Yes. Suzies Camp, at I-90 Exit 34 near Sturgis, South Dakota, is open all year: the cabins have electric heat, the RV sites keep their water on, and the bathhouse and laundry stay open all winter. Winter here means snow, quiet and the whole northern Black Hills to yourself.
What’s open at camp in winter?
- Cabins: all 18 have electric heat. They’re dry cabins, so bring bedding and warm layers. What a dry cabin is.
- RV sites: water stays on all winter, with 30 and 50 amp service at every site.
- Bathhouse and laundry: open all year, with hot showers.
- Office hours vary with the season, so call ahead: (605) 347-1134.
What is winter like in Sturgis?
Sturgis averages about 48 inches of snow a year, most of it between November and April. January averages a high of about 38°F and a low of about 15°F. Pack for cold nights and check the forecast before you drive, especially if you’re towing.
Can I ski near Sturgis?
Yes. Terry Peak Ski Area near Lead is 28 miles from camp (about 55 minutes). It usually opens in late November or early December and runs into late March or early April, depending on snow. The summit is 7,100 feet, with more than 25 trails.
Where can I snowmobile?
The Black Hills have about 350 miles of snowmobile trails groomed by South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks. The season runs December 15 to March 31, and grooming depends on snow. Riders from out of state need a $40 five-day permit or a valid snowmobile license from their home state.
Where can I go ice fishing?
Sheridan Lake, Pactola Reservoir and Deerfield Lake are the popular Black Hills ice-fishing lakes; Pactola and Deerfield hold lake trout. Closer to camp, Bear Butte Lake gets a fall stocking of catchable rainbow trout for ice anglers. Always check ice conditions before you go out.
What else is there to do in winter?
Deadwood (18 miles, about 25 minutes) stays open all year, with its history, restaurants and casinos and none of the summer crowds. The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum is open year-round on shorter winter hours, and Sturgis lights up for the holidays with a tree lighting and a Parade of Lights around the start of December. More to do in Sturgis.
Can I stay by the month?
Yes. RV sites by the month are $650 with 30 amp or $700 with 50 amp, and a limited number are available, so call (605) 347-1134. Nightly rates are on Rates & Policies.
Stay at Suzies Camp
Suzies Camp is a quiet, owner-run campground at I-90 Exit 34 near Sturgis, South Dakota: 18 dry cabins, 60 RV sites and 15 tent sites. See drive times to the whole Black Hills.