Is camping allowed in Wind Cave National Park?

Hipcamp staff
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Yes, camping is allowed in Wind Cave National Park. The park has one campground, the Elk Mountain Campground, which offers 61 campsites for tents and RVs. The campground operates on a first-come, first-served basis and does not require reservations. It provides basic amenities like picnic tables, fire grates, restrooms, and water. Note that there are no electrical, water, or sewer hookups for RVs at the campground. Camping outside of the designated campground is not permitted within Wind Cave National Park.

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