Tents
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












