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-693042 on 10/27/2024
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 ...
roadtrippers-sgeweh asked on 5/31/2024
If I’m van camping, how do I save where I’m camping should I go somewhere with the van?
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 266 people have reviewed this location.
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“Awesome spots!”
Reviewed 8/20/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 4 |
| RV Length: | 44' (Fifth Wheel) |
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The morning and evening views are pretty much unparalleled! Parking can be had for about 2 miles on the wall. Some spots are fairly level, but most will require that you raise the west side of your vehicle some. Starlink just flys here as there isn't a tree for miles. Can get VERY hot in mid July so have lots of solar and a good ba... more
The morning and evening views are pretty much unparalleled! Parking can be had for about 2 miles on the wall. Some spots are fairly level, but most will require that you raise the west side of your vehicle some. Starlink just flys here as there isn't a tree for miles. Can get VERY hot in mid July so have lots of solar and a good battery bank, or gas for your generator. Entrance is about 6 miles south of Wall SD. The west entrance to Badlands NP is about 2 miles further
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West of Ordinary would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Accomplishment Unlocked!”
Reviewed 8/18/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| RV Length: | 23' (Travel Trailer) |
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Camping here for 2 nights and site-seeing in the National Park for 2 days was everything we’d hoped for. This is a gorgeous, windswept cliff on the margin between grasslands and badlands. We were stressed about finding a spot with a view, but there were plenty of options to choose from. (We kept right after the radio towers and stayed ... more
Camping here for 2 nights and site-seeing in the National Park for 2 days was everything we’d hoped for. This is a gorgeous, windswept cliff on the margin between grasslands and badlands. We were stressed about finding a spot with a view, but there were plenty of options to choose from. (We kept right after the radio towers and stayed toward the southern end of the road.)
Saw bighorn sheep, bison, and of course cattle right by our site. Had a surprise storm blow through one afternoon that snapped my brother-in-law’s tent pole (he had a spare). Met other campers along the rim road who were going to or from interesting places and doing interesting things. We loved it all.
No hookups, but we arrived with a full water tank, charged batteries, and Starlink. No bathroom facilities, but the NPS provided at the visitor center and viewpoints. The road in was in bad shape, but we went slow and carefully without issue.
A few suggestions for others passing this way: Prioritize level spots over any specific view—wherever you park, you’ll be able to see the badlands from your site, but many pullouts are extremely uneven. Check out the spectacle at Wall Drug but skip the pricey and unpleasant cafeteria food. And don’t miss sunset from nearby Pinnacles Viewpoint in the park.
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ZoraK9 would stay here again
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“Fantastic Location, Amazing Sunset And Sunrise”
Reviewed 7/30/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Great directions, arrive early as it can get crowded. Stayed one night while traveling I-90
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“Boondocking at its Finest”
Reviewed 7/26/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| RV Length: | 30' (Travel Trailer) |
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Boondocking views don't get much better than this. The southern access road is in rough shape with deep potholes so it's important to go slow. You can also come in on the access road farther north of you want a less crowded experience but the road is in similar condition. There were plenty of big rigs in here while we were here so it s... more
Boondocking views don't get much better than this. The southern access road is in rough shape with deep potholes so it's important to go slow. You can also come in on the access road farther north of you want a less crowded experience but the road is in similar condition. There were plenty of big rigs in here while we were here so it shouldn't be an issue.
Crowding was an issue later in the evening - some people are extremely inconsiderate and park 10 feet from your bumper when there's miles of room available. Most of these jerks leave after a day. Don't turn south at the fork in the access road and youre less likely to deal with these jerks.
TMobile speeds were reasonable with a roof mounted Pepwave antenna at around 15mbps down and 3-5 mbps up. ATT speeds were substantial at 70/28 though theyvaried. Starlink speeds were also very good at >150mbps down.
We didn't have issues with any trash at the site we picked. There was some noise from generators during the day but it was fairly minor.
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“Awesome Views, Wondering Cattle, Great Sunsets ”
Reviewed 7/24/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 6 |
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The reviews cannot describe the rugged beauty and peace. Lots of OTA tv, Verizon/Visible adequate. Starlink screamed - in fact, stepped out at 10pm and saw a stream of them passing overhead 30ft 5th wheel & F250 no problem. No need for 4WD along the rim where we were. Recycle available at viewing area Lastly. Some people will alw... more
The reviews cannot describe the rugged beauty and peace. Lots of OTA tv, Verizon/Visible adequate. Starlink screamed - in fact, stepped out at 10pm and saw a stream of them passing overhead
30ft 5th wheel & F250 no problem. No need for 4WD along the rim where we were.
