Basketball enthusiasts and families with children will find recreational options at Rushmore Shadows Resort, a Good Sam campground operating seasonally from May through October. The resort sits on forested terrain near a lake, though campers should prepare for rough access roads leading to the property.
Sites feature full hookups with electric, water, and sewer connections accommodating RVs up to 60 feet. Beth R. notes the campground provides "full hookups, level concrete pad" along with recreational amenities including a pool, hot tub, and basketball court. The bathhouse and laundry facilities receive consistent mentions from visitors for their condition and cleanliness.
The location provides access to Black Hills attractions, with campgrounds around Keystone offering additional options for exploring Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park. Several nearby alternatives include HTR Black Hills Resort and Mystery Mountain Resort, both located within a mile.
The resort operates as a membership-based facility with nightly rates ranging from $55 to $407. Pet-friendly policies allow travelers with animals, while amenities like WiFi and dump stations support both short-term visitors and extended stays. The combination of full hookups and recreational facilities makes this resort well-suited for families and RV travelers seeking a base camp for Black Hills exploration.
Description
Rushmore Shadows Resort is tucked in the Ponderosa Pine foothills of the Black Hills of South Dakota, Rushmore Shadows offers monumental fun. Located conveniently on Hwy 16 just minutes from Rapid City, Keystone, Hill City, Custer State Park, and MOUNT RUSHMORE – Rushmore Shadows Resort is the premier local RV camping destination for everything in Mount Rushmore South Dakota.
Home to cabins, tent sites, full hookup RV sites (30 & 50 amp), pine trees, and lots of family fun! We have family activities, mini golf, a pool, nearby hiking trails, a camp store, a playground, and sports courts. We pride ourselves on having a fun atmosphere, being private, secure, and quiet. We look forward to being your next vacation destination!
The minimum age to Camp at Rushmore Shadows is 25 years old.
Reservations are confirmed Monday through Saturday 9a - 5p. We currently do not have automatic reservations, we will call you to confirm your reservation.
Location
RV ParkRushmore Shadows Resort is located in South Dakota
Directions
From I-90: Take Ex 61 S (Hwy 16 Truck, Hwy 79 and Mt. Rushmore). Stay on Hwy 16 Truck for approximately 9 mi, then turn L on Hwy 16. Travel SW approximately 6 mi. Resort is on North side of Hwy 16 behind Old MacDonald's Farm.
Address
23680 Busted Five Court
Rapid City, SD 57702
Coordinates
43.9749485 N
103.32711055 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 4/2/26
VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/2/26
AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/2/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 4/2/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 19 usersLast on 4/2/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 6 usersLast on 4/2/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 12 min from Rapid City, SD
- 3 hrs 44 min from Casper, WY
- 4 hrs 28 min from Cheyenne, WY
- 4 hrs 53 min from Bismarck, ND
