Campgrounds Available This Weekend Near Thunder Butte, SD
Discover the serene beauty surrounding Thunder Butte, SD, where outdoor enthusiasts can relish a variety of camping options amidst stunning landscapes. For RV campers, the nearby Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort offers full hook-up sites, with access to modern amenities while being enveloped by scenic vistas of the Badlands. Tent camping enthusiasts can pitch their tents at Custer State Park, renowned for its picturesque landscapes, where the rugged terrain features rolling hills, sparkling lakes, and abundant wildlife, including bison herds roaming freely. For those seeking a more remote experience, the Black Hills National Forest provides ample dispersed camping opportunities, allowing campers to immerse themselves in the tranquil wilderness, surrounded by towering pines and dramatic rock formations. With its unique topography, including the scenic Thunder Butte itself, this area is perfect for hiking, fishing, and reconnecting with nature. Whether you're rolling in with an RV, setting up a tent, or exploring the wild via dispersed camping, the Thunder Butte region promises an unforgettable outdoor adventure.
Oahe Modern Cabins is part of Oahe Downstream Recreation Area in South Dakota (2 hrs 47 min east of Rapid City, SD) with an elevation of 1,433 feet. There are a total of 4 campsites including 4 cabins. The campground is open all year. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 3 months in advance. All sites have electric hookups. Fees range from $120.00 to $150.00. Some amenities include playground, boat ramp, swimming, fish cleaning station, restroom, amphitheater. Activities include fishing, floating sports.
Okobojo Point Campground is part of Okobojo Point Recreation Area in South Dakota (3 hrs 4 min east of Rapid City, SD) with an elevation of 1,641 feet. There are a total of 18 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. Prices start at $16.00 per night. Some amenities include shower, boat ramp, restroom, flush toilets. Activities include boating, fishing, water skiing, floating sports.
Bear Butte Campground is part of Bear Butte State Park in South Dakota (40 min northwest of Rapid City, SD) with an elevation of 4,203 feet. There are a total of 23 campsites including 4 tent-only sites. The campground is open all year. 19 sites can accommodate RVs and trailers between 40 and 84 feet. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring with grill. 1 site has electric hookups. Fees range from $11.00 to $18.00. Some amenities include drinking water, restroom, ramada. Activities include boating, fishing, horseback riding, hiking trails, floating sports.
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