In the heart of the Badlands you'll find Buffalo Ridge Camp resort where you can go from rustic tent camping, teepee camping, cabins, trailers and the ultimate in glamping camping with the ultimate in RV's. This trip was a boys trip and getting back to basics. We tent camped and occupied campsite #1 that offered the shade of a lone needled tree and a fire pit. The site was clean and well manicured with a good distance away from other campers. Two pools, one for adults, the other children and a hot tub. Ten shower/restrooms that have laundry and a station outside for washing dishes. Overall a very nice campground. My only critique is a little more attention to the restrooms as the garbage was often overflowing. I truly appreciate when a business responds to a review/critique and takes steps measures to make things better. For that, I'm adding a star . read more

Oh my goodness!! This resort is amazing. All the facilities are spotless and the staff is great. Would Highly recommend this spot to camp and enjoy the outdoors. read more

Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort - Campgrounds Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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We arrived in the afternoon in an RV with our grandchildren. The pool was great. The TP was clean even though it was close to the road and we could hear some traffic. The fire pit was great and we had dinner outside on the picnic table. We loved the location. It was easy to get to. The check-in staff was awesome. We washed laundry and the washer and dryers were in great working order. They had a fabulous playground for the kids. read more

Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort - Front entrance at night - Campgrounds Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

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Nice park. Landscaping kept up nicely. Most sites have decent room. Ridicules that you can't select your site when making a reservation far in advance. Laundry just ok. Still have quarter machines but they don't put changers in laundry rooms causing you to go all the way into the office, seems real silly. read more

Beautiful and CLEAN resort! Our glamping tent was so comfortable - it included electricity and a fridge! It was fun to explore on our trip then return to jump in the pool and relax in the hot tub. Showers are individual and private - again very clean. Cherry on top- order food and drink poolside & clubhouse sold ice and other necessities! We felt completely taken care of! 10/10 read more

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First off the place has undeniably great views. We had our two pups with us so we walked the property a few times. It's only 20 min from all the key stuff to see in the area The cabin was super cute. The bed was extremely comfy and one morning I woke to 3 deer eating breakfast outside our bedroom window which was a great way to start the day. The bathroom and tub were perfect size. My husband made use of the kitchenette are and the fire pit. We traveled with a pizza stone and we were able to make pizzas over the fire pit. The staff was very nice and brought us a grate because our fire pit didn't already have one. We didn't use the pool but it was open until 10 for adults so you can swim under the stairs. Lastly we did some shopping at the store and the stuff is a bit pricy but super cute. read more

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We stayed two nights in one of the teepees. Should have stayed more, we loved it so much! There was a queen and a twin bed. Linens and fire pit were provided. There was a small dresser, lamps and one electric outlet. There are many options for bathrooms and laundry. All close by. Other reviews mentioned it was loud due to the highway close but we didn't find that to be the case. It was very peaceful. The teepees are next to the store, where you can get free, coffee, hot chocolate, tea and popcorn. Everyone in the store was very nice and provided a lot of information on sores in the area. The pools were spotless and had a great view. This was the nicest campground we have ever stayed at. Great job to all! read more

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Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort in Custer, SD is a great campground with choices for all kinds of travel. RV, cabins, glamming tents, and tee pees. We stayed in a tee pee for the experience. Unfortunately the weather turned out much colder than expected after a lot of rain this week. Even with a small floor heater it got down to 49 degrees in the tee pee. We brought extra blankets and enjoyed the experience. It was clean and comfortable. The bath house is clean and close. They have a huge playground, two pools, and a hot tub. read more

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Clean, large spaces. Well maintained grounds. Great location right in Custer yet doesn't feel that way. Close to everything. Nice staff. Only ask is for more affordable rates. Almost $100 per night is high. read more

We looked into a variety of accommodations for our recent stay in Custer and I couldn't be more thrilled that we chose Buffalo Ridge! We stayed in a luxury cabin but they have lots of other options at a variety of price points. We were there before high season started and were lucky to get to peek at the canvas platform tents, teepees and new treehouses! They all look so cute and cozy! Beds were very comfortable and our cabin was super clean. It was too chilly to use the pool but it looked very inviting. Since we weren't cooking our meals, we didn't take advantage of those types of items in the general store but did buy some really cute jewelry! The staff was friendly and helpful. They definitely wanted to make sure our visit was amazing! I have already recommended to friends and family. read more

Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort - Rainbow over Buffalo Ridge - Campgrounds Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

This place was great! It is a beautiful place, many different types of camping options. Staff was friendly, and helpful. Place was clean, great showers and laundry facilities, and we had a large deck out front of our spot. Would recommend this place. read more

We stayed in one of the tree houses. It was a fun experience. Very cute and private. Extremely clean campground.

