About 27 miles to Hill City
Camping Near Hill City, SD
Custer Crossing is a campground with full-hookup RV sites, camping cabins and tent sites at 22036 Hwy 385, about 27 miles (40 minutes) from Hill City. Book online at booking.staylist.app/custercrossingrvpark.
How far is Hill City from camp?
Hill City is about 27 miles south of camp, roughly 40 minutes on US-385. Pactola Reservoir (about 13 miles from camp) and Sheridan Lake (about 21 miles) are along the way south, so Hill City makes a half-day outing or the first stop on a southern Hills loop.
| Destination | Miles | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Hill City | 27 mi | 40 min |
| Keystone | 31 mi | 45 min |
| Crazy Horse Memorial | 38 mi | 1 hr 5 min |
| Pactola Reservoir (visitor center) | 13 mi | 20 min |
| Deadwood | 15 mi | 25 min |
| Lead | 15 mi | 25 min |
| Mickelson Trail, Dumont Trailhead | 11 mi | 35 min (gravel roads) |
| Rapid City (downtown) | 28 mi | 45 min |
| Sturgis (downtown) | 29 mi | 40 min |
| Spearfish | 31 mi | 45 min |
| Custer State Park (nearest entrance, Hwy 16A) | 32 mi | 55 min |
| Mount Rushmore | 33 mi | 55 min |
| Needles Highway, Needles Eye Tunnel | 37 mi | 1 hr |
| Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) | 39 mi | 1 hr 5 min |
| Wind Cave National Park visitor center | 61 mi | 1 hr 35 min |
| Sheridan Lake | 21 mi | 35 min |
What is there to do in Hill City?
Hill City is a small mountain town in the central Black Hills with a historic railroad, a Mickelson Trail trailhead, and a main street that works well for lunch on a sightseeing day.
- The 1880 Train: a narrated 20-mile round trip between Hill City and Keystone on the original Chicago, Burlington, and Quincy mining spur. It is about an hour each way, and you can start from either depot (1880 Train).
- The Mickelson Trail: the trail has a Hill City trailhead (South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks trail map). Our Mickelson Trail camping guide covers trail passes and the Dumont Trailhead, about 11 miles from camp.
- Lunch stop: on our Mount Rushmore day plan, Hill City (about 40 minutes from camp) and Keystone (about 45 minutes) are the two lunch options.
Town and attraction details come from the official sources linked above. Check them for current hours, fees, and closures before you go.
Is Hill City on the way to Rushmore?
Yes, Hill City is on the drive south toward the big southern Hills sights. Our Rushmore day heads south on US-385 toward Hill City and Keystone; the National Park Service says visitors coming from the south should follow US-385 north to SD-244, the road leading to the memorial. Crazy Horse Memorial is about 38 miles from camp, almost entirely on US-385 through Hill City.
That makes a simple loop: Hill City in the morning, Crazy Horse Memorial or Mount Rushmore in the afternoon, and dinner back at Custer's Last Meal. Driving a large RV? Leave it at camp and read the Black Hills RV driving guide for tunnel sizes on the scenic roads south of Hill City.
Your base at Custer Crossing
- About 20 full-hookup RV sites with water, sewer, and electric, plus a fire pit and picnic table
- About 11 camping cabins with two queen beds, heat and A/C, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and a deck (cabins)
- Tent sites with a picnic table and campfire ring (tent camping)
- Clean bathrooms, hot showers, and laundry
- Custer's Last Store and Gas: fuel including 91 octane, propane, ice, firewood, and supplies
- Custer's Last Meal, our on-site restaurant, home of the Burger Challenge
- Dog-friendly camping and on-site UTV rentals; see every campground amenity
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How far is Hill City from Custer Crossing?
Hill City is about 27 miles south of camp, roughly 40 minutes by car on US-385.
Does the 1880 Train leave from Hill City?
Yes. The 1880 Train runs a 20-mile round trip between Hill City and Keystone, and you can start from either depot, according to the 1880 Train.
Does the Mickelson Trail go through Hill City?
Yes. The George S. Mickelson Trail has a trailhead in Hill City, according to South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks.
Is Hill City on the way to Crazy Horse?
Yes. Crazy Horse Memorial is about 38 miles from camp, roughly 1 hour 5 minutes, almost entirely on US-385 through Hill City.
What can I book at Custer Crossing?
About 20 full-hookup RV sites, about 11 camping cabins, and tent sites, open April 15 to November 1.
More answers on our campground FAQ.
Open April 15 to November 1