HTR Black Hills

HTR Black Hills
Explore the beauty of HTR Black Hills (formerly American Buffalo Campground). This unique destination is home to Mount Rushmore as well as numerous national and state parks, and local attractions. So, stay awhile when you tour all the mountains, canyons, caves, and rock formations with the spectacular backdrop of South Dakota. We offer something for campers of all ages, so if you are looking for the perfect location to Nestled under tall pine trees, in the heart of the wonderful Black Hills, our on-site recreational facilities include a heated swimming pool & hot tub (open Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting), mini golf, a playground area for children, basketball court, horseshoe pits, and wooded walking trails. Part of the HTR Resorts collection.
Amenities, Activities & Utilities
Booking Details

Forest 50 AMP FHU Pull-Thru
Escape into nature and discover a serene camping experience at our Forest sites. Surrounded by trees, these sites offer a peaceful retreat to enjoy quality time outdoors. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table for your convenience. These luxury sites are double-wide 100 ft long sites with a slated fence in between most of the sites for extra privacy. Guests can take a leisurely stroll to the nearby bathhouse, camp store, community grilling area, and rentable pavilion - perfect for reunions and gatherings. You can also cool off in the refreshing pool or catch up on laundry in the convenient laundry facility.
Site Specific Amenities

Standard 30 AMP FHU Pull-Thru
Experience the outdoors at your own pace with our convenient Standard sites. These sites are designed to make your set-up process easy and hassle-free, so you can start enjoying your surroundings right away. Located within walking distance from our nearby bathhouse, camp store, community grilling area, and rentable pavilion - perfect for reunions and gatherings. You can also cool off in the refreshing heated pool or catch up on laundry in the convenient laundry facility, you'll have everything you need at your fingertips. Plus, you'll have easy access to mini-golf, a playground, and basketball court, right across from your site. Each site features a picnic table, gravel pad, and a dump station located on the property.
Site Specific Amenities

4 Person Guesthouse
Our newly renovated guesthouse accommodates up to 4 guests and is equipped with all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. The unit features a full kitchen with stovetop, full bath, charcoal grill, picnic table, and fire ring. The sleeping area includes a Queen bed and a twin bunk, with linens and bath towels provided. Other amenities include a TV, full fridge, microwave, tableware, and cookware for your convenience. The unit is equipped with a wall unit AC for your comfort. Guests can take a leisurely stroll to the nearby bathhouse, camp store, community grilling area, and rentable pavilion - perfect for reunions and gatherings. You can also cool off in the refreshing heated pool or catch up on laundry in the convenient laundry facility.
Site Specific Amenities

Premium 50 AMP FHU Pull-Thru
Escape into nature and discover a serene camping experience at our premium large gravel sites. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table for your convenience. Guests can take a leisurely stroll to the nearby bathhouse, camp store, community grilling area, and rentable pavilion - perfect for reunions and gatherings. You can also cool off in the refreshing heated pool or catch up on laundry in the convenient laundry facility.
Site Specific Amenities

Premium 50 AMP FHU Back-In
Escape into nature and discover a serene camping experience at our premium large gravel sites. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table for your convenience. Guests can take a leisurely stroll to the nearby bathhouse, camp store, community grilling area, and rentable pavilion - perfect for reunions and gatherings. You can also cool off in the refreshing heated pool or catch up on laundry in the convenient laundry facility.
Site Specific Amenities

6 Person Guesthouse
Our 6 person guesthouse includes 2 cozy bedrooms, one with two double beds and the other with one double bed, providing ample sleeping space for your family or group. You'll find all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay, including a TV in the master bedroom, full kitchen, complete with a coffee maker, full-size fridge, microwave, tableware and cookware. The bathroom features a standing shower, and linens and bath towels are provided. Enjoy outdoor meals with the charcoal grill, picnic table, and fire ring. Take advantage of the nearby camp store, rentable pavilion, heated pool, and laundry facilities. Relax in the living area, which features a dining table and chairs and two comfortable couches. Stay cool with the wall unit AC.
Site Specific Amenities

Standard 30 AMP FHU Back-In
Experience the outdoors at your own pace with our convenient Standard sites. These sites are designed to make your set-up process easy and hassle-free, so you can start enjoying your surroundings right away. Located within walking distance from our nearby bathhouse, camp store, community grilling area, and rentable pavilion - perfect for reunions and gatherings. You can also cool off in the refreshing heated pool or catch up on laundry in the convenient laundry facility, you'll have everything you need at your fingertips. Plus, you'll have easy access to mini-golf, a playground, and basketball court, right across from your site. Each site features a picnic table, gravel pad, and a dump station located on the property.
Site Specific Amenities

