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Creekside Campground

12900 SD Highway 34, Sturgis, SD

Creekside Campground provides a shaded retreat for riders during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, offering tent camping, RV sites, and air-conditioned cabins. Located near Bear Butte, this family-operated site features on-site dining and a quiet-hours policy for a restful stay.

Located just east of Sturgis at the junction of Highway 34 and Highway 79, Creekside Campground serves as a seasonal basecamp for the annual motorcycle rally. The grounds are situated along Bear Butte Creek, offering a natural setting with significant shade trees for tent campers. It positions itself as a sleeping campground, enforcing quiet hours after 10:00 PM to ensure guests can rest between long rides through the Black Hills. The facility accommodates various lodging needs with spacious RV hookups, grass tent sites, and basic climate-controlled cabins. On-site amenities include a convenience store for supplies and ice, as well as a kitchen serving fresh-cooked breakfast and dinner. Riders can utilize a dedicated loading and unloading ramp for their motorcycles and take advantage of the available shuttle bus service to reach local rally attractions. Strategically placed for easy access to the region’s highlights, the campground is a short distance from Bear Butte State Park and major rally venues. Its location provides a direct route for exploring the scenic northern Black Hills while remaining close to the events in downtown Sturgis. The site is open annually from mid-July through mid-August.

Quick Facts

  • Located at the junction of SD Highway 34 and SD Highway 79.
  • Enforces a quiet-hours policy starting at 10:00 PM.
  • Offers 20, 30, and 50 amp RV electrical hookups.
  • On-site kitchen serves breakfast and dinner daily during the rally.
  • Features climate-controlled cabins and shaded grass tent sites.
  • Provides a motorcycle loading and unloading ramp for guests.

Common Questions

When is Creekside Campground open?

The campground is open annually for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, typically from mid-July through mid-August.

What types of RV hookups are available?

RV sites include electrical hookups with 20, 30, or 50 amp service and water connections.

Are there cabins available to rent?

Yes, the campground offers cabins equipped with air conditioning, electricity, a bed, and a chair.

Do I need to bring my own bedding for the cabins?

Yes, guests staying in cabins are required to bring their own bedding.

Is there food available on-site?

Yes, the campground serves fresh-cooked meals, including breakfast and dinner.

Does the campground have shower facilities?

Yes, there are bathrooms featuring flush toilets and hot showers available for guests.

Are laundry facilities available?

Yes, washer and dryer units are located within the bathroom facilities.

Is there a quiet-hours policy?

Yes, the campground enforces a quiet-hours policy starting at 10:00 PM to maintain a relaxed atmosphere.

Can I use a generator at my campsite?

Quiet inverter generators are allowed in designated areas only between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is there a convenience store on the property?

Yes, an on-site convenience store sells food, beverages, ice, and other supplies.

Does the campground provide a shuttle service?

Yes, a shuttle bus service is available for guests to reach local attractions.

Is there a place to load or unload motorcycles?

The facility includes a dedicated loading and unloading ramp for guest use.

Where is the campground located?

It is situated east of Sturgis near the intersection of SD Highway 34 and SD Highway 79, along Bear Butte Creek.

Are the tent sites shaded?

Yes, the campground provides grass tent camping areas with plentiful shade trees.

Is there an RV dump station?

Yes, the facility has an RV dump station, and pump-out services are available at sites for a fee.

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