About Cedar Pass Campground
Number of accommodations: 83
Campground Amenities
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Pet Friendly -
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Dump Station
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (280)
What Guests Are Saying
Cedar Pass Campground offers a basic yet well-maintained camping experience in the heart of Badlands National Park, with convenient access to trails and stunning views. Facilities include electric hookups, clean restrooms, and coin-operated showers, although hot water availability can be inconsistent. Visitors appreciate the friendly staff, tranquil atmosphere, and exceptional stargazing opportunities, making it a memorable choice for camping enthusiasts.
What Guests Are Saying
Cedar Pass Campground offers a basic yet well-maintained camping experience in the heart of Badlands National Park, with convenient access to trails and stunning views. Facilities include electric hookups, clean restrooms, and coin-operated showers, although hot water availability can be inconsistent. Visitors appreciate the friendly staff, tranquil atmosphere, and exceptional stargazing opportunities, making it a memorable choice for camping enthusiasts.
Review Summary
Juli S
VerifiedJuly 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 33, Loop: Agate
The campsite was well marked and clean. The main bathroom was also clean although a side bathroom was not so much. It was unclear if the water available was drinkable. The drinking fountains did not work. The evening was quiet after dark.
Joseph H
VerifiedJuly 31, 2025 • Stayed at: 86, Loop: Butte
Great rangers and great campsites
bryan p
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 80, Loop: Butte
will not return
poor campground for summer
bad design
bryan p
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 90, Loop: Butte
july very hot, no shade
one way road puts your camper door on road side for 1/2 the sites
site is nothing more that a wide spot on the campground road
no room to put your awning out
would not return
Solveig C
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 1, Loop: Agate
Facilities are clean and functional, just dated. The bathrooms can get a bit warm on a warm day. Showering out in this environment is a miracle. Sites are close. We had a site 1 which was nice because it was a bit more removed. All non-electric camping but water is easy and close. Beautiful area, 4th stay at this campsite. Would definitely stay again. Always very windy.
Belinda H
VerifiedJuly 29, 2025 • Stayed at: 36, Loop: Agate
No mobile phone signal, but free unsecured wifi was available via the Restaurant nearby. Toilets weren’t particularly clean by the morning, but really that is a reflection on the other campers using the facilities. Ranger presentation was brilliant, and she made the science elements fun and informative.
Todd B
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: Agate
Campsite was nice, area was clean. There was a shelter over picnic table. No problem with electric hookup. Dump station was on road heading out of camp area. Amphitheater was walking distance and there was an evening event.
Kathryn K
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 63, Loop: Butte
I absolutely love the Badlands and it's such a treat to be able to camp in the middle of them! Cedar Pass is the only place I'll stay as I've always had an excellent experience with the camp sites, cabins, staff interactions, and more. One of my favorite places on earth! Thanks for making the badlands so accessible!
Janusz W
VerifiedJuly 28, 2025 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: Agate
Very positive experience
Notch Trail
Big Badlands Overlook for sunrise
Pinnacle Overlook for sunset
Anjelica A
VerifiedJuly 25, 2025 • Stayed at: 94, Loop: Butte
Great spot to stay, love the views and other campers were wonderful!
Location Cedar Pass Campground
Address:
20681 South Dakota Highway 240
Interior, SD, 57750
United States
From Sioux Falls:
Travel west on I-90 to exit 131. Turn south onto Hwy 240, the Badlands Loop Road and enter Badlands National Park at the Northeast entrance. Travel 8 miles (13 km) to Cedar Pass Lodge, making a slight left onto Hwy 377. Cedar Pass Campground will be on your left.
From Rapid City:
Travel east on I-90 to exit 110. From exit 110, turn south onto Hwy 240, the Badlands Loop Road and enter Badlands National Park at the Pinnacles entrance. Travel 30 miles (48 km). Turn right on Hwy 377. Cedar Pass Campground will be on your left.
From Rapid City: (alternate route)
Travel east on I-90 to exit 131. Turn south onto Hwy 240, the Badlands Loop Road and enter Badlands National Park at the Northeast entrance. Travel 8 miles (13 km) to Cedar Pass Lodge, making a slight left onto Hwy 377. Cedar Pass Campground will be on your left.
Scenic Highway 44:
Travel southeast on Hwy 44 to the town of Interior and continue northeast on Hwy 377 two miles (3 km) to Cedar Pass Lodge
Latitude & Longitude: 43.745 / -101.948
Elevation: 736 feet
Policies & Rules
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| General |
The campground entrance kiosk is open from 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm - 6:00 am. Generators are not permitted to run during these hours.Check-in begins at 1:00 p.m. Check-out is 11:00 a.m. RV sites allow for one RV (tow included) per site. In an effort to maintain the prairie grassland, campfires are not permitted within Badlands National Park. However, you may use small, portable propane grills at your campsite for cooking.Cedar Pass Campground is pet-friendly. However, all pets must remain on leash at all times in Cedar Pass Campground and Badlands National Park.Wildlife activity is prevalent in the park. Please familiarize yourself with wildlife safety and proper food storage. Store all human and pet food in a closed hard-sided container or enclosed vehicle when not in use. Store or dispose of food scraps, cooking utensils, and garbage so that they are inaccessible to wildlife.A complimentary dump station is available in the Group Loop.Please note that Badlands National Park is prone to sudden heavy winds and storms. Prepare your campsite and secure your belongings accordingly. |
