The best dog-friendly RV parks near Box Elder, South Dakota

If you're looking for an RV-friendly adventure with your furry friend near Box Elder, South Dakota, Hipcamp offers over 200 options that meet your criteria. With options starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $38 per night, you can find a great spot that fits your budget. Top-rated campsites in the area include Custer's Last Chance RV Park (108 reviews), Redwater Revival Campground (79 reviews), and Crow Peak's Last Best Place (70 reviews). Popular amenities include campfires, potable water, and showers, while fishing, hiking, and boating are among the most popular activities. Book your spot today and enjoy the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Box Elder

If you're looking for an RV-friendly adventure with your furry friend near Box Elder, South Dakota, Hipcamp offers over 200 options that meet your criteria. With options starting as low as $20 per night and an average price of $38 per night, you can find a great spot that fits your budget. Top-rated campsites in the area include Custer's Last Chance RV Park (108 reviews), Redwater Revival Campground (79 reviews), and Crow Peak's Last Best Place (70 reviews). Popular amenities include campfires, potable water, and showers, while fishing, hiking, and boating are among the most popular activities. Book your spot today and enjoy the great outdoors!

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Top-rated campgrounds near Box Elder

1. 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.

2. Black Elk Resort

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(69)

25mi from Box Elder · 1 site · RV

Black Elk Resort is one of the finest cottages and RV resorts in South Dakota, nestled in a beautiful wooded setting and only a short drive to Mount Rushmore. We feature 9 cottages sleeping 2 to 5 people, 8 Full Hook-up Pull-Thru 50 ft. RV sites with 30/50 Amp, picnic tables, & park style charcoal grills available for the ultimate RV experience. Whether taking advantage of our cottages, RV sites or the Palmer Creek Taproom, our long list of amenities are available for your use and enjoyment. We are proud of our family-oriented reputation and continually strive to make the Black Elk Resort as beautiful as the nature that surrounds it.

3. Star Valley RV Camp Spot

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(29)

38mi from Box Elder · 1 site · RV

Cozy full hook up RV spot centrally located in the southern Black Hills on five acres. Enjoy beautiful sunsets from the shared fire pit just steps from your RV. Located 5 miles from the town of Custer. Enjoy your days visiting nearby Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mt. Rushmore, Wind Cave National Park, Jewell Cave. Walk, bike or run on the 109 mi Mickelson trail. We are also 2 hours from Badlands National Park. This area is rich in beauty and history so be sure to get out and explore!

4. Single RV Site Close To Custer

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37mi from Box Elder · 1 site · RV

This single RV site is close to the city of Custer and the many attractions the Black Hills have to offer. Major attractions include Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Wind Cave National Park, Mt. Rushmore National Monument and the Black Hills National Forest all nearby. Opportunities include hiking, biking, OHV and horseback riding. Stargazing and rockhounding abound. You can access the Mickelson Bike Trail at the end of road. Plenty of room for vehicle parking on property. Site can accommodate RV unit up to 60 feet. Yard games. Only one campsite, you will be the only camper. Is adjacent to but private from owner's house. Electric hookup with 20 amp extension cord (this will not power an AC). Water fill available from private well. No sewer hookup. Dump stations available in town. There is 1/3 mile of gravel on Sunset Lane to reach property. One week maximum stay. Enjoy the City of Custer with its many restaurants and shops. Bike, hike or drive the 2 miles into town. Many hiking trails and Forest Service roads within minutes. Enjoy watching small aircraft at the nearby municipal airport. Hot air balloons can often be seen in the early morning. Stargaze at night. Fish or swim in nearby Custer State Park.

