Glamping - or glamorous camping - has become a popular trend across the United States. Glamping typically involves staying in more luxurious accommodations than traditional camping, often with amenities such as comfortable beds, electricity, and even private bathrooms.
South Dakota offers a fantastic environment for glamping, combining natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and a variety of outdoor activities. You can find glamping options near popular attractions like Mount Rushmore, or Custer State Park as well as just off the interstate in southeastern South Dakota.
The following recommended glamping sites all offer a unique and comfortable way to experience the natural beauty of South Dakota.
Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort
Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort is located at the edge of Custer, South Dakota, a region known for its natural beauty and outdoor attractions. The glamping tents at Buffalo Ridge offer a comfortable and luxurious camping experience. These accommodations are equipped with comfortable beds, private bathroom, lounge furniture, fireplace, and electricity. Your stay also includes access to WiFi, swimming pools, hot tub, and a general store.
Find out more by visiting CusterHospitality.com/Camp-Resort.
Looking for somewhere to eat during your stay at Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort? The Custer Beacon provides the southern Black Hills with a space to eat, drink, play, and be together. The Custer Beacon includes a scratch-kitchen restaurant, craft beer and wine bar, dynamic gathering space and premier live music venue. On their website, you can find a calendar of events that includes live music and trivia nights!
Outpost Adventures
Outpost Adventures is a one-of-a-kind pet-friendly property located on 5 acres of land in the southern portion of the Black Hills of South Dakota. Stay in a minimalistic, industrial style modular hideaway designed by a licensed architect. Amenities include comfortable beds, small kitchenettes, outdoor fire pits, electricity and access to a shared modern shower house/bathroom within steps of your glamping site. The large window spanning the entirety of one side of the Outpost will have you waking up completely immersed into the surrounding ponderosa pines.
Find out more by visiting OutpostAdventures.com
Looking for a little extra pampering during your stay at the Outpost? Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa, tucked on a hillside surrounded by pines, is a blend of rustic and modern aesthetics, featuring four outdoor, spring-fed pools, that range in temperature from 88°F to 102°F. In addition to soaking in the mineral springs, guests can partake in other therapeutic activities including yoga, massage, wellness treatment, sauna and spa treatments.
Firefly Treehouse
Firefly Treehouse is an award-winning retreat located on a private 80-acre haven near Elk Point, South Dakota in southeastern South Dakota. You’ll be nestled into the treetops, awakening to the sound of birds and falling asleep to beautiful South Dakota sunsets. This timber frame treehouse is the perfect couples retreat that includes a king size bed, fireplace, mini kitchen, electricity, screened-in porch and private bathroom.
Find out more by visiting Airbnb.com/h/fireflytreehouse
Looking for something to do during your stay at Firefly Treehouse? Fleurish Flower Farms is a you-pick flower farm located just minutes from the property in southeastern South Dakota. Every Sunday and Wednesday night from mid-July to the end of September - starting at 5pm until dusk - you are able to purchase your own container and pick flowers from the field while enjoying live music and local food vendors!
Overall, glamping in South Dakota provides a retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life. The peaceful and serene environment encourages relaxation and rejuvenation. The combination of luxury, nature, and unique experiences has made glamping a popular choice for those seeking a more refined outdoor adventure.
