RV rental Badlands National Park, SD: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
RV rental Badlands National Park, SD: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more
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Badlands National Park may have a name that’s intimidating to some, but its uniqueness attracts RV campers from all over the world. Badlands, located about one hour east of Rapid City, is perhaps best known for its geological features, particularly its fossil beds. The park is also home to herds of bison, black-footed ferrets, and endless prairies only broken by jagged sandstone pinnacles. At one point, as the fossils show, it was also home to rhinos and saber-tooth tigers.
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Getting Outdoors
Badlands National Park has two visitors’ centers with educational films and exhibits, information desks, a bookstore, and more. Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of wild backcountry to explore. You can stroll along boardwalks through the prairie, hike to breathtaking viewpoints, and explore more challenging hikes that take you right up to the park’s unique formations.
Camping at Badlands National Park
Visitors can go RV camping in Badlands National Park year-round. The weather is unpredictable, however, and temperatures make wild swings throughout the year, from -40F to well over 100F. The campgrounds are open, with no protection from the elements, but covered picnic tables are provided at each site. Pets on a leash six feet or shorter are allowed in the campgrounds. Be sure to keep an eye on them at all times. Another important note about camping in Badlands National Park is that fires are prohibited. The prairie grass can get extremely dry and is a fire hazard.
Exploring the Area
Other than the facilities already mentioned, there are no other facilities within Badlands National Park. This means that if you’re renting an RV for camping at Badlands, you’ll have to purchase your motorhome camping supplies and fill up with gas before entering the park. There are plenty of truck stops along Interstate 90, just north of the park. You'll find more on your search for an RV rental in Pennington County.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Fossil Exhibit Trail, SDBadlands National Park, SD
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- Arrow Campground, SDPennington County, SD
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Recent RV rental reviews in Badlands National Park
Dominic .
July, 2025
Great trip to Glacier, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. No issues. Renee was very helpful. Would recommend
Erin G.
July, 2025
Jason & Jen went above and beyond, we had some issues with the generator and propane at the beginning of the trip. Same day issues were reported, they had it completely fixed by EOD. On a holiday weekend. Minor mishaps can happen and they made sure i had a good experience. The bed is super comfy.
David P.
July, 2025
We had a very nice trip to Wind Cave NP, Custer State Park and Mount Rushmore. The RV drove very well and the support from Mickey was good.
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