Cedar Pass Campground

Badlands National Park — hiking

Interior, SD4.3 (299)
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Surrounded by the vast, open prairie and featuring expansive views of the Badlands, Cedar Pass Campground is a great base camp from which to explore Badlands National Park. Featuring 96 sites, this seasonal campground is open from late March through mid-October, and is conveniently located within easy walking distance of Cedar Pass Lodge & Restaurant and the Ben Reifel Visitor Center. Ben Reifel Vistor Center Cedar Pass Lodge Minuteman National Historic Site Prairie Homestead Wall Drug Mount Rushmore (1 hour, 45 mins) Custer State Park (1 hour, 45 mins) An evening program led by park rangers is held nightly at the Cedar Pass Amphitheater.

Things to do nearby

Badlands National ParkCuster State Park

Best For

HikersFamiliesBackpackers

Site Types

TentRV

Amenities

Fire Rings
Picnic Tables
Camp Host
Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

Memorial Day through Labor Day

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Cedar Pass Campground cost per night?+
Cedar Pass Campground costs $37–$47 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Cedar Pass Campground open?+
Cedar Pass Campground is open Memorial Day through Labor Day. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Cedar Pass Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Cedar Pass Campground?+
Cedar Pass Campground can accommodate RVs up to 65 feet long.
How do I make reservations at Cedar Pass Campground?+
Cedar Pass Campground is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
How far is Cedar Pass Campground from the nearest town?+
Cedar Pass Campground is located in Interior, SD. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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