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Site 17 — Grizzly Bear Campground

Grizzly Bear Campground · South Dakota · Loop GRIZZLY CREEK

Campsite 17 at Grizzly Bear Campground in South Dakota. TENT ONLY NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 8 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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43.87652, -103.44100
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Vehicle Length
28
Max Num of Vehicles
1
Driveway Surface
Gravel
Driveway Entry
Back-In

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
8
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Single
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Shade
Full
Campfire Allowed
Yes

Photos from Grizzly Bear Campground

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Recycling
Recycling — USFS
1930's stone shelter pavilion
1930's stone shelter pavilion — USFS
1930's stone bathhouse
1930's stone bathhouse — USFS
Picnic Table Area
Picnic Table Area — USFS
Trash
Trash — USFS
Main Entrance Sign
Main Entrance Sign — USFS
Toilet
Toilet — USFS
Inside look at shelter pavilion
Inside look at shelter pavilion — USFS

Permitted Equipment

Tent

Booking Tips for Site 17

  • Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
  • Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
  • Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: 2:00 PM / 1:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 17?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site 17?

Maximum occupancy is 8 people and 1 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site 17?

Max vehicle length is 28 ft.

What hookups does site 17 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site 17?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 1:00 PM.

Can I have a campfire at site 17?

Campfires are allowed when no fire restrictions are in effect. Check current conditions before arrival.