About Cedar Pass Campground
Number of accommodations: 83
Campground Amenities
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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
Richard M
VerifiedJuly 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 27, Loop: Agate
Beautiful site
Evening presentation was excellent
Ryan C
VerifiedJuly 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 84, Loop: Butte
The camping spot is in a great location within the park, we had a decent distance between us and other campers. a lot of it is hilly so finding a flat spot fo the tent was a little tricky. the restrooms were older but fine.
Julie E
VerifiedJuly 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: Agate
No trees for shade
Heidi K
VerifiedJuly 10, 2025 • Stayed at: 5, Loop: Agate
The campground was generally good. However the toilets near the showers didn’t always flush because of low water pressure and the women’s side didn’t have soap. So I walked the extra distance to the other building.
Lee M
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: Agate
Great area.
Rebecca H
VerifiedJuly 9, 2025 • Stayed at: 3, Loop: Agate
The area of the campground is beautiful. Most of the sites are very nice however a few are too close together especially if someone is running a generator. I would give a higher rating if the bathrooms were updated. They are old, run down, and toilets/sinks don’t always seem to work as they should.
Pippa F
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 62, Loop: Butte
Beautiful location with camping under starry dark skies and great ranger programs on site.
We covered most of the trails near the campground with great advice from the visitor center. Drove to the north side for wildlife spotting including the fabulous burrowing owl. Amazing park, highly recommend.
Nick E
VerifiedJuly 8, 2025 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: Agate
The only thing I didn't like about the campground was if you're parked on the left side of the road the stairs for your camper go into the middle of the road.
Bonnie M
VerifiedJuly 7, 2025 • Stayed at: Group Loop 4, Loop: Group
Good site with plenty of room. We love the idea that there are no campfires. It is nice to smell the fresh South Dakota sage sented air. We wish more parks would embrace the concept of smoke free camping!
NICK L
VerifiedJuly 7, 2025 • Stayed at: 58, Loop: Butte
We had a great time in the Bad Lands!
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. |
