Inside the Park

Camping is available inside Badlands National Park at the Cedar Pass Campground and the Sage Creek Primitive Campground, on a first-come, first-served basis. Both are suitable for tents and small RVs, and offer scenic views but little shade. Campfires are not permitted. Cedar Pass Campground, with 96 sites, is just off the Loop Road and has an amphitheater and the Night Sky Interpretive Area. Sage Creek Primitive Campground is at the end of Sage Creek Rim Road, a gravel road that begins at the point where the park's Loop Road turns toward the Pinnacles Entrance. Impassable roads may limit access in winter. Up to 15 camping "units" can be accommodated.

Backcountry camping is also permitted.

Near the Park

Badlands Ranch and Resort is much more than a campground. Here, you'll find a barbecue area with gas grills, pool, whirlpool, playground, good fishing, rock hunting, and trail rides.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.