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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): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

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): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

    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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    Aladdin, WY, WY★ 4 (0 reviews)From $18/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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

    RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

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    Cell signal

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

    FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

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

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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 none. 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.
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    $18 /night★ 4 (0)
    SeasonMay through October
    Check-in2:00 PM
    Check-out12:00 PM
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    Nearby Campgrounds

    Cook Lake Rec Area

    Hill City, WY

    From $28/night

    Sundance

    Hill City, WY

    From $18/night

    Reuter Campground

    Sundance, WY

    From $22/night

    Timon Campground

    Spearfish, SD

    From $24/night

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