Cedar Pass Campground
Closed — Closed for the season. Opens March 28, 2026 through October 21, 2026, weather dependent. Limited winter camping may be available; contact the concessionaire at (605) 433-5460 for details.
Red Flag Warning issued April 11 at 12:06PM MDT until April 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS THROUGH SUNDAY ACROSS PORTIONS OF NORTHEASTERN WYOMING AND WESTERN SOUTH DAKOTA... .Warm, dry, and breezy weather will support critical fire weather conditions over northeastern Wyoming and southwestern South Dakota this afternoon and again Sunday afternoon. In addition, isolated dry thunderstorms are possible late this afternoon and evening. While confidence in timing and occurrence is low, erratic wind gusts in excess of 50 MPH would be possible if a dry thunderstorm occurs. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 314 Northern Campbell, 315 Southern Campbell, 317 Weston County Plains, 320 Central Black Hills, 321 Southern Black Hills, 322 Fall River County Area, 324 Eastern Foot Hills, 325 Custer County Plains, 326 Pine Ridge Area, 329 West Central Plains and 332 Badlands Area. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds and low relative humidity will produce critical fire weather conditions.
About
Cedar Pass Campground serves as an ideal base camp for exploring Badlands National Park, featuring 96 level sites with spectacular views of the park's distinctive buttes and prairie landscape. Located within walking distance of both the Ben Reifel Visitor Center and Cedar Pass Lodge & Restaurant, the campground offers convenient access to park amenities and resources. The campground provides modern facilities during the main season including flush toilets, coin-operated hot showers, and potable water. Sites include shaded picnic tables, and electric hookups are available at select sites for an additional fee. A dump station is available for $1. Due to fire danger and prairie preservation, campfires are not permitted, but small portable propane grills and camp stoves may be used. Evening ranger programs are held nightly at the Cedar Pass Amphitheater from Memorial Day through Labor Day, beginning with educational talks followed by guided night sky viewing programs. The low population density and minimal light pollution create exceptional stargazing conditions. Four group campsites are available for organized groups of 6-25 people. Camping is limited to 14 consecutive days during the summer season.
Directions
From I-90 exit 131 (northeast entrance): Turn south onto Highway 240 (Badlands Loop Road) and travel 8 miles to Cedar Pass Lodge. Turn slight left onto Highway 377; campground is on the left. From I-90 exit 110 (Pinnacles entrance): Turn south onto Highway 240 and travel 30 miles, then turn right on Highway 377; campground is on the left. From Highway 44: Travel southeast to Interior, then continue northeast on Highway 377 for 2 miles to Cedar Pass Lodge.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $37 - $47 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 65ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (605) 433-5460 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov | |
| Reservations |
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