Camping in South Dakota with wildlife watching
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Bear Den Cabins & Camp
8 sites · Lodging, Tents2 acres · Hermosa, Custer
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. 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!
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Uncle B's Produce Farm
11 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents11 acres · Monroe, Mc Cook
Awarded South Dakota's best Hip Camp to see in 2023, 2021, and runner up in 2022.
Uncle B's farm is a small 11 acre hobby farm with a large vegetable garden, chickens, peafowl, guinea fowl, turkeys, dogs, and cats. There is an old quarried stone railroad bridge and a few short walking trails around the pond. The pond is at the back of the property where I have 6 dry camp sites listed as Uncle B's farm for tents or self contained RV's. All sites have partial to full shade and most have mature trees that will work for a hammock or tensile tent. All of the campsites have a firepit, some with cooking grates and all sites have a picnic table. The "shower shack" is shared by all guests and has 2 separate 3/4 baths with all modern plumbing. New for 2023 is a basic outdoor kitchen with a few portable grills as well as a sink with modern plumbing.
Available at Uncle B's RV Camper site I have 3 RV sites with water and 30 Amp electrical hookups.
My "Ready Set Camp" listing is a dome tent set up and furnished with 2 cots, table, and lamp as well as a match ready fire.
The Barn loft apartment is a studio apartment with a small galley kitchen and private bath.
Uncle B's farm has been voted Best Hip Camp to see in South Dakota. Come see why...
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redblue RV SITE
2 sites · RVs, Tents11 acres · Custer, Custer
New in 2022. Large RV site. Gravel pad with sweeping mountain views.
Full hookup. Large communal fire pit. Outhouse.
The property is bordered by the Black Hills National Forest and the Michelson Trail. Just minutes away from Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park.
Bring your rv / camper / horse trailer / tent and experience western South Dakota.
Full water, sewer, & amp hookups - 20, 30, 50 amps.
Porta potty available- outhouse chic! No showers.
Steps away from the Black Hills National Forest. Minutes from Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, and Custer State Park.
Located in Custer, South Dakota, United States.
9 miles to Wind Cave National Park
28 miles to Mount Rushmore National Memorial
23 miles to Custer State Park
23 miles to Jewel Cave National Monument
Local maps available.
Additional dump sites available in nearby Custer and Hot Springs.
No lodging. Bring your own!
The redblue CABIN and RIDGE units are nearby -Making this a great family reunion option! Contact us for more information.
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The Wilderness
1 site · RV, Tent80 acres · West Pennington, Pennington
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.
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Crow Peak’s Last Best Place
3 sites · RVs, Tents40 acres · Spearfish, Lawrence
We purchased this property in 1990, with no home or buildings on it. The trees were so little you could see OVER them!! We’ve since built our home and life here, as well as raised our family. We think our little corner of the world is perfect and just want to share it with others!!Nestled deep in the Black Hills of South Dakota, this camp site is sure to be a relaxing retreat!! With full hookups, and Spearfish just 10 minutes away, you’ll have all the amenities you need. Spearfish has plenty of restaurants, shopping and entertainment for the whole family. The Black Hills offers something for all ages. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast or a history buff, you’ll find your niche here. There are winter sports and gaming just 20 miles from camp in Deadwood. These campsites are quaint and clean for your perfect getaway!!
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Horse Creek Resort RV Sites
10 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents18 acres · Rapid City, Pennington
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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.
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Black Elk Resort
1 site · RV5 acres · Rapid City, Pennington
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.
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The Specialty Crop Farm
5 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents5 acres · Hudson, Lincoln
The Specialty Crop Farm sits on 5 rural acres in the southeastern corner of South Dakota. Our small-scale, working farm is surrounded by rolling hills and corn fields. Enjoy the farmstead strolling paths, gardens, and our friendly chickens, cats and dog. Experience the curated natural surroundings including birdwatching, bugs and prairie habitat. Watch the sun rise from your camp site and stargaze our dark skies. Keep coming back to watch the evolution of our farm dreams as we build the mission of The Specialty Crop~ ask us more!
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Custer's Last Chance Rv Park
32 sites · RVs, Tents4 acres · Custer, Custer
Custer's Last Chance RV Park & Campground is about us and our dream come true. We spent 3 years putting a plan together so we could make the move to South Dakota. Finding the right piece of land wasn't easy and came with a few setbacks. We were lucky to find land in Custer with the French Creek running through the property. The creek features a couple of wide pools. The rest of the creek is fairly narrow with slow moving water. The kids will have a great time exploring the lower acreage. We plan to add new features & amenities to the park every year. Without you this dream wouldn't be possible. We hope you enjoy your stay!
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Lakota Youth Development
9 sites · Lodging, Tents10 acres · Herrick, Gregory
Our 10 acre cultural campus in located in the Milks Camp Community of the Rosebud Reservation. Milks Camp is the first community of Sicangu Lakota people in the area which was founded before the current reservation. Our Lakota ancestors have lived off of this land for hundreds of year. We would love to share our history with you! We are excited share the rich history of our people along with sightings of wild life, water activities as we are close to both the Niobrara and Missouri rivers, and even cultural make and takes projects.
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Blue Tin Ranch
3 sites · RVs, Tents10 acres · Burbank, Union
Hello and welcome to the peaceful countryside! Proud to be named HipCamp's 2022 Top 10 Properties!
We are a luxury hunting lodge here in South East South Dakota and love offering people the chance to camp, park, and explore our property! We are fifth generation farmers and are so proud of our farm and of South Dakota. Ask us about guides for the way out west to the Black Hills. We have 10 acres to share and are excited to host you! On property you can find, corn crib swings, a winding enchanted path to a gazebo perfect for sunsets, a gravity wagon basketball game, a romantic lit pavillion, a balcony overlooking both Iowa and Nebraska, and fields of corn and beans!
Bathrooms can be found centrally on the property, we have 2 womens, 2 mens and one family/ handicap accessible. Now with Shower AND WIFI!
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Serenity Fields
20 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents240 acres · Kimball, Brule
Originally settled by immigrants homesteading westward, Dakota Prairie Lodge now conducts hunting and fishing adventures and dabbles in agriculture. Far from population centers, the peacefulness of this rural retreat is a delight.
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Looking to experience the great outdoors in South Dakota while indulging in some wildlife watching? Look no further than Hipcamp! With over 285 options in South Dakota that cater to wildlife watching, you'll have no shortage of choices. From the serene landscapes of Uncle B's Produce Farm (451 reviews) to the peaceful atmosphere of Solace Farm (321 reviews) and the convenient amenities offered at Custer's Last Chance RV Park (108 reviews), you're sure to find the perfect campsite for your adventure. Plus, with an average price per night of $35 and options as low as $10, camping in South Dakota has never been more affordable. So pack your bags and get ready to immerse yourself in nature, with hiking, wind sports, and whitewater paddling just a few of the popular activities awaiting you!
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