5. Sturgis RV Park - Big Rig Friendly

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30mi from Box Elder · 175 sites · RVs

Black Hills Vista RV Park Campground is one of the oldest campgrounds for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. We are located in Sturgis, South Dakota, and we are open from April through October. The campground is perched on top of a hill and has spectacular views of the Sturgis and the Black Hills area. We are just two miles from the legendary Sturgis Main Street with very easy access to I-90, Boulder Canyon, Vanocker Canyon, and other Black Hills attractions. We have a variety of lot campsites especially lots with spectacular views of the beautiful Black Hills. Our campsites feature full-service hook-ups including water, sewer, 30/50 amp electricity, and WIFI that actually works. Our campsites have a gravel surface and are nearly perfectly level with little or no blocking required. We have two campgrounds, the original North site launched in 2000, and the South site constructed in 2015. Both sites include a spotless men’s and women’s shower house.

Public campgrounds near Box Elder

Dalton Lake Campground

22mi from Box Elder · 10 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Hills National Forest

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Pactola Reservoir Campground

22mi from Box Elder · 56 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Hills National Forest

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Sheridan Lake Campground

22mi from Box Elder · 5 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Hills National Forest

Boxelder Forks Campground

24mi from Box Elder · 13 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Hills National Forest

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Horsethief Lake Campground

25mi from Box Elder · 22 sites · Tents, RVs · in Black Hills National Forest

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Corina

November 2025

31 ft Class C

With pets

Weekend Trip to Pine Haven Lodging

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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Jenna

October 2025

25 ft Class C

1 night at Star Valley RV Camp Spot

Kurt's spot was easy to access and had everything we needed. He was a great host and ensured we had what we needed. I'd love to come back and have a bit more time to enjoy this location! A great find!

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Deborah

October 2025

32 ft Class C

With pets

14 nights at Star Valley RV Camp Spot

Kurt is an amazing host in more ways than one. After I texted him saying we were set to arrive in our RV in the middle of the night, he gave detailed instructions on where to park. Not only that, but he congratulated us via text after he awoke on the good job of parking in the dark, since we had already left for the Buffalo Round up in our car. We reserved the site for two weeks but our son was with us and he was anxious to get home after being away for months hiking the Continental Divide Trail. We left after only five days and Kurt graciously agreed to refund us. He was so understanding and even spoke to my husband in person. The site is amazing because it is in the middle of the countryside with no other RVs. Accommodations were excellent...great wifi. We highly recommend this host/site and hope to return in the future.

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Paul

October 2025

26 ft Class B

With pets

2 nights at Black Elk Resort

Really nice spot , convenient to all the things we wanted to see. Level site, good power , water! Clean shower.

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Denise

September 2025

48 ft travel trailer

4 nights at Single RV Site Close To Custer

We loved this spot! We were close to so many things to do, our site was quiet and beautiful! The hosts are very nice too!!

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Terry

September 2025

32 ft Class C

With pets

6 nights at Single RV Site Close To Custer

I couldn’t recommend this place any higher. It’s right in Custer so it’s a pe fect for a base camp to go exploring. The hosts are always kind, always helpful, My dog Pandora liked them. She’s ans excellent judge. It’s quiet and is a great location.

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Anthony

August 2025

23 ft campervan

With pets

4 nights at Star Valley RV Camp Spot

This was a great little place to spend a few days. Kurt was very friendly and also very accommodating. I give this hip camp, a 4.9 out of five. The reason why I wouldn’t go to a five it would’ve been nice to have a shower. That said I still signed up to rent the spot, knowing that they did not have it.

Lisa

August 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Single RV Site Close To Custer

The site was basically in Custer on private property. A beautiful town, a lovely property and although not really a private spot as far as trees or division from the main house, we were not bothered by anyone and it was a very quiet area. The WiFi was an extra bonus after not having any for a couple of days and electricity for plugging in the coffee pot and toaster! Very nice hosts who were communicative and helpful.

