Dinner at camp
Custer's Last Meal is right at camp: breakfast, lunch, dinner, cold beer and daily specials.
Hwy 385 · Deadwood, SD
Custer Crossing Family Campground near Deadwood & Sturgis
Your basecamp in the heart of the Black Hills.
A family campground 15 miles south of Deadwood with full-hookup RV sites, camping cabins and tent sites, plus a restaurant, store, fuel and UTV rentals on site.
4.7 from 185 Google reviewsSeasonApr 15 – Nov 1
Deadwood15 mi25 min drive
Sturgis29 mi40 min drive
Mount Rushmore33 mi55 min drive
Book on CampspotWhy guests come back
Everything a Black Hills trip needs, in one stop
Park the rig, open the cabin or pitch the tent, then let camp take care of the rest.
Fuel and firewood
Custer's Last Store and Gas has fuel, 91 octane, propane, snacks and camp supplies right on Hwy 385.
Trails from camp
Rent a side-by-side on site and ride out into the Black Hills National Forest.
Wi-Fi and room for the dog
Wi-Fi covers the whole park, and we're a dog-friendly campground, so bring the whole family.
Why travelers say yes
Less running around. More Black Hills.
Custer Crossing Family Campground is not just a place to park. It is the practical, friendly launch point for families, rally riders, road trippers, and weekend explorers who want the essentials handled without driving back into town.
Arrive with Convenience
RV sites include water, sewer, electric, showers, and restrooms on-site.
Eat well without leaving camp
Custer's Last Meal serves beers, burgers, steaks, daily specials, and a full menu along with South Dakota's Biggest Burger!
Restock Fast
Fuel, Propane, Ice, Beer, Firewood, Full Convenience Store, Hot Showers, and Laundry are all just a few steps away.
Adventure easy
UTV rentals and Black Hills attractions are built into the same trip.
Our signature · Custer's Last Meal
The biggest burger in South Dakota
- 3 lbsof beef
- Friesand bragging rights
- Beat itand eat free
Bring your appetite and a crowd to cheer you on. Challenge tables run every 30 minutes from 11:30 AM to 7:00 PM, booked separately from regular dining. Posted rules apply and a signed waiver is required.
Ways to stay
Pick your kind of camping
Rates change with the season. See how rates work or check live dates on Campspot.
Full-hookup RV sites
Water, sewer and electric, a fire pit and a picnic table, with Wi-Fi across the park.
Camping cabins
Two queen beds, heat and A/C, mini fridge, microwave and coffee maker, plus a deck and fire pit.
Tent sites
A picnic table and campfire ring, with hot showers, laundry and the store on site.
Black Hills adventures
Deadwood, Sturgis and Mount Rushmore, all within an easy drive
Plan your day tripsDeadwood
15 mi · 25 min
Historic Main Street, dining, gaming and nightlife.
Pactola Reservoir
13 mi · 20 min
Swimming, paddling and fishing on the Black Hills' largest lake.
Sturgis
29 mi · 40 min
Downtown Sturgis and the August rally.
Mount Rushmore
33 mi · 55 min
The national memorial, an easy day trip.
Crazy Horse Memorial
38 mi · 1 hr 5 min
The mountain carving in progress.
Spearfish
31 mi · 45 min
Spearfish Canyon's waterfalls and scenic byway.
Approximate drive times from camp. Traffic, weather, road work and rally week change these. Directions & map
Central to the big reasons people come here
How far is camp from Deadwood?
Deadwood is about 15 miles, roughly 25 minutes, north of camp on Hwy 385. Downtown Sturgis is about 29 miles (40 minutes) and Mount Rushmore about 33 miles (55 minutes).
| Destination | Miles | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Deadwood | 15 mi | 25 min |
| Sturgis (downtown) | 29 mi | 40 min |
| Mount Rushmore | 33 mi | 55 min |
| Pactola Reservoir (visitor center) | 13 mi | 20 min |
| Lead | 15 mi | 25 min |
| Mickelson Trail, Dumont Trailhead | 11 mi | 35 min (gravel roads) |
| Hill City | 27 mi | 40 min |
| Rapid City (downtown) | 28 mi | 45 min |
| Spearfish | 31 mi | 45 min |
| Keystone | 31 mi | 45 min |
| Custer State Park (nearest entrance, Hwy 16A) | 32 mi | 55 min |
| Needles Highway, Needles Eye Tunnel | 37 mi | 1 hr |
| Crazy Horse Memorial | 38 mi | 1 hr 5 min |
| Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) | 39 mi | 1 hr 5 min |
| Wind Cave National Park visitor center | 61 mi | 1 hr 35 min |
A day at Custer Crossing
What a day here feels like
- Morning
Pancakes before the trail
Hot breakfast at Custer's Last Meal before the day gets going.
- Midday
Ride out from camp
Grab a side-by-side and head into the National Forest trails.
- Afternoon
Refuel and explore
Top off at the pump, grab ice and snacks, then drive to Deadwood or Pactola.
- Evening
Steak, then the fire pit
Dinner at camp, then a campfire under the stars.
Stay types
What can you stay in here?
You can stay in full-hookup RV sites, camping cabins, or tent sites. Custer Crossing Family Campground is located at 22036 Hwy 385, Deadwood, SD 57732, in the Black Hills near Deadwood, Sturgis, and Mount Rushmore. We offer full-hookup RV sites, camping cabins, and tent sites, plus Custer's Last Meal restaurant on-site, Custer's Last Store and Gas with fuel and propane, UTV rentals, Wi-Fi across the park, and dog-friendly camping. Book online through Campspot.
Guests in every stay type can use the hot showers, laundry, Custer's Last Meal restaurant, and Custer's Last Store and Gas (fuel, propane, ice, firewood). Check live rates and open dates.
See every amenity on one page: campground amenities.
About us
About Custer Crossing Family Campground
Custer Crossing Family Campground is a family campground at 22036 Hwy 385, about 15 miles south of Deadwood, SD, in the central Black Hills. The campground is open April 15 to November 1.
We have full-hookup RV sites, camping cabins, and tent sites. Custer's Last Meal, our on-site restaurant and home of the Burger Challenge, and Custer's Last Store and Gas, with fuel, 91 octane premium, propane, ice, and supplies, are right on site. We also have clean bathrooms with hot showers, laundry, Wi-Fi across the park, and UTV rentals, and dogs are welcome.
Our goal is an atmosphere where every guest feels at home, whether you stop in for a meal or supplies or stay a while to explore the Hills. Questions? Email custercrossings@gmail.com.
Trip guides
Plan your Black Hills trip
Stay types & camping near Black Hills sights
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Eat, refuel & ride
FAQ
Good to know before you go
How far is Custer Crossing Family Campground from Deadwood?
About 15 miles, roughly 25 minutes, south of Deadwood on Hwy 385.
What kinds of stays do you have?
Full-hookup RV sites, camping cabins and tent sites.
When is the campground open?
April 15 to November 1. Book online through Campspot.
Do cabins include bedding?
Yes. Bedding is included in every camping cabin, so just bring towels and your plans for the day.
What electric service do the RV sites have?
RV sites have 30 and 50 amp electric service, along with water and sewer hookups.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes. We're a dog-friendly campground.
I have a big rig. Will it fit?
Email your rig length to custercrossings@gmail.com before you book and we'll confirm a site that works.
Is there food and fuel on site?
Yes. Custer's Last Meal serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, and Custer's Last Store and Gas has fuel (including 91 octane), propane, ice, firewood and supplies.
Your Black Hills campsite is waiting
Open April 15 to November 1. Live rates and open dates are on Campspot.
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