Campground

Sleepy Hollow Campground & RV Park

Campground★ 4.1
Campground facility at Badlands National Park with a large yellow sign reading CAMPGROUND on a light gray building.

Sleepy Hollow Campground & RV Park sits near Wall, SD, a practical base for Badlands adventures. It hosts 59 RV pull-through sites and 20 tent sites, with full hookups on 37 RV sites and water/electric on others. Gravel pads, fire rings, and a small camp store keep things simple. Expect train noise at night—plan with earplugs or white noise if you’re sensitive.

Quick facts

Reservation System
Private direct booking system (no Recreation.gov).
Reservation Window
Not stated; advanced booking advised during peak season.
Reservation Tips
Book early via Sleepy Hollow's direct site; confirm late check-in when arriving after 6 PM; expect private booking requirements
Season Dates
May 1 – October 15

Reservations & season

Reservation System
Private direct booking system (no Recreation.gov).
Reservation Window
Not stated; advanced booking advised during peak season.
Reservation Tips
Book early via Sleepy Hollow's direct site; confirm late check-in when arriving after 6 PM; expect private booking requirements
Season Dates
May 1 – October 15
Fills Up Speed
Usually high demand; book ahead in peak season
Per Night Cost
Tent electric: $37.88+, 30/20A Electric, Water + Cable TV (No Sewer): $59.88+, 50/30/20A Electric, Water, Sewer + Cable TV: $67.88+; general rate around $60; off-season around $40.33
Extra Vehicle Fees
No published extra-vehicle charge. The notes list charges for additional guests: $15 per extra adult per night and $10 per extra child per night.
Day Use Fees
Day-use options and pricing are not published in the current reservation data.
Passes Accepted
Good Sam (10% discount); AAA approved

Sites & RV fit

Sites Total
59 RV sites, 20 tent sites
Site Types
RV pull-through sites, tent sites
Site Type Breakdown
59 RV pull-through sites, 20 tent sites
RV Max Length
65 feet
Group Sites Available
1
Group Site Capacity
No dedicated group-site capacity is published; the campground lists 59 RV pads, plus tent sites and primitive cabins, with no stated group-site option.
Hookups
Full hookups (30/50 amp, water, sewer, cable TV) at 37 sites; electric + water only sites available; tent sites with 20 Amp electric
Site Features
Fire rings and picnic tables; gravel pads; pull-through RV pads; flush toilets with lights; on-site dump station; small camp store with ice; fenced dog park; cable TV on full-hookup sites
Ground Type
Gravel
Site Privacy
Partial privacy; sites are gravel pads with limited screening

Facilities

Bathroom Types
Flush toilets with lighting; described as clean
Showers Available
Free hot showers; some reports of low water pressure
Potable Water
Potable water at full hookups and at spigots
Dump Station
On-site dump station
Trash Service
Not explicitly detailed
Camp Store
Small camp store with ice and basic supplies
Firewood Availability
Firewood available for purchase on-site; gathering not indicated; follow Leave No Trace
Cell Service
Verizon and T-Mobile have good service
Nearby Facilities
Wall, SD: Wall Drug, groceries, restaurants; town amenities within walking distance

Access

Road Type
Internal roads and sites are gravel
Road Conditions
Generally smooth and well-maintained; some divots noted; railroad crossing construction affected navigation
Vehicle Restrictions
Big rigs accommodated; no explicit trailer prohibitions
Clearance Needed
Sedan friendly; standard clearance OK
Gate Hours
Office hours until 6 PM; late check-in available; gate hours not published
Distance From Entrance
Approximately 8 miles from Badlands Pinnacles Entrance Station
Nearest Gas Services
Gas and services in Wall, SD; Wall Drug and restaurants are within walking distance from town

Rules & safety

Food Storage Requirements
Bear safety not flagged; bear-country status not indicated; store food securely as a precaution
Fire Restrictions
Fires permitted with posted restrictions; fire rings present; extinguish fires completely; Badlands ground fires prohibited in park
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pet Restrictions
Leash no longer than 10 feet; pets not allowed in office, laundry, or shower facilities; fenced dog park available
Generator Hours
7 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Quiet Hours
10 p.m. – 7 a.m.
Alcohol Permitted
1

What it is like

Onsite Activities
Playground, horseshoe pit, dog park
Trailheads Nearby
Badlands trail access via Pinnacles Entrance area; ~8 miles from entrance
Noise Level
Train noise possible at night; otherwise standard campground ambience
Best Time To Visit
May–October; plan ahead for peak season
Vibe Check
Functional basecamp near town and Badlands; convenient, clean, and practical; not a remote wilderness escape
Camp Here If Skip If
✅ BOOK IF: you need a certified big-rig friendly, private lot with full hookups and easy access to Badlands; ❌ SKIP IF: you want a purely rustic, forested retreat with zero road noise
Tips Advice
  • Book early; this place fills in peak season
  • Bring a long power cord and surge protector for 50/30/20 amp sites
  • Gravel pads are solid but level spots may need blocks
  • Trains can be audible at night—pack earplugs

More details

Park Area
Wall, South Dakota (Badlands National Park area)
Family Friendly Notes
Playground and proximity to Wall for kid-friendly options; quiet hours start at 10pm; trains may be heard at night
Senior Access Discounts
There is no senior-discount listed; a 10% discount is available for Good Sam members.
Nearby Attractions
Wall, SD (grocery, dining, Wall Drug); Badlands National Park access via Pinnacles Entrance
Terrain Type
Gravel pads and roads; some gentle slopes
Setup Strategy
Big-rig friendly pull-throughs on gravel pads; internal roads are gravel but well-kept; expect some minor divots; plan to back in or pull-through as needed
Bath Laundry Recon
Showers are hot and free; water pressure can be low at times; on-site laundry available; a small store handles basics
Review Summary
Reviewers point to solid, straightforward facilities and big-rig friendly sites; proximity to Wall and Badlands is a major plus; occasional train noise noted but manageable with earplugs; staff and maintenance keep grounds tidy

Location

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a 65-foot length limit for RVs?

Yes—RVs up to 65 feet are accommodated across the site layout.

Are group sites available at Sleepy Hollow?

Yes, Community Sites are designated for groups.

Is WiFi available, or should I plan to download maps offline?

WiFi is not listed; plan to rely on cell service (Verizon/T-Mobile reported good) and offline maps; some hookups include cable TV on full-hookup sites.

Can I bring my dog?

Dogs are welcome with a 10-foot leash limit; they can’t be in the office, laundry, or shower facilities; there is a fenced dog park on-site.

What facilities are nearby in Wall?

Wall, SD has dining, gas, groceries, and Wall Drug; you’ll have walking-distance access to town amenities from Sleepy Hollow.

Sage Creek Campground

First-come primitive campground: no hookups, bring water, vault toilets, unpaved approach.

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Last updated January 2026. Report an issue.