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RV Reviews

Aug 23, 2023
Aug 23, 2023
We were part of a family gathering. The resort provided abundant camping facilities but also a lodge which several of our friends enjoyed.
Aug 23, 2023
There is so much to do & see here, we stayed an extra day. Plan on three or four days. So much fun!
Aug 23, 2023
Everything was clean , just a little pricey. Poor internet and cable.
Aug 23, 2023
Great stay!!
Aug 23, 2023
Very unlevel spot first night way to crowded no Wi-Fi shower not very clean to much for not even a full hookup I will never stay there again
Aug 23, 2023
If you are looking for things to do,,, this is the place to stay. If ground transportation is an issue, rent a UTV. A bit expensive, but worth it. It’s a blast. Use your UTV to see and go to everything there is to do here. You will need three to four days here. This is a great place to stay.
Aug 23, 2023
Amazing! Staff was great, rodeo was fun, and the trail ride was priced well and amazing. Stayed 2 nights because of the staff and facilities.
Aug 23, 2023
Great facility! The pull through was a little tight. The maintenance guys were fantastic. We put together a truck rack for our kayaks and the factory predrilled holes were off in one section and these gentleman came to our rescue and helped us get it to work so we could head out! Thanks again!
Aug 22, 2023
xcellent in every way
Aug 22, 2023
Aug 22, 2023
Aug 22, 2023
The facilities are really quite wonderful for families overall it really is thoughtfully crafted but our experience with our particular campsite was that it was far too crowded And Hard to maneuver so we were happy to be leaving
Aug 22, 2023
Everyone is very nice and helpful.
Aug 22, 2023
Everything was great except the grass by #90 was not cut so we were unable to use the picnic table and fire pit due to mosquitoes. That is along the stream and there were swarms of them that sat outside our camper. We really needed that as we had the kids and needed the use of those. The activities and campground was perfect for kids other than that.
Aug 22, 2023
Enjoyed the Rodeo. Met some interesting people. Staff was very accommodating. Overall a very nice campground situated in a scenic place.
Aug 21, 2023
Too pricey for older people. Great place for kids. The roods and campsite need more gravel, had a mud hole right where you park. Great staff.
Aug 21, 2023
It was great !!!!! Thank you see you next year
Aug 21, 2023
The campground was very well maintained and the amenities were great. The camping spaces were small, and that there was no shade trees by our campsite.
Aug 21, 2023
What an amazing place! Trail rides, chuckwagon dinners, pools, mini golf, everything you need. So close to Mt. Rushmore. Perfect campground.
Aug 21, 2023
We were there with five families, enjoyed the area and the amenities. The sites were very tight with so many large RV's. some of the amenities could use some updates. Overall, we really enjoyed out time.
Aug 21, 2023
It was nice except for the first night. There were some older kids riding and driving around in your rental carts yelling and just showing off. It was about 4 to 6 hanging off the cart. There was also a 2 wheel little motorized miny bike, he was trying to do wheeles and going fairly fast, It was getting dark, there was no way they would be able to stop. One for the speed both vehicles were going .
Aug 21, 2023
Enjoyed the peaceful setting amidst the Ponderosa Pines, the close proximity to area attractions, close proximity to excellent indoor and outdoor showers, the many available activities for families including pancake breakfast. Thank you for your help and graciousness in adjusting as we experienced unexpected health issues during our stay. We are exceedingly grateful.
Aug 21, 2023
We have brought the grandkids for the last few years and it seems like it is starting to go downill. They still love to take advantage of all the games but expecially the mini golf is in bad shape and a couple hole sare difficult to play because of the torn felt and chipped cement
Aug 21, 2023
Aug 21, 2023
This place is getting way too expensive. There are fees for everything, even a daily resort fee for activities whether you use them or not. Some sites are difficult to get into on the hill, and they are so packed together that in some cases you're "sharing" your site with another camper (sites on the hill by the rodeo arena). If you have children and a lot of money, this is your destination!
Aug 21, 2023
Aug 21, 2023
Was a great weekend. First time at palmer gulch will be coming back for sure. So many activities.
Aug 21, 2023
Too big
Aug 21, 2023
Aug 21, 2023
Site was very crowded with mud outside the camper. Our awnings would touch the camper next to us if we opened them. The bath houses were very nice and clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Plenty kids activities. Location is great but wouldn't recommend it unless you have kids.
Aug 20, 2023
Great location, so many things to do, wonderful place!
