Backcountry Camping at Wind Cave
Wind Cave National Park
Experienced hikers may enjoy camping in Wind Cave's scenic backcountry. Thousands of acres of undeveloped forest and prairie provide countless sites for hikers to pitch a tent and camp.
Backcountry camping is allowed only in the northwest area of the park. This area, north of Beaver Creek, east of Hwy. 87, south of NPS 5 and west of Highland Creek Trail, holds several different habitats - prairie, forest, and riparian - each with a variety of plants and wildlife. Several marked trails wind through that section of the park. Wind Cave is an open hike park and visitors are welcome to hike off designated trails. A free permit is required for all backcountry camping. Permits are issued at the visitor center and help monitor use. Please follow all instructions attached to the permit. Please call the visitor center if you have any questions: (605) 745-4600
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Backcountry camping permits are free and may be obtained at the visitor center. All backcountry campers MUST fill out a permit before heading out.
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All trails into the backcountry often include rugged terrain and are not wheelchair accessible.
No — Pets are not allowed in the backcountry.
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