US lakes & pondsUS lakes & pondsCampground · National park in Custer County, South Dakota.
| Managed by | National Park Service (Wind Cave National Park) |
|---|---|
| Campsites | 65 |
| Site types | 30 rv no electric, 19 standard, no electric, 14 tent only no electric, 1 group tent only area no electric, 1 group shelter no electric |
| RV hookups | Electric hookups at 45 sites |
| Longest RV/trailer site | 36 ft |
| RVs welcome | Yes |
| Tent sites | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump station | No |
| Drinking water | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Dogs allowed | Yes |
| Fee | Yes |
| Phone | (605) 745-4600 |
| Website | www.nps.gov/wica/planyourvisit/campgrounds.htm |
| Address | 26611 US-385 , Hot Springs , SD, 57747 |
| Reservations | Recreation.gov |
We only list amenities a source records. A missing item doesn't mean the campground lacks it, so check with Elk Mountain Campground before you go.
Elk Mountain Campground, straddles the edge of a ponderosa pine forest and open prairie, offering unique opportunities to view the diverse flora and fauna of the southern Black Hills. These campsites are available in both forested and open environments. Campsites may be reserved all year through Recreation.gov. Reservations may be made 6 months in advance of your stay and same day reservations are available. NOTE: This is a cashless campground. Only credit cards will be accepted through Recreation.gov or the Recreation.gov mobile app.
Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.
Lakes and ponds on LakeRipple within 10 miles, closest first (straight-line distance to the shoreline). Each page has boat launches, beaches, fishing and today's weather.
Elk Mountain Campground is in Custer County.
Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.