Tony

July 2025

40 ft fifth wheel

7 nights at Single RV Site Close To Custer

We had a fantastic week-long stay with Curt and Jackie! Their beautiful property and warm hospitality made our trip special. Jackie even surprised us with delicious homemade cupcakes—a lovely touch! Navigating our 40-foot fifth wheel through the gate and into the RV site was easy, with no issues backing in (even briefly on Curt’s lawn). The 15/20 amp electric hookup met all our needs. As noted, running an AC isn’t recommended since it trips the GFCI outlet. Fresh water was conveniently available from a spigot under the front stairs before parking. Their WiFi was fast and reliable, a lifesaver during our Starlink outage. The location is central—just 3-5 minutes from downtown Custer. Ace Hardware nearby stocks a good selection of RV supplies; we replaced some adapters there. After leaving, we used the Heritage Village Campground dump station about 10 minutes away. Dumping costs $5 (includes non-potable flush water), and fresh water is $5 extra. Pay at the office (GPS: 43.806109, -103.637695) before using the dump (GPS: 43.807089, -103.636157). Tip: Enter Heritage Village from Hwy 385 via Medicine Mountain Rd (GPS: 43.802555, -103.638236). Avoid Village Ave due to rough roads. We look forward to staying with Curt and Jackie again!

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Nathan

July 2025

32 ft travel trailer

Group trip

3 nights at Pine Haven Lodging

Excellent campground. Everything, including WIFI worked very well. Nice old growth trees next to most of the sites. The shower/toilet rooms with a sink were shockingly modern, nice and private. Loved it.

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Linda

July 2025

18 ft travel trailer

Weekend Trip to Star Valley RV Camp Spot

Kurt’s land is beautiful. He graciously helped me get my trailer properly positioned and offered any other assistance I might need. I had a little trouble getting to the location, but that was due mostly to my fear of getting stuck somewhere I’d have to turn around. On a previous trip I’d ended up on a dead end road and it took some time to get out of it so I was gunshot.

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Christina

July 2025

39 ft Class A

4 nights at Sturgis RV Park - Big Rig Friendly

Great view and the staff are so friendly. We have a 39 ft bus and we were pulling a jeep wrangler. We fit great and had no trouble on the gravel road.

Heather

July 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

8 nights at Star Valley RV Camp Spot

What a peaceful stay. The host was fantastic and the property is neat as a pin with beautiful views! Definitely recommend!

Alyse

June 2025

55 ft travel trailer

2 nights at Pine Haven Lodging

Beautiful clean quiet campground close to black hills and Mount Rushmore, the owners were awesome and very accommodating

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Scott

June 2025

30 ft travel trailer

3 nights at Pine Haven Lodging

Stayed for a couple days so we could explore the area. Clean place but does have trains coming by the grounds

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Rebecca

June 2025

35 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Star Valley RV Camp Spot

Loved this Hip Camp. Quiet, secluded and very convenient for exploring Custer State Park and surrounding area. World definitely stop here again when in the area. Great host.

Laura

June 2025

28 ft travel trailer

With pets

6 nights at Star Valley RV Camp Spot

It's a beautiful so spot in a great location. They are very helpful and prompt with responses. We would absolutely recommend this site.

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Finn

June 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

2 nights at Single RV Site Close To Custer

Beautiful location, friendly hosts, great wi-fi. We liked it so much we booked an extra day.

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Sarah

June 2025

35 ft fifth wheel

With kids

1 night at Star Valley RV Camp Spot

We were warmly welcoming on the property and Kurt checked in from time to time to make sure we had everything we needed. The property is well cared for and would make a great base for all your Black Hills exploring.

Susan

June 2025

30 ft travel trailer

With pets

Weekend Trip to Star Valley RV Camp Spot

What a welcome stop this was. Beautiful, peaceful and private. This was our 6th stop on a 12 stop 3000+ mile road trip and one we have enjoyed the most. We started in the southwest where most of the campsites we had were on dirt or gravel. Kurt was super easy to communicate with, very responsive and he met us at the driveway to direct us to our spot. We would definitely pick this place again if we are in the area.