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Cedar Pass Campground

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Cedar Pass Campground

Located near the Ben Reifel Visitor Center, the Cedar Pass Campground has 96 level sites with scenic views of the badlands formations. This campground offers flush toilets and coin operated showers in the summertime.

This campgrounds is managed by Aramark, Badlands park concessionaire.

Published campsites

total Sites

96

group

4

horse

0

tent Only

82

electrical Hookups

10

rv Only

14

walk Boat To

0

other

0

Published camping fees

Tent

$37 · Campsites for tent camping for 2 persons are equipped with a shaded picnic table. Surrounded by spectacular views of the Badlands. All sites within short walk of pay showers and bathrooms. Near amphitheater for National Park Service evening programs during the summer. Easy access to Cedar Pass Lodge and Restaurant.

RV Sites (Nonelectric)

$37 · Cedar Pass Campground offers RV sites with electric only service. Septic dump available nearby for $1. All sites include shaded picnic table area. A 14-night limit applies during the summer. Electric only service. No water or sewer. Campground has pay showers, flush toilets and water nearby.

RV Sites (Electric)

$47 · Cedar Pass Campground offers RV sites with electric only service. Septic dump available nearby for $1. All sites include shaded picnic table area. A 14-night limit applies during the summer. Electric only service. No water or sewer. Campground has pay showers, flush toilets and water nearby.

Group Campsites

$40 · There are four "group" campsites that can be reserved in advance by calling(605) 433-5460. The cost is $3 per person with a minimum fee of $35. The campsites can accommodate 6-25 people accumulatively.

Amenities

trash Recycling Collection

Yes - year round

toilets

Flush Toilets - seasonal; Vault Toilets - year round

internet Connectivity

No

showers

Hot - Seasonal; Coin-Operated - Seasonal

cell Phone Reception

No

laundry

No

amphitheater

Yes - seasonal

dump Station

Yes - year round

camp Store

No

staff Or Volunteer Host Onsite

Yes - seasonal

potable Water

Yes - year round

ice Available For Sale

No

firewood For Sale

No

food Storage Lockers

No

Accessibility and facilities

wheelchair Access

The Cedar Pass Campground has two campsites that are fully accessible by wheelchair and one accessible site in the group loop. These sites are designated for wheelchair users, but are available on a first-come, first-served basis. They may not be available, if the campground is full. The campground has many level sites, which can be negotiated by wheelchair users. Restrooms and the automated fee machine are accessible.

internet Info

Cedar Pass Lodge has free wifi.

cell Phone Info

Cell phones may have service depending on what carrier you have. ATT and Verizon work best but are still spotty.

fire Stove Policy

The vast open prairies of the Badlands contain a variety of plants and animals. This variety and the relative openness make the Badlands a naturalist's paradise. In an effort to maintain the prairie grassland, fires are not allowed within Badlands National Park. You may use small, portable propane grills at your campsite for cooking.

rv Allowed

1

rv Info

The Cedar Pass Campground has two campsites that are fully accessible by wheelchair and one accessible site in the group loop. These sites are designated for wheelchair users, but are available on a first-come, first-served basis. They may not be available, if the campground is full. The campground has many level sites, which can be negotiated by wheelchair users. Restrooms and the automated fee machine are accessible.

ada Info

The Cedar Pass Campground has two campsites that are fully accessible by wheelchair and one accessible site in the group loop. These sites are designated for wheelchair users, but are available on a first-come, first-served basis. They may not be available, if the campground is full. The campground has many level sites, which can be negotiated by wheelchair users. Restrooms and the automated fee machine are accessible.

trailer Allowed

1

access Roads

Paved Roads - All vehicles OK

classifications

Limited Development Campground