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South Dakota camping is one of the more enjoyable outdoor activities to do in the state. There’s nothing like sleeping under the stars to the soundtrack of chirping crickets or gently lapping water to help you relax and escape today’s fast-paced lifestyle. With its rich diversity of landscapes, terrain, and water reservoirs, the scenic state of South Dakota provides an abundance of camping opportunities for those looking to become more attuned to the great outdoors.

While it’s considered a recreational pursuit today, camping was once a way of life for the original natives and European settlers of South Dakota. During the 18th century explorations of the region, settlers traveled by horseback and set up camp alongside the Missouri River and lake reservoirs. Modern-day campers can experience the area from the same vantage point as those earliest explorers.

Like any outdoor recreational pursuit, there are varying degrees of camping. Some prefer very primitive forms, while others incorporate modern conveniences. A majority of the camping in the state is done at the campgrounds either by tent or RV. If you feel really adventurous there are many more skilled campers who backpack out into the Black Hills.

Whether you prefer to camp along the banks of a river, on a tree-covered mountainside, or on the high plains, South Dakota offers hundreds of scenic sites. From pristine wilderness areas to more commercial campgrounds, the state provides a bevy of opportunities for those who enjoy experiencing the great outdoors.


Featured Camping Locations in South Dakota

Bear Butte Creek Campground Sturgis
Sturgis, SD - Black Hills / Badlands Region
Bear Butte Creek Campground, located just 4 1/2 miles from Sturgis, is a biker's paradise of majestic shade trees with music, beer and fun times in ou […]
Suzies Camp Sturgis
Sturgis, SD - Black Hills / Badlands Region
Located just 2 miles south of Sturgis, this year round campsite offers a perfect location to relax for the night. Whether you are coming for the Sturg […]
Iron Horse Campground Sturgis
Sturgis, SD - Black Hills / Badlands Region
Established in 1998, we have been hell bent on building THE PLACE TO CAMP AT THE RALLY. We are on the quiet side of campgrounds yet close to everythin […]
5 OUT OF 5
Shade Valley Camp Resort
Sturgis, SD - Black Hills / Badlands Region
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Campground and Resort […]
Flintstones Bedrock City of Custer
Custer, SD - Black Hills / Badlands Region
Bedrock City comes alive in this Stone-age Park of fun-filled buildings and play areas. Tour Fred's Bedrock City. […]
5 OUT OF 5
Lamphere Ranch Campground Sturgis
Sturgis, SD - Black Hills / Badlands Region
Your full service campground during the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally held each August, we also rent our facilities for special events including wed […]
5 OUT OF 5

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