive down and explore the Badlands since we only had one day of fun. It’s about an hour away from here. We also got to see a famous roadside attraction Wall Drugs.
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Corina
November 2025
31 ft Class C
With pets
We were on site 10 and it’s leveled. We stayed here on their last weekend of the season. Pine Haven is near Crazy Horse and Mt. Rushmore. It’s on the outside of town but near pretty much everything. If we cross this way again, we definitely would come back here.
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Christopher
November 2025
With pets
Tammy's place was everything we wanted - its cozy, remote but in the heart of so much beauty. We got in at sunset and were able to take our dog on a night stroll up her hill for a very peaceful evening. The heat in our cabin was NICE and made it extra cozy. The bathroom / shower set up was top notch - sooo clean! 10/10 recommend this place! + Tammy is such a friendly, kind, good human!
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Shandra
October 2025
1 night at Battle Creek Camping Resort
Hillview Lodge was a cozy dream home away from home. I wish I had time to stay more than one night, but I do plan on returning in the future. I didn’t use the shower, but the bathroom house in general was clean and just a minute walk away from Hillview. I used the firepit at night too, ate some s’mores that were provided + had coffee in the morning before departure from provided Keurig coffee station. Would definitely recommend to any camping fantasy loving nerd!
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Gregory
October 2025
25 ft Class C
With pets
This was a well equipped site. We were the only ones there and it was very peaceful. Lots of wildlife there.
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Miguel
October 2025
Tent
Outstanding! Totally private and well kept. After turning around at the Y in the road, access was clear and easy. Just a short drive out of town we bought firewood from the local store. Just beautiful. Would totally stay again.
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Alisha
October 2025
With kids
We loved staying at Bear Den! Tammy and Tim are the most welcoming hosts — we immediately felt like a part of their family! As our 5-year-old told us when they went back to their house after greeting us… “They’re so nice, I wish they didn’t have to go.” :) The cabin was cozy and perfect for our family of four. We were extra impressed by the cleanliness of the facilities, and amenities we didn’t expect. Our kids loved exploring the property, seeing the stars at night, and waking up to watch the deer right outside the cabin. The location was great, and pretty central for all the things we wanted to do. Our whole family hopes to visit again, and we will tell all our friends to make a trip to the Black Hills to stay with Tammy and Tim!
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Charles
October 2025
2 nights at Bear Den Cabins & Camp
We had the most amazing time at Lil Bear! Tammy and Tim are so kind and made us feel so at home! Our cabin was stocked with little snacks, was so cozy, had heat, coffee machine and it was just the best! Would absolutely recommend for a weekend getaway!
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Nicholas
October 2025
1 night at Bear Den Cabins & Camp
We had such a wonderful time. Tammy and Tim were so hospitable and set us up for one of the coolest experiences to date. We can’t wait to come back - 10/10! Thank you so much!
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William
October 2025
12 ft pop-up camper
Beautiful place with an extremely friendly staff! I would definitely recommend it.
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Nathan
October 2025
16 ft car
With kids
Loved the views of the night sky and the open ability to hike around the camp area. Hospitality was awesome, and was helpful with knowledge of the surrounding areas and wildlife. Would absolutely stay again
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Jordan
October 2025
1 night at Fort Welikit Campground
We stayed in the Covered Wagon. It was super cute! Cheap and the camp hosts were great! The showers were clean and hot, and the Wagon was comfortable with plenty or space for two people. Would defiantly recommended! Make sure you bring sleeping pads or an air mattress, they isn’t one in the wagon.
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David
October 2025
27 ft travel trailer
With pets
Fantastic stay! New, modern services and site in a unique setting. Quiet, with a beautiful wildlife and vista. Great hosts and amazing area. We'll be back for a longer stay to explore more of the area!
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Joseph
October 2025
3 nights at Fort Welikit Campground
Loved this place, we stayed in Tipi, then in Keg once it got cold. Was a great stay. Cooked over campfires. Shower/bathrooms worked great. Great location to lots of things
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Robert
October 2025
18 ft campervan
With pets
An amazing spot! My dog and I hated leaving. The hosts are super nice and responsive. Highly recommend!!
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Paul
October 2025
26 ft Class B
With pets
Really nice spot , convenient to all the things we wanted to see. Level site, good power , water!
Clean shower.
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Krystl
October 2025
1 night at Fort Welikit Campground
This was a charming campground with lots of amenities nearby. I stayed in a tipi, and I'd definitely stay here again to check out some of the other unique lodgings.
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Bobbie
September 2025
Tent
Our view was very nice! Great sunsets. Our spot was pretty flat for our tent. Easy to park our motorcycles. Great shower facilities. Definitely recommend this place!
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Danielle
September 2025
Group trip
The cabin on the property is quite lovely! It was a great place to rest for the night from the Mickelson trail. Lovely views!
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