4.4533 reviewsPrice
$15 - $25/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
35 campsites
Season
Seasonal (Little Mis...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Pets Allowed
Price
$15 - $25/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
35 campsites
Season
Seasonal (Little Mis...
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Pets Allowed
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48.1314, -103.2376
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Learn more about alerts →Horse campers or hikers who want genuine Badlands solitude on a budget. Weekday visits in summer hit the sweet spot before weekend crowds arrive, sites run $15-25, and the corrals plus trail network are hard to match in this region. Book 95 days out.
Mud is a real problem on grassy sites when wind and rain arrive, and visible oil drilling operations interrupt the scenery on multiple sightlines. Remote workers and amenity-focused campers will find the primitive setup and limited facilities frustrating.
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Rated higher than 72% of graded campgrounds
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Summer brings the warmest and most reliable camping conditions, with daytime highs typically in the mid-70s to low-90s °F and cool nights dropping into the 50s and 60s. Mosquitoes are common during this season, and severe thunderstorms or high winds can roll through. Tornado season peaks in late spring to early summer. Weekend crowds are moderate in summer, but weekdays and shoulder season stay quieter.
Fall likely offers mild temps and strong scenery; park is seasonally open through warmer months.
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State parks reservations can be made online or by calling 800-807-4723. Campsites can be booked 95 days in advance. Check-in is at 4:00 pm and checkout is at 3:00 pm. Pets are welcome but must stay on a leash. For park- or site-specific amenities (water, toilets, showers, dump stations, hookups, etc.), consult the park’s Destination Finder or reservation listing.
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