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.
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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