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The Legendary Buffalo Chip

20622 131st Ave, Sturgis, SD

The Buffalo Chip is a massive 600-acre campground and entertainment venue located just east of Sturgis, famous for hosting world-class concerts and major racing events.

This legendary destination serves as a primary hub for rally-goers, featuring a natural amphitheater that has hosted major musical acts and sanctioned motorcycle racing events. The expansive grounds offer diverse camping options ranging from primitive tent sites to full-hookup RV sites and cabin rentals. Permanent on-site amenities include the Bikini Beach swimming pond, the Field of Flags military memorial, and a variety of dining and retail vendors. Visitors can also explore the Crossroads area for free public access to shopping and custom bike displays without requiring a full rally pass. Located approximately four miles from downtown Sturgis, the site provides essential services such as hot showers, a coin-op laundry, and shuttle bus transport to town. Mechanical assistance and tire changes are also available through on-site vendors like Fozzy's Cycle Shop.

Quick Facts

  • 600-acre private resort and entertainment venue
  • Home to the Bikini Beach swimming pond
  • Features the Field of Flags military memorial
  • Includes the Crossroads free-access public area
  • On-site mechanical and tire services available
  • Shuttle service provided to downtown Sturgis

Common Questions

What is the exact location of the Buffalo Chip?

It is located at 20622 131st Ave (also known as Fort Meade Way), approximately three miles east of Sturgis, South Dakota.

What camping options are available?

The venue offers primitive tent camping, dry RV sites, reserved RV sites with hookups, and cabin rentals.

Can I visit the Buffalo Chip without a concert ticket?

Yes, the Crossroads area is open to the public for free and features various vendors, food options, and bike shows.

Is there a place to swim on the grounds?

Yes, the campground features the Bikini Beach swimming pond for guest use.

What amenities are available for RVs?

The site provides reserved sites with water, power, and sewer hookups, along with RV pump and fill services.

Are there shower facilities?

The venue offers both free shower houses and an upgraded, paid 'Lather Up' deluxe shower experience.

Is laundry available on-site?

Yes, coin-operated laundry facilities are located within the campground's shower houses.

How can I get to downtown Sturgis from the campground?

A shuttle bus service operates between the Buffalo Chip and downtown Sturgis during the rally.

What is the Field of Flags?

It is a patriotic memorial display on the grounds featuring hundreds of American flags honoring military veterans.

Does the venue host motorcycle racing?

Yes, the Chip hosts various sanctioned races, including American Flat Track and off-road series events.

Are there mechanical services available?

On-site mechanical services, including tire changes, are provided by vendors like Fozzy’s Cycle Shop during the rally.

What is the Big Engine Bar?

It is a permanent bar and entertainment stage located in the free-access Crossroads section of the property.

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