U.S. Forest Service · Black Hills National Forest · South Dakota

Bearlodge Campground

The Bearlodge Campground is situated in a forested area adjacent to Wyoming Highway 24, offering easy access for those seeking relaxation on the Black Hills National Forest in Wyoming. This campground accommodates tents, trailers, and small RVS. Devils Tower National Monument and the Historic town of Aladdin are just a short drive away from this campground.

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Site mix

Standard, no hookups8
Most sites here open on Recreation.gov six months ahead, at 10 a.m. Eastern. Sold out is not final: cancellations come back into the pool, most of them two to three days out. How to catch one

Site guide

Will my RV fit

The longest site here provides 40 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.

Have the trailer VIN? It carries the trailer length.

8 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.

SiteEntryFits, ftSurfaceShadeWater / sewerPeople / vehiclesFiresAccessible
1Back-in30GravelPartialNo / No6 / –Yes
2Back-in40GravelPartialNo / No6 / –Yes
3GravelPartialNo / No6 / –YesYes
4Back-inGravelPartialNo / No6 / –Yes
5Back-inGravelPartialNo / No6 / –Yes
6Pull-throughGravelPartialNo / No6 / –Yes
7Back-inGravelPartialNo / No6 / –Yes
8Back-inGravelPartialNo / No6 / –Yes

Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Amenities & rules

HookupsNone
Max vehicle length50 ft
EquipmentRVs & trailers, Tents
PetsAllowed
CampfiresAllowed, subject to restrictions
AccessibilitySite 3 is listed accessible

Bearlodge Campground has sites available to accommodate tents, trailers, and small RVs, each site is equipped with a picnic table and a fire ring. There is a vault toilet and trash receptacles available in the center of the campground. Electrical hook-ups and water are not available.

Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Weather by month

NOAA climate normals →
Weather by month near Bearlodge Campground10°20°30°40°50°60°70°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanuary: 19.7°F averageFebruary: 20.7°F averageMarch: 28.3°F averageApril: 36.1°F averageMay: 45.1°F averageJune: 55.1°F averageJuly: 61.7°F averageAugust: 59.5°F averageSeptember: 51.3°F averageOctober: 38.8°F averageNovember: 28.2°F averageDecember: 21.3°F averageTemp °F
The line is the average temperature at Rochford 2 WNW, 5 miles from the recreation area point at 5,450 feet, station USC00397227 in the NOAA monthly climate normals for 1991 to 2020.

Getting there

Bearlodge Campground is about 7 miles west of Aladdin, Wyoming, along Wyoming State Highway 24

AreaRecreation.gov lists no exact point for this campground. The recreation area is at 44.06° N, 103.74° W. Call the office before you drive.

Good to know

  • Please note, there is a $5 day use fee at Cook Lake.

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Video

Video of Bearlodge Campground, WY from Jesse R.

Natural features

Located in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming, Black Hills National Forest encompasses nearly 1.25 million acres of rugged rock formations, canyons and gulches, open grassland parks, tumbling streams, deep blue lakes, and unique caves. Derived from the Lakota language, the words "Paha Sapa," meaning "hills that are black," honor the dark, pine-covered hills rising several thousand feet above the surrounding prairie. Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate mountainous terrain, while elk, deer and pronghorn gather in forests and prairies. Bald eagles, hawks, osprey, peregrine falcon, and hundreds of other bird species can be found in the forest, especially along streams, lakes and rivers.

Recreation

The Black Hills National Forest offers accessible recreation for all ages. Visitors can take advantage of opportunities for hiking, fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on moderate terrain. Cook Lake Recreation Area, just a 25-minute drive away, has ample opportunity for hiking, picnicking, and water activities. Nearly 55-miles of non-motorized trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding can be accessed just outside of the town of Sundance and 70 miles of motorized trails for 55-inch OHV use can be found throughout the Bearlodge.

Nearby

The historic town of Aladdin, Wyoming is about 7 miles to the east on State Highway 24. Devil's Tower National Monument is located about 25 miles to the West of Bearlodge Campground on State Highway 24.

Guidebooks for South Dakota and camping across the country

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Reference

Questions people ask

Do I need a reservation at Bearlodge Campground?

Sites at Bearlodge Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What time is check-in at Bearlodge Campground?

Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.

Source: Recreation.gov

How many sites does Bearlodge Campground have?

8 sites, including 8 standard sites without power.

Source: Recreation.gov

Will my RV fit at Bearlodge Campground?

The longest site here provides 50 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.

Source: Will my RV fit

Are pets allowed at Bearlodge Campground?

Yes, pets are allowed at Bearlodge Campground. Leash rules apply.

Source: Recreation.gov

Can I have a campfire at Bearlodge Campground?

Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.

Source: Recreation.gov

Are there accessible sites at Bearlodge Campground?

Site 3 is listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.

Source: Recreation.gov

What is there to do at Bearlodge Campground?

The Black Hills National Forest offers accessible recreation for all ages. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.

Source: Recreation