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Comanche Park Campground

Black Hills National Forest, South Dakota

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As of October 2026, Comanche Park Campground is a campground in Black Hills National Forest, South Dakota with 18 campsites. Comanche Park Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Comanche Park Campground is located at 43.7364° N, 103.7022° W.

people allowed on 17 of 18 sites: 8

Comanche Park Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Published by Recreation.gov for Comanche Park Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Comanche Park Campground

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Standard 18

What an RV fits

25–29 ft1 site
35–39 ft3 sites
40–44 ft2 sites
45–49 ft1 site
50–54 ft1 site
55–59 ft3 sites
60–64 ft7 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Mountain.

Things to do: fishing, hiking, wildlife, photography, offroad, horse riding.

All sites at Comanche Park Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the COMA loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
007	Standard	8	59 ft
008	Standard	8	42 ft
010	Standard	8	47 ft
011	Standard	8	28 ft
012	Standard	8	60 ft
019	Standard	8	61 ft
020	Standard	8	43 ft
021	Standard	8	63 ft
022	Standard	8	36 ft
023	Standard	8	38 ft
025	Standard	8	52 ft
026	Standard	8	60 ft
027	Standard	8	38 ft
029	Standard	5	55 ft
031	Standard	8	55 ft
032	Standard	8	61 ft
033	Standard	8	60 ft
034	Standard	8	62 ft

About Comanche Park Campground

Overview

Situated in an open Ponderosa pine forest 6.5 miles west of Custer, South Dakota, Comanche Park Campground is a campground for visitors seeking recreation and relaxation in the southern Black Hills National Forest.

The campsites are spacious. Towering pine trees provide shade.

This is the closest campground to Jewel Cave National Monument.

Recreation

The forest offers highly accessible recreation for all ages. Visitors can take advantage of opportunities for hiking, fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and riding off-highway vehicles (OHVs) on moderate terrain.

For those seeking higher elevations, a trek to the summit of nearby Black Elk Peak is worth the effort. Black Elk Peak is the highest natural point in the United States east of the Rocky Mountains. Most of the summit is bare granite and offers expansive views of the surrounding area. An old stone tower at the top, once used as a fire lookout, is still open to hikers.

Facilities

Comanche Park Campground has sites able to accommodate tents, trailers, and RVs.

The campground is equipped with picnic tables, campfire rings, vault toilets, and drinking water; however, electrical hook-ups are not available.

Natural Features

Located in western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming, Black Hills National Forest encompasses nearly 1.25 million acres of rugged rock formations, canyons and gulches, open grassland parks, tumbling streams, deep blue lakes, and unique caves.

Derived from the Lakota language, the words "Paha Sapa," meaning "hills that are black," honor the dark, pine-covered hills rising several thousand feet above the surrounding prairie.

Nearby Jewel Cave is the second longest cave in the world at 159.29 miles. It features sparkling calcite crystals and other rare formations, as well as some of thel argest concentrations of passageways in the world.

Wildlife in the area abounds. Bighorn sheep navigate mountainous terrain, while elk, deer and pronghorn gather in forests and prairies. Bald eagles, hawks, osprey, peregrine falcon, and hundreds of other bird species can be found in the forest, especially along streams, lakes and rivers.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (605) 574-4402.

Nearby Attractions

Possible day trips include Custer State Park with its many buffalo and other wildlife, Crazy Horse Monument and Wind Cave National Park as well as Jewel Cave which is the second longest cave in the world at 159.29 miles. It features sparkling calcite crystals and other rare formations, as well as some of the largest concentrations of passageways in the world.

Charges & Cancellations

No refunds will be given for weather or related events.

Rules and notices at Comanche Park Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Comanche Park Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

FYI: During the off season (from 10/01 until 5/15) the USFS operates this campground. Their information is listed below:

Late September – Mid May

Black Hills National Forest / Hell Canyon Ranger District

1019 North 5th Street, Custer, SD 57730

Phone 605.673.9200 www.fs.usda.gov/r02/blackhills0

Please note: Construction is pending, which may cause limited access.

Daily Fee is $15.00 per First Come First Served campsite of which there are 5 available.

Self-Pay at all open campgrounds. The stay limit is 14 days in a 28 day period.

Parking Spur Length is 25 ft.

Drinking water is NOT available. Each site has a picnic table and a fire ring. Vault toilets are also available.

Garbage and Trash "Pack It In Pack It Out" at all times.

Please note that roads are not maintained during the off-season. Sites are open until weather prohibits access or closed on the date noted above.

The information listed below is pertinent during the open season from May 15th to September 30th.

There is NO WATER available at this campground. Please bring all water needed for the duration of your stay.

These campsites are non-electric sites. Generators may run from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. only.

Non-reservable sites may be available on a first come-first served basis

A pet fee of $2 per pet per night is required upon check in. Pets must be leashed, under control and attended at all times.

In accordance with standard industry practices, ExplorUS will be assessing an additional vehicle fee of $5.00 per night on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered to be one vehicle and the third and fourth are also considered to be one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.

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The Senior and Access discounts are only honored for the site that houses the card holder.

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If multiple sites are reserved on one card, the rest of the camping fee will be collected upon arrival unless another card holder occupies the site.

During the off season, fewer sites may be available.

Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.

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Comanche Park Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Comanche Park Campground?

Comanche Park Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 18 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.

How do I find last-minute availability at Comanche Park Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Comanche Park Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Comanche Park Campground have?

Comanche Park Campground has 18 campsites.