Elk Mountain Campground
Pringle, South Dakota · 4,222 ft · In Wind Cave National Park
Photos: NPS Photo
At a glance
5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Oct 3, 2026
- Elevation
- 4,222 ft (1,287 m)4,222 ft1,287 m
Loops4
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 2 staff entries left out. Loop names are trimmed and merged.
Amenities
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- Caravan / RV sites
- Drinking water
- Tent sites
- Toilets
- Hours (24/7)
- Reservations (required)
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About
Overview
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.
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Cell service
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- AT&T4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Elk Mountain Campground: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueMostly Cloudy, 1% chance of rain50°38°
- WedRain Showers Likely, 65% chance of rain50°43°
- ThuSlight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny, 19% chance of rain58°31°
- FriSunny59°46°
- SatSunny72°49°
Nearby camping
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Camp site
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Cold Brook Campground
Public Land · 7.2 mi · Hot Springs
Sunrise Ridge Campground
Campground · 8.0 mi · Hot Springs
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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