Upon arrival to Buffalo Ridge Resort we learned that the jack on the camper had failed. Alex went above and beyond his job scope to help us figure out a temporary fix, he saved the day for us! The campground is great! Well located, very clean, shower rooms are wonderful, kids love the pool and the park. read more

The resort is a perfect central location for exploring Custer State Park and the Black Hills of South Dakota. Our family recently stayed in a luxury wedge cabin. These cabins sit at the back of the property so they feel more secluded than the RV and tenting spots. The cabin was new and was outfitted with comfortable furnishings and linens. We enjoyed the fire pit, the outdoor patio, and having our own bathroom. The property is well maintained and our kids loved the playground and riding their bikes all around. There is a pool being completed now which looks like it will be the perfect addition to the property. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. The store has essentials including firewood and ice with also other items for purchase. We definitely plan on returning. read more

The resort is absolutely PHENOMENAL! We just finished our cross-country trip and this place was ONE HUNDRED percent my family's favorite stop. Not to mention the attractions nearby like Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. You could not find a better place situated in the heart of Custer, perfect distance to the State Park too! The staff was just SO nice to show our family the nearest and best hiking spots, and where to go for fishing too. I cannot stress how NICE of a resort this is, the pool area is the nicest in the country and the field for our dog was spectacular. My family will definitely be coming back for cabin spots and RV spaces year and year. THANK YOU! read more

Amazing place We rented the king teepee It was even better than we thought it would be read more

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Three stars is a little high, but two were a little too low. Gripes: a $100+ nightly rate for a gravel site + pad that was on top of the Laundry & Bath house. No usable internet for any length of time. I am writing this review with cellular data on my phone because I was worn-out trying to connect to their Wi-Fi which is sketchy at best. (For the entire week!) I did ask for a "long deluxe pull through" when I made the reservation and I saw some great ones while here, but the people who won the lottery came & went so I figured they were regular locals, "Let's give the bad site to a non local!" We will not be back, seems like a great place for families with children but not for an old grouchy camper who has different needs than a pool & playground. It is a well maintained campground, now I know I should have asked for a site in the woods (Best way to describe it) then added: LONG! read more

Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort - Pic taken from the front of my RV, believe it or not: that is another site closer to the bathhouse you are also looking at! "OVERFLOW" - Campgrounds Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

Absolutely loved staying the night at Buffalo Ridge! We were upgraded to a family cabin because it was our honeymoon night and the customer rep understood our desire for a wonderful evening together and the cabin SURPASSED our desire, we will return again and again!!! Five Star Accommodations and excellent for families!!! Don't pass up the chance to stay!! read more

The best part of our stay was the staff. They waited a few minutes after closing to show us to our site. Who does that?!? They're the friendliest folks I've come across while camping and trust me, we've been to several RV campgrounds. The grounds are perfectly manicured and clean. RV sites are a little tight and close, but who cares? We came to site see, not hang out at RV. Tent camping area is beautiful. Campers were quiet and kept to themselves. No unruly neighbors or loud music. We'll stay here again on our next trip to Custer. And trust me there will be another trip to Custer. read more

Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort - Campgrounds Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

Sets the standard for Campgrounds! Best campground bathrooms ever! This is the nicest campground we've stayed at. Very well maintained. Each bathroom has it's own shower, vanity and bench. Pool area is great with 2 pools and snack bar and hit tub. Staff was friendly and efficient. Office had nice little store with food items, souvenirs and camping supplies. Spots were roomy enough. Will come again. read more

We have been enjoying our camping experience here at Buffalo Ridge we have been here for over a week. Bathroom's were clean and kept up. Laundry room was very clean although all Washing machines were out of balance. The office is nice, well stocked with worthy souvenirs and sundries. The cleaning staff were super nice and friendly. The office staff needs work. They don't have a friendly attitude and seem stressed. The blond woman in the office on Sunday May 30th in the early afternoon needs to learn how to multitask or they need a dedicated employee handling reservations. Every time we went to the office we waited to be helped because the person was booking a reservation. That's rediculous. On a side note, you can't pick your neighbors and many are horribly ignorant to campground adequate such as barking dogs left unattended that literally bark constantly, kids left to be on their own to run circles around your campsites. People with kids need to be educated on child behavior and how to keep them from ruining fellow campers enjoyment. That all. If you don't like my review or criticism too damn bad! Cheers and learn how to build a fire before you go camping. read more

Stayed in one of the new "luxury cabins" located in the back in a quiet area of the campground. The whole campground resort is kept very clean with many rv's and campers on the grounds without being crammed together, nice shower and laundry place although we didn't use it. The cabins are very new with plenty of room for two to four people. Nice comfortable king bed and bedding, roomy bathroom with nice shower and plenty of towels. Very nice sitting area with small stove, fridge and dishwasher. No curtains at windows although windows are placed where neighbors cannot see in; however, when the sun comes up at 5:30a, there is no escape from the light. Would like to see more window covers in the bathroom. But overall a wonderful quiet relaxing stay. Close to all the attractions nearby and a nice place to come back to at the end of the day. Great restaurants nearby too. read more

Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort - View from sitting area. Nice! - Campgrounds Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

So the place is new and nice. We were pumped to stay here; however, the nice new bathrooms were NEVER cleaned once and remained filthy. Also, people that worked in maintenence or contractors, as well as guests sped through the campground at crazy speeds while children were present. Not sure we'll stay here again just considering safety concerns... but it's pretty read more

This is a good place to go if you're not a camper. When the pandemic got ramped up, we opted to head to South Dakota for a short vacation and opted for "glamping" and stayed in a sweet cabin at Buffalo Ridge. There was a small cooktop, a fridge, and a toaster. For us, it was perfect. The shower in my cabin was excellent. The bed was comfortable as well. It's a good place to stay to check out the Black Hills. read more

We loved our stay in the Gold Rush treehouse. The staff was nice and helpful. The location was perfect for exploring the Black Hills, Wind Cave and the Badlands. Everything from the layout and design to the decor was amazing. So unique and creative. Can't wait to come back. Highly recommend this stay for anyone looking for a fun, as well as cozy and comfortable stay. read more

We stayed here last June and between the people who work here and the amazing tipi we were absolutely bummed we didn't stay more than a night! We will be back again this year. We adore this camp resort and the amazing people who welcomed us, the zipper to the door of the tipi had to be fixed and they were so gracious and helpful to make sure we were warm and cozy and had a temporary fix. We tell everyone we know they need to stay here and plan on bringing more people with us this year! read more

Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort - Campgrounds Near Me - Custer, South Dakota

In August we stayed in a glamping tent for a full week and a cabin for 1 day.....gotta say we absolutely loved this place!! All around. Its location is really convenient - there is maybe a little road noise; we live in a large city so are used to it and were not bothered - and the staff is incredible. We want to get to more national parks but if and when we go back to The Black Hills we will definitely stay here again! read more

Highly recommend this beautiful campground. All the facilities were immaculate. Great pools for kids AND adults. Staff was very friendly and helpful. read more

Loved our experience at Buffalo Ridge. We stayed in an economy cabin, which was perfectly located near the spotless restrooms/showers. Overall, the park was clean and full of wonderful amenities for folks of all ages. We especially appreciated the fact that the facility was quiet, though full of guests. Each employee we interacted with was super helpful and friendly. Highly recommended! read more

Very impressed with this place! The staff was very friendly. The registration building was just redone and it's very nice. They also have free coffee and popcorn in there. The bathroom/shower was recently redone also. Best showers I have ever seen in a campground. They were huge and very clean. read more

We have had a very long and wonderful trip around the US. One place we liked the best, camping and sightseeing wise, was this place. The people are super friendly. The sight was perfect. Everything so clean and well cared for. The price..........incredible. We were overjoyed. Will definitely come here in a heartbeat next time in Custer. (Tip-good Sam honored here) read more

This was a wonderful weekend getaway! Amenities are awesome and the customer service fantastic!

This campground is fantastic! The bathrooms are immaculate and the laundry room is too! We stayed in an RV. While the lots are a little small, the management is accommodating and keep an excellent establishment. I highly recommend staying here anytime you're in the area! read more

This is a very nice campground. We reserved a tent site & it is first come first serve. We have hammock tents and a roof top tent. The trees are spaced quite a distance apart, so we improvised & papered our van in between the trees. We strung up 3 hammocks from the trees to the van roof racks & it worked fine. If all we had were hammocks, it would've been more difficult to stay because the distance between the trees. It was pretty quiet. The pool & hot tub were great. Staff is friendly & bathroom updated and clean. Found out this used to be The Flinstones campground which was very special to our family. We had stayed here years ago & wanted to stay again, but found out it had new ownership & they closed it down. So after asking questions from the staff at Buffalo Ridge, we found out the truth about Flinstones and were so excited that we actually did get to stay in the same place. And we were so pleased. read more

Beautiful park! Friendly Staff! Very well maintained! Some of it is under construction adding a pool, etc.. but was not a inconvenience! Good Luck summer 2019! read more

That was the worst place we have ever stayed! The roads and sites are all red dirt(which turn to mud if a thunderstorm comes along...likely in this area). When I made the reservations she told me I had gotten the last spot but the park was half empty. The spot we got was so sloped that our jacks could not go down even with blocks. No cable tv. read more

My family and I stayed two nights in one of the teepees. I am not a camper, but we had a great time. The train and mini golf were also really fun for the kids. The showers were new and very clean (which for is a must for me). It rained a couple of times during our stay but the teepee stayed relatively dry. This camp ground is close to many of the cool attractions in the Custer/Rapid city area, an there are a lot of restaurants near by. The staff was friendly and helpful. read more