Nomad View Dispersed Camping
Buffalo Gap National Grassland
Write a Review Hwy 240 Wall, SD 57790 605-279-2126 308-432-0300 Official WebsiteGPS: 43.8931, -102.2385
Overview of Nomad View Dispersed Camping
Travel on designated roads only - these are indicated on the Grassland's MVUM (Motor Vehicle Use Map). You can get this map at the Wall District NFS office or on the official NFS website for free. Please read Dispersed Camping at Buffalo Gap National Grassland – What the Rangers Want You to Know.
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads. Learn more: Boondocking 101.
Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by camper-895870 on 5/8/2024
Longest RV Reported: 44 feet (Fifth Wheel)
Reported by West of Ordinary on 8/20/2022
Pad Type grass
Open Seasonally Yes
Elevation 2,985 ft / 909 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about Nomad View Dispersed Camping
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 605-279-2126
JAMA Overland asked on 5/20/2020
Where is a good place nearby to fill up water tanks and dump waste? Any recommendations?
dedoug asked on 6/3/2020
Will my 16 ft travel trailer be safe there if I unhook her and go into Badlands NP? I will put a hitch lock on her.
SueT asked on 2/15/2020
Is there anything that might serve as a windbreak for a tent? Sites near rocks? A lone tree?
Wandering Pulse asked on 9/10/2019
I'm headed there in a few days (class C) and have read the reviews and studied the satellite map. I see one turn off ...
camper-843786 asked on 7/5/2023
What are the chances of getting a campground in early August?
camper-640390 asked on 3/30/2022
Does the roads have a lot of ruts? Our pull behind is fairly low? Also has this place ever been packed out where you ...
SparV Adventures asked on 2/7/2022
Considering staying here in mid April. Anyone have experiences traveling into area during this time? Concerned with m...
Jake the Snake asked on 8/2/2021
Is this campsite accessible to standard passenger vehicles? i.e. a Prius? I plan to scout the road when I reach the g...
Sbmiller asked on 6/16/2021
Should I worry about all the campsites at Nomad View being filled upon arrival?
PineTreesAreDope asked on 5/23/2021
Going this weekend with my hatchback set up. I have a few questions:
-can I dig a hole for pooping? What do you reco...
Joe the Computerguy asked on 5/22/2021
Where is the closest place to dispose of garbage?
PineTreesAreDope asked on 5/19/2021
Nearby bathroom recommendations for this place for non-RV campers?
ellie asked on 2/4/2021
Hey y'all! I'm from AZ so I don't know much about snow but am traveling back to college and need to pass through SD,...
MadMigs asked on 12/23/2020
Can I "Save" a spot at Nomad View? We will be driving a Class C with NO toad, can we save a spot as we go to explore...
Chris asked on 8/9/2020
Can I get here with a rear-wheel drive vehicle? I am taking a road trip across the west in my Hyundai Kona and wonder...
felt0134 asked on 7/16/2020
Would it be realistic to camp without a tent at this site (just sleeping pad and bag)? Or would that be foolish. Pass...
Natalie asked on 7/1/2020
What about Pop Ups? I will be there Friday night and just curious how they do with this much wind. I've been looking ...
Jauton asked on 6/14/2020
First time RVing. Will this area be crowded late September? Do RVs get cold at bight like cars or do they hold their ...
Reviews of Nomad View Dispersed Camping 250 people have reviewed this location.
“Beautiful! Birds Chirping! Free! ”
Reviewed 5/8/2024
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 0 |
Arrived at sundown, little nervous as it was getting dark. Some stay by the edge. We stayed by the grass. Very windy at night. Loved the sound ☺️ morning was 100% worth it! The sunrise is breathtaking. Very quiet place and loved it!
camper-895870 would stay here again
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“Bucket List Top 5 Favorite Camp Site!”
Reviewed 4/12/2024
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 2 |
Site Number: | 0 |
We have always wanted to come here and so glad we did!! We snagged a perfect spot on the wall side- It was a bit windy at first which was a little nerve wracking but the views were stunning!! Double rainbow over the badlands for sunset! We did have some animal visitors too! Free range cows with babies right out our door! There is TONS ... more
We have always wanted to come here and so glad we did!! We snagged a perfect spot on the wall side- It was a bit windy at first which was a little nerve wracking but the views were stunning!! Double rainbow over the badlands for sunset! We did have some animal visitors too! Free range cows with babies right out our door! There is TONS of parking up here- I would have wanted to park by Turing right at the T but every place was beautiful! Literally 3 min from Badlands NP.
