Elk Mountain Campground

    Hot Springs, South Dakota
    NPS · Wind Cave National Park
    $$
    All Year
    64 Sites

    Elk Mountain Campground is a campground in Hot Springs, South Dakota. It has 64 sites and is listed as open all year. The nearest trail in our directory is Custer State Park Needles, 14 miles away in a straight line.

    About Elk Mountain Campground

    Elk Mountain Campground is a campground in Hot Springs, South Dakota. The address on file is 26611 Hwy 385, Hot Springs, South Dakota 57747. It has 64 campsites. It is listed as open all year. Its listed price tier is $$ on a scale of $ to $$$. We do not have current nightly rates. The phone number on file is 605.745.4600. The official website is nps.gov.

    Nearby trails and campgrounds

    The closest trails in our directory are Custer State Park Needles (moderate, 14 miles) and Black Hills National Forest (easy, 38 miles), measured in a straight line. Other campgrounds nearby: Bison Range Campground (15 miles) and Ponderosa Peak Campground (15 miles). Straight-line distances are measured from the coordinates on file, so check a map for the drive.

    Frequently asked questions

    Where is Elk Mountain Campground?

    Elk Mountain Campground is a campground in Hot Springs, South Dakota. The address on file is 26611 Hwy 385, Hot Springs, South Dakota 57747.

    How many campsites does Elk Mountain Campground have?

    Elk Mountain Campground has 64 campsites in our listing.

    Is Elk Mountain Campground open all year?

    Yes. Elk Mountain Campground is listed as open all year.

    What is the phone number for Elk Mountain Campground?

    The phone number on file is 605.745.4600.

    What off-road trails are near Elk Mountain Campground?

    The closest trails in our directory are Custer State Park Needles (moderate, 14 miles) and Black Hills National Forest (easy, 38 miles). Distances are straight-line, so the drive is longer.

    About This Campground

    This 64-site campground is open year round. Sites can be reserved at www.recreation.gov. Two sites are handicap-accessible. Flush toilets and drinking water are available late May through September. Fees are half-price when water is not available. Payment is by credit or debit card only. Two group campsites are also available through www.recreation.gov.

    Amenities & Features

    Full Hookups (Electric/Water/Sewer): not confirmed, call ahead
    Electric & Water: not confirmed, call ahead
    Open Year-Round

    Location

    26611 Hwy 385

    Hot Springs, South Dakota 57747

    GPS Coordinates: 43.56547, -103.48823

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    Sites
    64
    Price tier
    $$
    Season
    All Year

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    • NPS campgrounds often open reservations 6 months in advance
    • Open year-round, winter sites may have limited amenities
    • Book early for weekend and holiday availability
    • Confirm pet policies and vehicle length limits before arriving

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