dispersednational forest

Pinnacles Camping Area

dispersed · SD

Directions
  • dump station17 mi
  • fuel station6.5 mi

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About

This primitive camping area contains 70 designated camping sites each marked with a 6" round post. Expansive scenic views of prairie and badlands attract many seasonal campers to this popular area. Camping is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Campfires are only allowed in contained fire pans. The unimproved road is rough with gravel, washboard, and small rocks on a natural roadway. Wet conditions make the area extremely muddy and slippery. There are no amenities available. Please recreate responsibly.

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Dump station

    17 mi
  • fuel station

    Conoco

    6.5 mi
  • grocery

    Wall Food Center

    6.6 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    16 mi
  • attraction

    Viewpoint

    0.9 mi

Forest road access near this stay: Roads open to all Vehicles, Yearlong road in Nebraska National Forest. Motorhome access is listed as open on the nearest MVUM segment — verify current restrictions.

Contact & access

  • SD
  • OPEN

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/2/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.