Cave camping near Hill City

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Plenty Star Ranch Retreat

35 sites · Lodging, RVs, Tents10 acres · Custer, SD
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, a solar shower building, 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.
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Looking to explore the great outdoors near Hill City, South Dakota? Hipcamp has over 50 camping options specifically tailored to your cave-loving heart. With options as low as $20 per night, you can immerse yourself in nature without breaking the bank. Check out top campsites like Black Elk Resort (39 reviews), Pine Rock Meadows Land (23 reviews), and Day's End Campground (5 reviews). These sites offer popular amenities including potable water, pet-friendly spaces, and showers. Indulge in activities like surfing, hiking, and wildlife watching while camping in the beautiful caves of South Dakota.

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