Grizzly Creek Primitive
Closed — Closed for the season. Typically operates from late May through early September. Reservations available through Recreation.gov.
Red Flag Warning issued April 13 at 2:29AM MDT until April 13 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
...CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS THROUGH THIS EVENING ACROSS PORTIONS OF NORTHEASTERN WYOMING AND WESTERN SOUTH DAKOTA... .Warm, very dry, and windy weather will support critical fire weather conditions over portions of northeastern Wyoming and western South Dakota through this evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 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...West 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 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
This campground lies beneath a canopy of oak and Ponderosa pine on the banks of Grizzly Creek and has retained much of its original Civilian Conservation Corps character. A historic CCC-built pavilion remains available for camper use. Located on the scenic Iron Mountain Road between Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Custer State Park, the campground sits within the Norbeck Wildlife Preserve near the Black Elk Wilderness. From nearby trailheads, visitors can access the Centennial Trail and explore the Black Elk Wilderness and Norbeck Wildlife Preserve. The area offers hiking, fishing, and mountain biking opportunities. A day-long trek to Black Elk Peak, the highest natural point in the United States east of the Rocky Mountains, rewards hikers with expansive views from its bare granite summit and historic Harney Lookout Tower. Due to tight, sharp turns on Iron Mountain Road, towing vehicles is prohibited. Only vehicles up to 24 feet maximum are allowed. The campground features picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water. No electrical hookups are available. Wildlife abounds in the area, including bighorn sheep, elk, deer, and numerous bird species.
Directions
From Keystone, South Dakota, take Route 16A west 1.9 miles to campground on the right.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $26 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 24ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (605) 673-9200 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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