Forest 50 AMP FHU Back-In
Escape into nature and discover a serene camping experience at our Forest sites. Surrounded by trees, these sites offer a peaceful retreat to enjoy quality time outdoors. Each site includes a fire ring and picnic table for your convenience. Guests can take a leisurely stroll to the nearby bathhouse, camp store, community grilling area, and rentable pavilion - perfect for reunions and gatherings. You can also cool off in the refreshing heated pool or catch up on laundry in the convenient laundry facility.
Site Specific Amenities
About HTR Black Hills
Explore the beauty of HTR Black Hills (formerly American Buffalo Campground). This unique destination is home to Mount Rushmore as well as numerous national and state parks, and local attractions. So, stay awhile when you tour all the mountains, canyons, caves, and rock formations with the spectacular backdrop of South Dakota. We offer something for campers of all ages, so if you are looking for the perfect location to Nestled under tall pine trees, in the heart of the wonderful Black Hills, our on-site recreational facilities include a heated swimming pool & hot tub (open Memorial Day to Labor Day, weather permitting), mini golf, a playground area for children, basketball court, horseshoe pits, and wooded walking trails. Part of the HTR Resorts collection.
Where You'll Be
Weather protection included
No booking fees, ever
Cancel for any reason
Amazing rewards program
Policies
If you cancel for any reason, 31 days or more, a $35 cancellation fee will be retained and the remaining deposit will be refunded. If you cancel via email 30 days or less, 50% of the total booking will be refunded.
No shows will be charged for the full reservation.
There are no refunds for early departures.
Our Free Wi-Fi bandwidth is limited and should only be used to check email or perform internet searches. Please do not upload/download photos, stream audio/video, download video, watch movies online or do any online gaming. Thank You for your cooperation.
Check-In/Out Times
RV/Tent Check-In Times – 2:00 PM (Mountain Time)
Cabin Check-In Times – 3:00 PM (Mountain Time)
Check-Out Time: No later than 11:00 AM on Departure Date
RV/TENT ARRIVALS AFTER THE FOLLOWING TIMES WILL BE UNABLE TO CHECK IN AND MUST PARK IN OVERFLOW PARKING FOR THE NIGHT:
May - August 31st - 7:30 PM
September 1st - September 15th - 6:30 PM
September 16th - Close of Season - 6:00 PM
Arrivals later than these times will be directed to our overflow parking for the night.
Quiet Time – 10:00 PM until 7:00 AM
Speed Limit Throughout Campground – 5mph. All vehicles must display a tag issued by the office.
One camping unit and one vehicle per camping site. One tent and one vehicle per tent site. No tents pitched on RV Sites or Cabin Sites.
Do not wash your car/RV/Motorcycle in the campground. No emptying Black or Gray water tanks except at designated sewer hook-up or dump station.
No ATV’s, bikes, 3 or 4 wheelers, golf carts, motorized scooters or go-carts to be driven around the campground. All vehicles are to be used only for transportation in and out of the park and must be street legal.
No smoking in any building, rental units, common areas or in the pool area. Alcohol allowed at RV/Tent sites or in cabins only.
FIREARMS and FIREWORKS are strictly prohibited for the safety of all campers.
Please do not climb trees.
No generators allowed.
No drones allowed in campground.
Laundry facility open 24 hours. Please do not leave clothes in the machines unattended.
Visitors
Day visitors must register at office upon arrival, obtain a car tag and pay the $10 day visitor fee.
Day visitors must leave the property by 10:00 PM.
Overnight visitors must register at the office upon arrival, obtain a car tag and pay the overnight guest fee. Occupancy limit for each RV/Tent site is 6, including overnight visitors.
Campfires
Campfires are guest’s responsibility. Please make sure the fire is fully extinguished before leaving it unattended.
OUT OF STATE FIREWOOD cannot be used, in order to control the spread of Ash Borer and Elm Disease into the Black Hills area!
Campfires are permitted inside the provided fire ring and we ask that you do not move the fire ring for any reason.
During extremely dry conditions, campfires may be prohibited.
Fire Marshall regulations require the fire pit is not moved from the designated area. Doing so will result in a $250 fine.
Swimming Pool/Hot Tub
GLASS CONTAINERS are NEVER allowed inside the pool fence.
Swimming pool open Memorial Day weekend and closes after Labor Day, weather permitting.
Swimming pool/hot tub hours are 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, weather permitting.
Children under 14 years must be supervised by an adult 18 years old or older.
No children under 13 years allowed in hot tub.
No diving or running allowed.
No lifeguard on duty, swim at your own risk.
Glass containers are not permitted inside pool fence.
Swim diapers must be used.
Smoking is not permitted inside the pool area.
Pets must stay outside of the pool area.
Pet Policy
Pets must be on a leash at all times.
Pets must not be left unattended outside RV units or cabins at any time.
Pets must not be left unattended in tents.
Owners must pick up after their pets at all times.
We welcome all well behaved, non-aggressive, and vaccinated pets. If a pet becomes aggressive or disturbs a fellow guest’s enjoyment of the property, they and owner will be asked to leave.