Bearlodge Campground

Black Hills National Forest — lakeside

Location: Aladdin, WY, WY

Price: From $18 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (0 reviews)

Season: May through October

The Bearlodge Campground is situated in a forested area adjacent to Wyoming Highway 24, offering easy access for those seeking relaxation on the Black Hills National Forest in Wyoming. This campground accommodates tents, trailers, and small RVS. Devils Tower National Monument and the Historic town of Aladdin are just a short drive away from this campground.Bearlodge Campground has sites available to accommodate tents, trailers, and small RVs, each site is equipped with a picnic table and a fire

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): weak signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: AT&T.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Electric Hookups

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/bearlodge-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Bearlodge Campground is situated in a forested area of Black Hills National Forest with easy access via Wyoming Highway 24, offering a relaxing setting near Devils Tower National Monument and the historic town of Aladdin.

Wildlife alert: White-tailed Deer, Moose, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Wild Turkey, Black-headed Grosbeak, and Merriam's Turkey have been documented in the area.

Insider tips for Bearlodge Campground: Book early as this is a federal campground with only 8 sites Bring a self-contained RV as most sites have no hookups despite electric hookup availability Located 7 miles west of Aladdin on Wyoming State Highway 24

Skip Bearlodge Campground if: You need full RV hookups—most sites have none. You're planning to visit November through April—seasonal closure. You prefer larger campgrounds—only 8 sites available.

Best time to visit Bearlodge Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally from May through October only..

Nearby campgrounds: Cook Lake Rec Area (Hill City, WY), Sundance (Hill City, WY), Reuter Campground (Sundance, WY), Timon Campground (Spearfish, SD).

Cell Phone Coverage at Bearlodge Campground

Cell signal at Bearlodge Campground (Aladdin, WY): weak overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: AT&T.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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Bearlodge Campground

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The Bearlodge Campground is situated in a forested area adjacent to Wyoming Highway 24, offering easy access for those seeking relaxation on the Black Hills National Forest in Wyoming. This campground accommodates tents, trailers, and small RVS. Devils Tower National Monument and the Historic town of Aladdin are just a short drive away from this campground.Bearlodge Campground has sites available to accommodate tents, trailers, and small RVs, each site is equipped with a picnic table and a fire ring.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV50 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
ADA sites1 sites
Pull-throughsAvailable
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsElectric Hookups
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need full RV hookups—most sites have none✕ You're planning to visit November through April—seasonal closure✕ You prefer larger campgrounds—only 8 sites available

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early as this is a federal campground with only 8 sites

Bring a self-contained RV as most sites have no hookups despite electric hookup availability

Located 7 miles west of Aladdin on Wyoming State Highway 24

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally from May through October only.

Things to do nearby

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Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 100%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: AT&T.

Wildlife nearby

iNaturalist · research-grade · 8 km
Alert: White-tailed Deer, Moose, Red-breasted Nuthatch, Wild Turkey, Black-headed Grosbeak, and Merriam's Turkey have been documented in the area.

Location

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Getting there →

Bearlodge Campground is about 7 miles west of Aladdin, Wyoming, along Wyoming State Highway 24

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Black Hills National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Black Hills National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
  • Bear country — store all food in bear boxes or locked vehicle at all times.

Frequently asked questions

RIDB facts + intel · FAQPage schema, speakable
How much does Bearlodge Campground cost per night?+
Bearlodge Campground costs $18 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Bearlodge Campground open?+
Bearlodge Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Bearlodge Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Bearlodge Campground?+
Bearlodge Campground can accommodate RVs up to 50 feet.
How do I make reservations at Bearlodge Campground?+
Bearlodge Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Bearlodge Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Bearlodge Campground is rated weak. Best carrier: AT&T. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Bearlodge Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Bearlodge Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
●Data sources on this page
Recreation.gov — Live site availability — updated every 30 min
recreation.gov · RIDB API
National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
api.weather.gov · open-meteo.com
Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
airquality.googleapis.com
iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
api.inaturalist.org
Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
api.sunrise-sunset.org
Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
maps.googleapis.com
RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
ridb.recreation.gov · /facilities /campsites /activities /links /recareas

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$18 /night★ 4 (0)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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