CTJohnson would stay here again
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“Awesome view, lots of people”
Reviewed 1/21/2024
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 3 |
Site Number: | The Wall |
We arrived mid-week in May and it was already pretty crowded, but we found a great cliff-side spot for our trailer and our companions' trailer. We could see bison off in the distance. From our site there was a nice little trail that went down to the bottom of the "wall".
Songbird would stay here again
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“Depends On Your Preferences ”
Reviewed 11/10/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
We stayed here one night on September 30 because I had read all the reviews and this was a bucket list camp for me. I was a little disappointed. Although it was crowded, that wasn’t a big issue for me. It was very cold and windy. We couldn’t sit outside and we camp in a 6x12 converted cargo trailer with a German Shepherd. The sunset wa... more
We stayed here one night on September 30 because I had read all the reviews and this was a bucket list camp for me. I was a little disappointed. Although it was crowded, that wasn’t a big issue for me. It was very cold and windy. We couldn’t sit outside and we camp in a 6x12 converted cargo trailer with a German Shepherd. The sunset wasn’t anything special, and the sunrise, although pretty, wasn’t particularly sensational. Perhaps being older, I’m just jaded. It just all depends on what you’re looking for.
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“Amazing”
Reviewed 10/21/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Site Number: | 0 |
Read all the reviews and I must agree. 5 stars.
Apee13 would stay here again
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“Great spot For Overnight”
Reviewed 10/4/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
It’s the perfect spot to stay for the night after exploring the NP. Easy access, a bit of leveling required, but fabulous views. Oh and lots of wind!
CR57 would stay here again
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“Windy but worth the views”
Reviewed 9/28/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 6 |
This is a popular location so earlier you show up in the day the better. Not anymore noticeably cramped on the weekends, it’s busy all the time - at least even in September. Not far from Wall so you can get anything you’d need. When the wind picks up you notice. You won’t be blown off the edge but you’ll think you might.
eh.travels would stay here again
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“Beautiful views of the badlands.”
Reviewed 9/25/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Beautiful view of the badlands. You are right on the edge wall of the badlands. A lot of people there, but they were spread out and could see the sunrise and sunset.
Rich would stay here again
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“Great spots, views, vehicle friendly ”
Reviewed 9/24/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 1 |
Location was very nice, lots of places for vehicles as well as tent camping. The road to it was fairly nice, a couple holes but easy enough to move your vehicle around them. There was also a walking path up a hill to oversee a good bit of the badlands. If you come in on the Pinnacles Entrance, the dispersed camping will be on your left... more
Location was very nice, lots of places for vehicles as well as tent camping. The road to it was fairly nice, a couple holes but easy enough to move your vehicle around them. There was also a walking path up a hill to oversee a good bit of the badlands. If you come in on the Pinnacles Entrance, the dispersed camping will be on your left before you get to the entrance, turn at the two towers. GPS brought me in on Bigfoot Road which will dump you right in the middle of the Badlands, so take a right once you get to hwy 240 and go all the way to Pinnacles Entrance and turn right at the two towers, if GPS does the same to you. Some old petrified cow poop, but easy enough to find flat spots around that. I wouldn't say it's private but it is pretty.
camper-865692 would stay here again
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“Gorgeous Views”
Reviewed 9/21/2023
Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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Days stayed: | 4 |
Do not stop at Frontier Cabins for water. They no longer give or sell water. We filled at Sleepy Hollow in Wall. Took second entrance on Sunday and a left at the Y around 3:30 and had no trouble grabbing beautiful site although it was busier than we expected. Hard packed gravel/clay road that was rough but no trouble for 36 ft 5th whee... more
Do not stop at Frontier Cabins for water. They no longer give or sell water. We filled at Sleepy Hollow in Wall. Took second entrance on Sunday and a left at the Y around 3:30 and had no trouble grabbing beautiful site although it was busier than we expected. Hard packed gravel/clay road that was rough but no trouble for 36 ft 5th wheel if we take it slowly. Windy at times but that kept us cool as temps were in high 80s mostly. Biggest issue was dust from inconsiderate speeders. We left 2 days early due to rain forecast and concerns over what that would do to the roads getting out. Very quiet and spacious even with many campers there. Groceries a little expensive at Wall Food Center but got what we needed. Laundry affordable and decent in Wall too.
SBoysen would stay here again
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noted 7/22/2021
While you're in the area, don't miss Sheep Mountain Table; it is located between the North and South parts of Badlands National Park. The views are amazing.
noted 4/19/2020
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