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General Campground Information

Road Closure

When making your way to us, please keep updated on the closure of 385 between 3 forks and Deadwood.

Pet Policy

Pets are welcome if they are well-behaved. You will be asked to show vaccination records upon arrival. No aggressive dogs will be allowed. Anyone with an aggressive dog will be asked to leave.

Online Reservations

While making a reservation online, please only make one in your name. If you have other people coming with you, they need to make a reservation in their name to speed up the check-in process.

Cancellation Policy

RV and tent sites will require a 7 day cancellation, and cabins require a 14-day notice to get a refund on your reservation. This is a policy implemented by all KOAs. There is a $20 cancellation fee.

Campfires

We have fire pits for all sites. Firewood must be purchased in South Dakota. We have bundles of wood at the camp store for your convenience. Campfires are part of camping, but they can be dangerous. Please put all fires out before retiring for the evening.

Trash Disposal

We work very hard to keep our campground impeccably clean.  Please do your part by keeping your site clean and orderly.  We have several trash cans and dumpsters located throughout the campground.

Smoking

We pride ourselves on being a safe and healthy place to vacation. Smoking is not permitted in any building, pavilion, cabin, lodge, store or any other building on the property, including bathrooms. Smoking is only permitted on your site or in open areas where others are not affected.

Tent Sites

For the preservation of our tent sites, vehicles or anything with wheels are not permitted on the TENT PAD. Vehicles may park alongside the tent pad.

Site Occupancy Policy

Each RV site is designed for a maximum of 1 recreational vehicle and 1 towing/towed vehicle. Tents are not allowed on RV sites.
Tent sites may have 1 tent per site and must stay within the tent pad boundaries.

Quiet Hours

Quiet hours are 10:00 PM to 7:30 AM.  Please be considerate of your neighbors.

Laundry Room

Laundry Room
  • Located at the Office/Store at the front of the campground
  • Coin Operated - Quarters sold in the camp store
  • Open 24/7
  • No key or code needed

Visitor Policy

Daytime Visitors are welcome but must check in at the office.  Overnight visitors must come to the office so they can pay a nightly fee.  Everyone must abide by all rules.

Firewood Policy

Campfires are permitted in designated areas. Only firewood bought in South Dakota is allowed to be burned. This is a South Dakota Law.

Select a Site

We now offer Select A Site.  For a one-time charge of $20.00 you can select the site you want, if it is available, and lock it in.  You do this while making your reservation online.

Check-in and Check-out Times

Check-in time for RV and tent sites is 1:00 PM. Check-in time for cabins is 2:00 PM. Check-out time for all areas is 11:00 AM.

Pool Hours and Dates of Operation

Pool Hours - Open 8 AM to 7:30 PM
Dates of operation: Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Bathhouse/Restrooms

We have two bathhouses on site. Both are open 24/7.

After Hours Check-in

Enjoy your travels and attractions, don't rush in on our account.  For your convenience, we have a late registration box.  Your site map, vehicle tag, and instructions for your site will be posted in the night registration box (Yellow box) by the front office door. Register and pay in the morning, if you arrive after office hours.

Store Hours

From May 1 to May 22 the store hours will be 7:30 AM-6:00 PM.
From June 1st to Sept. 2 the store hours are 7:30 AM-8:00 PM.
From Sept. 2 till close, store hours will be 7:30 AM-6:00 PM.

Meet Your Hosts

Time to enjoy life!

Tim and Wendy are the friendly faces behind the Hill City/Needles Highway KOA, bringing a genuine love for the Black Hills and a passion for great hospitality to every guest who rolls in. They're dedicated to creating a clean, welcoming, adventure-ready campground where families, road-trippers, and outdoor enthusiasts feel right at home. Whether they're helping you plan the perfect day in the Hills, sharing local tips, or making sure your stay is smooth and memorable, Tim and Wendy are here to make your Black Hills experience unforgettable.