Aug 20, 2023
Great site all hookups worked well. Staff was very efficient and helpful . We used it as our base and saw many sites.
Aug 20, 2023
Great for families. Sites are tight. It was loud and boisterous for 2 adults. Wish we'd known to choose our site and to read the reviews. Unlikely to return.
Aug 20, 2023
My granddaughter and I enjoyed our stay here. In addition to being close to the places we wanted to visit, all the activities kept a 6 year old very busy. The campground was clean and very responsive to a problem I had with my tent site.
Aug 20, 2023
Aug 20, 2023
At check-in, Jose was fantastic. We had two separate reservations that were literally across the property from each other, but he helped us get closer for our only night there. Everything else left us wanting. We were placed far apart, but there were numerous open spaces where we should have been together originally. The dog pen was too small. The spaces were tight and stacked atop each other
Aug 20, 2023
The sites could be more level. It is very packt and narrow. There is no privacy.
Aug 20, 2023
Aug 19, 2023
The Mount Rushmore KOA at Palmer Gulch is wonderful. This was the third time we have stayed there. Took our friends this time and they are now planning their 40+ family member trip to stay there. There is something for everyone there! I highly recommend renting a Jeep from Mystic Gulch for a day and ABSOLUTELY doing the Chuck Wagon Dinner. This is a beautiful place and you will not be let down.
Aug 19, 2023
We were in site 500 and our friends 501 and the sites were great. The entertainment for kids was great. Ice cream shop was one of our favorites. We will be back next year. All the employees were wonderful. The guy that was in the bike shop deserves a big raise he was the best.
Aug 19, 2023
Aug 19, 2023
great resort but the first site we were assigned was terrible, moved to a w&e site which was nice but really unlevel
Aug 18, 2023
Bigger is not all ways better. Staff is not well trained. Rv sites are either in a field or side of a hill. Sites are small and not very level. If I was coming back to this area I would look elsewhere.
Aug 18, 2023
Aug 18, 2023
Great site. Easy to check in. Staff was very courteous. Weather was fantastic.
Aug 18, 2023
Grill beat up...lawn not maintained..play areas great tho...very expensive...paid for cable but it was pixelated n unwatchable..we chose an upgraded lot and were supposed to have cable
Aug 18, 2023
This is a beautiful camp ground and well maintained. Tons of activities for all ages. Would definitely stay here again. With that said, they do not answer their phones and when asked about why they do not answer their phones they simply say “oh, the phone hasn’t rang all day”! The biggest issue we had is the lack of information anyone at the campground had. Do your research!
Aug 18, 2023
The tent camp sites were all on a hill/slope making it very uncomfortable sleeping
Aug 18, 2023
Absolutely wonderful. Beautiful campgrounds with tons to do.
Apr 13, 2024
My experiences at KOA's have not been great...up until this point. We planned a Mt Rushmore trip, and I am 100% happy we chose the KOA to stay. 3 days and 4 nights. We went over Memorial Day weekend. You will get rain and some inclement weather. We packed most of our food, but we did partake in the pancake breakfast. Kid loved it. We rented a UTV for an afternoon for 2hrs. Worth it. You go on the back trails, and if you are adventurous enough, go on the gnarly trails too. You can drive UTV's on the open road here as long as yours is street legal with plates, I believe. This was the perfect base camp for the following activities in the area: Mt Rushmore, Bear Country, Keystone, Hill City, Rapid City, The 1880 Train (the train was ok, good for kids who haven't been on an old steamer.) The camp grounds themselves are great! Pool, shopping, horseback riding, little shops to visit. We made some really great memories here. Thanks, KOA! PS: Keep in mind, this area is 'Merica friendly...In other words, treat people right and you'll be treated right. Do not play games with the locals, the black hills are vast. Just sayin.
- Mike Menchaca on Google
Apr 09, 2024
This campground is awesome for everyone. We have been coming here for 5 years now at least one time year usually in August. We have 4 kids from age 5 to 15 and they all love it here. It has 2 pools playgrounds volleyball horseback riding utv rentals bike rentals restaurants ice cream shop small store for groceries and camping stuff wine shop and the kids love to play with all the other kids there. We don't have a camper so we stay in the cabins and they work great for the 6 of us. They have multiple bathrooms and shower house throughout the grounds to use and a laundry mat there. We never had any problems staying here and will keep coming back every year. There is a lot of things to do within an hour drive also. I would definitely recommend this place for people with kids of all ages.
- Adam J on Google
Mar 13, 2024
So cozy
- Aniruddha Khatod on Google