Recycle available at viewing area
Lastly. Some people will always be pigs. Take your crap with you when you leave please
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MoHoRV would stay here again
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“Our Favorite Boondocking Experience ”
Reviewed 7/19/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 19' (Travel Trailer) |
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We stayed recently over the Fourth of July weekend and surprisingly, there was not a lot of campers at all. We (total of 3 travel trailers) arrived around noon on Saturday and we managed to pick an area by each other with lots of room left. This has been our second time boondocking here and the experience is better each time. There was... more
We stayed recently over the Fourth of July weekend and surprisingly, there was not a lot of campers at all. We (total of 3 travel trailers) arrived around noon on Saturday and we managed to pick an area by each other with lots of room left. This has been our second time boondocking here and the experience is better each time. There was a nice breeze all day/evening long and the night sky was spectacular! There was a big storm that rolled in and the winds felt like we were going to tip over the edge any minute. Overall, best experience and we would do it again.
Notes:
1. Arrive before noon to secure a spot. Most campers will arrive late and leave early.
2. Fill up your fresh water tank at the campground in Wall before you come. Campground is “Spooky Hollow Campground” and about a 10 minute drive from Nomad View. Fill and dump cost $10 each. They have clean bathrooms and shower facilities too. I asked them how much they charge for non-campers and they said $8.00 per person to use shower.
3. Cattle does roam the area so be cautious when driving on the road to the edge.
4. Don’t park so close to the edge in case of a bad storm. The winds are pretty intense like most reviews say here.
5. Clean up your garbage and keep this place clean and free for everyone to enjoy! Leave it better than you found it.
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earlyrisersgang would stay here again
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“Beautiful View”
Reviewed 7/18/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| RV Length: | 32' (Fifth Wheel) |
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This is exactly like others have described it: beautiful views, peaceful, windy, and worth it! If you use the GPS coordinates above, it will take you to the exact spot you turn off of the road. The entry road is the roughest section but if you go slow it is manageable. We saw all types of units traverse it just fine. When you get to ... more
This is exactly like others have described it: beautiful views, peaceful, windy, and worth it! If you use the GPS coordinates above, it will take you to the exact spot you turn off of the road. The entry road is the roughest section but if you go slow it is manageable. We saw all types of units traverse it just fine. When you get to the end of the entry road, you will need to decide between going left or right. Most people turned right, but the road doesn't go very far that way and it was the most congested area. If you go to the left, you will find lots of areas to park. The road goes along the rim for a very long ways. Most people would grab the first spot they could find, but the best views were a little further down the road. Don't be afraid to go left and go down a ways.
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kruley would stay here again
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“Windy stormy stay”
Reviewed 7/11/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | NA |
| RV Length: | 40' (Class A) |
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Found a beautiful spot in our 40ft class A until about 2am a 70mph wind and hail then rain storm hit us. Had to move our rig so it headed into wind. All in all it was a beautiful stay except for storm. People have mentioned rattlesnakes but luckily we didn’t see any. Just beware of wind
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Bound2Discover would stay here again
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“Beautiful! Windy! BUT FREE!”
Reviewed 7/4/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 28' (Travel Trailer) |
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We arrived around noon on July 4th and found several open spots. Yes, the road in was bumpy but when going slow, it was no problem and totally worth it. It was tricky to find a level spot but we were successful. We unhitched and drove to the Badlands Park and visited Wall Drug for the afternoon. By the afternoon, the wind did pic... more
We arrived around noon on July 4th and found several open spots. Yes, the road in was bumpy but when going slow, it was no problem and totally worth it. It was tricky to find a level spot but we were successful. We unhitched and drove to the Badlands Park and visited Wall Drug for the afternoon.
By the afternoon, the wind did pick up. I would not recommend putting your awning out...you will probably lose it. Lawn chairs too...not leave them to far from the trailer...they might disappear.
But the view...it was a fantastic spot and close to the freeway.
We would definitely come back
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Nathan Helder would stay here again
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“ VERY pot-holed, 1–2mph, ½-mile access road. Fantastic view. WIND.”
Reviewed 6/28/2022
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| RV Length: | 38' (Class A) |
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Just north of Badlands National Park, Pinnacles Entrance. Can get very windy, day and/or night. Several sites along rim, only a few semi-level [43.891335, -102.22727]. Stayed 6/23–28/2022. One morning, 5 mountain sheep wandered near our motorhome and then along the Badlands cliff face. One afternoon, 2 more came up from the Badlan... more
Just north of Badlands National Park, Pinnacles Entrance. Can get very windy, day and/or night. Several sites along rim, only a few semi-level [43.891335, -102.22727]. Stayed 6/23–28/2022. One morning, 5 mountain sheep wandered near our motorhome and then along the Badlands cliff face. One afternoon, 2 more came up from the Badlands to the meadow between the rim and the highway. Saw Ranger drive through one day and a later day saw deputy sheriff drive through. Arrive early for a good spot. You may awake with close neighbors.
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JenaNative would stay here again
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