Freedom campingHidden gem

Buffalo Gap National Grassland dispersed camping

Wall, South Dakota

Free dispersed camping with Badlands views on public grassland.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book

Dispersed camping is allowed on designated roads on the grassland next to Badlands National Park. Spots such as Steer Pasture Overlook have big skies. Stay on marked roads and check the motor-vehicle-use map.

Good to know

  • Pack out all rubbish
  • Roads turn to gumbo in rain
  • Closing gates behind you matters
Open
All year, weather dependent
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs on a lead

The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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