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The Wall Boondocking Dispersed

17 Reviews

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USDA Forest Service

Buffalo Gap National Grassland

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Location

The Wall Boondocking Dispersed is located in South Dakota

Coordinates

43.8943442 N
102.2295425 W

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Big Rig Friendly

Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.

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Mike C.

Traveler

Reviewed May. 10, 2024

Awesome cliffside spot

We camped along the rim in this area, lots of space. Amazing view across the Badlands.

Sitedispersed

Month of VisitJuly

Audrey F.

Guide

Reviewed Feb. 11, 2024

Stop with a view

Arrived past dark, could determine where to go so parked along roadside. In AM found The Wall well populated with overnight campers. We can see why!

SiteNA

Month of VisitOctober

Jackson G.

Traveler

Reviewed Nov. 1, 2023

Amazing views/camping

Big open area with amazing views for sunrise and just to hang out! Will definitely be staying again. I went at the end of August and arrived to the spot around 5:30pm. Still a lot of spots open.

Month of VisitSeptember

Jennifer H.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 21, 2023

This was one of the best boondocking spots I’ve ever been to. There were multiple people there but there is so much space that you can definitely find a spot. There’s not a lot of privacy, but the views and wildlife make up for it and everyone is so friendly but keeps to themselves and is there to enjoy the outdoors. Great spot and right outside of the National park.

Month of VisitOctober

Anne W.

Guide

Reviewed Oct. 2, 2023

STUNNING

You just pull up and find a spot along the ridge. It was pretty crowded and due to the terrain you don’t really have any privacy but the views and stars make it totally worth it. There’s no facilities here, so prepare well, but definitely worth a stop!

Month of VisitAugust

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Michael B.

Scout

Reviewed Oct. 1, 2023

Incredible Views!

High on a bluff overlooking a valley of beautiful mineral structures. Absolutely gorgeous! It is a bit windy at times so secure everything! Left everything during the day to go out exploring and nothing was bothered when we returned. Always other campers around, so if you want solitude this isn't the place. But met some great folks during our stay. Photo below is a sunrise from our camper door. Oh, and did I mention it is free! Well you paid for it in taxes, so come enjoy it!

Month of VisitOctober

N M.

Guide

Reviewed Sep. 29, 2023

Beautiful but windyyyy!

Awesome spot. Plenty of other campers, mostly with RVs or vans but everyone was respectful. We had a truck bed tent and as mentioned in one of the other reviews, the weather was unpredictable. We had some pretty intense winds and scattered storms come through the night.

Month of VisitOctober

Eric C.

Traveler

Reviewed Sep. 23, 2023

super cool boondocking... not sure for how long herd roomers

totally cool views.

sue H.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 6, 2023

Wonderful

Beautiful location- lots of nice spots to chose from. Highly recommend

Month of VisitOctober

Lawrence S.

Scout

Reviewed Sep. 2, 2023

Badlands Dispersed Camping

Popular spot. Peaceful and serene. Beautiful sunrises.

SiteFacing East

Month of VisitOctober

Alexis R.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 21, 2023

Scenic and worthwhile

Nothing beats the experience of boondocking at the wall. Waking up to this view is a must.

Site86

Month of VisitSeptember

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Mark S.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 16, 2023

Epic View

Park along the rim and watch the sun come up. Beautiful.

Siteopen camping area

Month of VisitSeptember

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Jason

Scout

Reviewed Aug. 9, 2023

Awesome views, lots of space

Been here twice in the past month. Set up camp right on the cliff overlooking the edge of the Badlands. No services here, except super fast 5G cell.

Month of VisitSeptember

Kristi D.

Legend

Reviewed Jul. 24, 2023

Amazing view

Free camping right by Pinnacle entrance of the Badlands...cant beat free! It is hot up there in the middle of summer though a breeze comes through ..we were in the 80s, so I can't imagine what it will be like when it gets to 100 degrees. Regardless, I recommend this spot if you like free and want a lovely view of the badlands.

There were a lot of RVs campers and people in tents, but still tons of spots to choose from!!!

Siteno designated sites

Month of VisitAugust

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Michelle J.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 20, 2023

Boondocked in the Badlands

Fantastic views No facilities but worth checking it out for a night while in Badlands Unlimited space Sage Creek also free camping with 22 sites No big RVs We travel in a Ford Transit 19

SiteBoondocked

Month of VisitAugust

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Bob W.

Traveler

Reviewed Jul. 13, 2023

Best Dispersed Spot!

Camped over July 4 holiday but still able to get a spot. Arrive before noon for best selection. Expect close neighbors when busy. But epic site along the wall. Road into the area is full of potholes so take your time.

Sitecliff side

Month of VisitAugust

Krystal L.

Traveler

Reviewed Jun. 29, 2023

Beyond phenomenal

The road in was a little rough. But we found the spot recommended by some for larger rigs and parked on the grass side of the road. We had fabulous views, amazing hiking and lots of memories made! Well….except for the biting swarms of cow flies. Hail. Extreme temp changes. Haha. But I guess it’s all part of the experience right?!

SiteWall Boondocks @Badlands

Month of VisitJuly

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The Wall Boondocking Dispersed

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5.0

Awesome cliffside spot

Stop with a view

Amazing views/camping

Epic views, lots of space

STUNNING

Incredible Views!

Beautiful but windyyyy!

super cool boondocking... not sure for how long herd roomers

Wonderful

Badlands Dispersed Camping

Scenic and worthwhile

Epic View

Awesome views, lots of space

Amazing view

Boondocked in the Badlands

Best Dispersed Spot!

Beyond phenomenal