Lake Park Campground and Cabins

Tents

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Shaded tent sites under mature trees—just 30 minutes from Mt. Rushmore. Level 14×14 pads with 10-amp power, Wi-Fi, showers, and restrooms nearby. Enjoy fishing, playgrounds, and paved bike paths along Rapid Creek. Pet-friendly (daily fee). No fire pits.

Tent Site

  • Level 14×14 sandy pad surrounded by grass
  • Fully shaded under mature trees
  • 10-amp electric service (no sewer)
  • Picnic table at every site
  • Close to clean 24-hour restrooms and hot showers
  • Outdoor hot/cold sinks for dishwashing
  • One vehicle per site (additional vehicles by approval)
  • Pet-friendly (daily fee applies)
  • No wood fires (gas okay)

Amenities & Features

  • Excellent Wi-Fi throughout the park
  • Strong mobile/cell coverage
  • Excellent TV reception
  • Free, clean 24-hour hot showers
  • Restrooms cleaned and maintained regularly
  • On-site coin laundry
  • On-site playground and horseshoe pits
  • Access to potable water
  • Friendly staff with local Black Hills knowledge
  • Mature shade trees across the campground
  • Mosquitoes are rarely seen
  • Quiet, peaceful, family-run atmosphere

Recreation & Park Access

  • 8-mile paved bike/walk path along Rapid Creek
  • Access to City Park playgrounds, picnic shelters
  • Paddle boat rentals on the lake
  • Fishing on the lake and along the creek
  • Two dog parks within walking distance
  • Kids can splash/wade in the clean shallow creek areas
  • Bike rentals available at the office
  • Easy access to tennis courts, golf courses, racquetball courts, and swim centers

Nearby Attractions (Within 2–3 Miles)

  • Storybook Island – free, life-size storybook characters and play areas
  • Dinosaur Park – full-size dinosaurs overlooking Rapid City
  • Downtown Rapid City – shopping, dining, coffee shops, breweries
  • Seasonal Summer Nights street concerts
  • Farmers Market
  • Journey Museum and Museum of Geology (free or low-cost)
  • Fountains/splash pads at Main Street Square
  • Movie theaters
  • M Hill and Skyline dirt/bike trail system
  • Main Street Square and downtown events

Regional Black Hills Highlights

  • Mt. Rushmore – about 30 minutes
  • Custer State Park – about 30 minutes
  • Spearfish Canyon – about 30–40 minutes
  • Badlands National Park – about 1 hour
  • Crazy Horse Memorial – about 35 minutes
  • Needles Highway – about 35 minutes

  • Shaded tent pads with level surfaces
  • 10-amp electric service
  • Clean 24-hour showers and restrooms
  • Excellent Wi-Fi, cell, and TV reception
  • Laundry and outdoor sinks on-site
  • Access to lake, creek, trails, and playgrounds
  • Walk to dog parks and nearby city park
  • Close to downtown Rapid City and unique family attractions
  • Peaceful, family-run campground and a great central base for the Black Hills