Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch
Hill City, South Dakota
Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch is a campsite / RV park located in Hill City.
Enjoy a relaxing and fun camping adventure at the Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch, located near national memorials, breathtaking scenery, fun hiking trails, rodeos and museums.
Relax and enjoy exciting activities without even leaving the campground with KOA's amenities and activities, or let KOA show you around the area via wagon rides, horseback adventures and UTV rentals.Let Us Be Your Black Hills Destination!Explore South Dakota at KOA for a fun and relaxing experience. Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch is in the heart of the Black Hills and right around the corner from exciting attractions the whole family can enjoy. Marvel at the Mount Rushmore National Memorial or the in-progress Crazy Horse Mountain Memorial. Disconnect to Reconnect! Wi-Fi available, but limited and cell service is VERY limited.Learn about the history of American Democracy at the National Presidential Wax Museum or drive along the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway. Hike trails from KOA to Mount Rushmore and Harney Peak, or walk trails in Custer State Park and the Black Hills National Forest.Ways to Stay for All CampersWhether you enjoy traditional tent camping, popular RV travel, or cozy cabin stays, KOA has a place for every type of camper to rest their head. Tent campers can enjoy Tent Sites with or without electricity. To enjoy RV camping near Mount Rushmore, choose KOA's convenient Back-In and Pull-Thru Sites. You can also enjoy the convenience and extra comfort of lodging options such as Deluxe Cabins and Camping Cabins near Mount Rushmore.Convenient and Fun AmenitiesThe Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch offers convenient and fun amenities to help you make the most of your stay. Have a blast at the Fun Zone, dive into one of the swimming pools or glide down the water slide between Memorial Day and Labor Day. If you are craving some relaxation, enjoy a nice dip in the hot tub or unwind in the sauna.Challenge friends or family to a game of mini-golf, visit the Palmer Gulch Mining Company, traverse the exciting Climbing Wall and enjoy some fishing. Rent a bike or pick up a bike part for your own bike at the campground bike shop. Take your kids to jump on the Bounce Pillow and let your dog roam around KampK9®, a special dog park for your four-legged camping companions. When you get hungry, enjoy breakfast at the pancake tent (Memorial Day - Labor Day), grab lunch at the snack bar and enjoy dinner or on-site catering from The Peak Grill and Tap Room (Mid May - Mid September).Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch also provides exciting ways to explore nearby attractions. Rent a car to explore the gorgeous Black Hills or roam the trails on a UTV. Embark on a horseback riding adventure from Palmer Gulch Stables or enjoy a Chuck Wagon Supper Show for a unique South Dakota experience. Dinner shows include a horse-drawn wagon ride or a horseback ride and a delicious cowboy meal with entertainment. Recreation and Special EventsMount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch hosts activities for the whole family. Build, decorate and launch rockets toward the sky on certain dates between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Use fabric and colorful dyes to create custom designs on special tie-dye days. Check the campground schedule for these activities as well as movies, wagon rides and live entertainment. You can also attend the exciting Mount Rushmore Rodeo to see some Wild West action on select dates. Book a Stay at Mount Rushmore KOA ResortExplore the best of South Dakota at KOA. Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch offers convenient amenities, fun activities, special events and opportunities to visit local area attractions near Mount Rushmore.
Whether you are looking for a relaxing weekend away or a fun adventure with the family, have an incredible time at the best camping vacation spot near Mount Rushmore. Book a Stay at KOA to begin your South Dakota adventure with your hosts, Recreational Adventures Co. Reserve your site online or call 800-562-8503 today!
This property may also be known as The Lodge at Palmer Gulch.
Local dining options close to Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch include Prospector Tent, Timber Lodge Retreats, Chute Roosters, and Fat Sams Home Cooking.
Hill City, South Dakota, 57745 USA
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What was Mount Rushmore KOA Resort at Palmer Gulch previously known as?
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As The Lodge at Palmer Gulch
The AAA 2-diamond rated Lodge at Palmer Gulch is nestled at the foot of Harney Peak in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota.
Our family resort features a 62 bedroom luxury hotel / 6 executive lodge cabins with first-class amenities / 30 mountain cabins that range from rustic to deluxe.
The hotel and executive cabins offer western inspired rooms with full scale resort accommodations - deluxe cabins are furnished with modern conveniences - the rustic cabins provide an authentic outdoor experience.
Our rooms and cabins are equipped with high speed internet access / king or queen sized beds / balconies or patios in premiere rooms / fireplaces and kitchenettes in suites and most cabins. Memorial Day to Labor Day - enjoy western style activities - chuckwagon dinners / a cowboy breakfast / guided horse trail rides - or have some fun in the sun - take a dip in our heated pool / fly down our 180-foot waterslide / play a game of volleyball. The Lodge is conveniently located near many famous Black Hills attractions - we are the closest resort to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway and a short distance from Custer State Park / Crazy Horse Memorial / Wind Cave National Park / the lakes and trails of the Black Hills National Forest.
Our nightly shuttles to the lighting ceremonies at Mt. Rushmore is also a guest favorite. We also welcome Groups and Reunions - we have 3 spacious meeting facilities / an event coordinator / catering service.
Whether looking for an outdoor adventure getaway or a resort-style family vacation - enjoy the splendor of the Black Hills while relaxing among the Ponderosa pine covered hills / clear blue skies / and sparkling streams of our hillside retreat.

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