Steer Pasture Overlook Dispersed Camping
Buffalo Gap National Grassland
Write a Review Hwy 240 Wall, SD 57790 605-279-2125 308-432-0300 Official WebsiteGPS: 43.9123, -102.226
Overview of Steer Pasture Overlook Dispersed Camping
Please close cattle gate upon entering and leaving area. You should stay on designated roads that are indicated on the Grassland's MVUM (Motor Vehicle Use Map) Map. You can get this map at the Wall District NFS office or on the official NFS website for free
Accessibility is not guaranteed, always scout ahead before driving down dirt roads.
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Last Price Paid: $0
Reported by Steph on 10/18/2020
Longest RV Reported: 33 feet (Class A)
Reported by Jeneric Ramblings on 5/31/2016
Pad Type grass
Open Seasonally Yes
Elevation 2,952 ft / 899 m
Max Stay 14
Tent Camping Yes
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Reviews of Steer Pasture Overlook Dispersed Camping 33 people have reviewed this location.
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“Beautiful and windy! ”
Reviewed 10/18/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
We stayed here October 13 for 5 nights. The weather was sunny and warm when we arrived and blanketed with snow when we left :) There isn’t the cattle fence anymore at the entrance; just drive over the cattle guard. We turned left as turning right was crowded the whole time we camped. Loved the easy access to the Park. The wind was pret... more
We stayed here October 13 for 5 nights. The weather was sunny and warm when we arrived and blanketed with snow when we left :) There isn’t the cattle fence anymore at the entrance; just drive over the cattle guard. We turned left as turning right was crowded the whole time we camped. Loved the easy access to the Park. The wind was pretty intense for at least 24 hours and then we got a snow storm. We’ll be back. It is a worthwhile experience.
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Steph would stay here again
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“Warm breezes and stunning views.”
Reviewed 10/9/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
We stayed here on a Thursday (9/24/2020). The weather was perfect and the views great. Many rigs comfortably spread out along the rim and interior. We only stayed one night as we were heading accross country on a timeline, but would love to have stayed for several days. Perfect for visiting both Wall and Badlands. Will stay here a... more
We stayed here on a Thursday (9/24/2020). The weather was perfect and the views great. Many rigs comfortably spread out along the rim and interior. We only stayed one night as we were heading accross country on a timeline, but would love to have stayed for several days. Perfect for visiting both Wall and Badlands. Will stay here again next time passing through.
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Boondock Ramblers would stay here again
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“Warm breezes and stunning views.”
Reviewed 10/9/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
We stayed here on a Thursday (9/24/2020). The weather was perfect and the views great. Many rigs comfortably spread out along the rim and interior. We only stayed one night as we were heading accross country on a timeline, but would love to have stayed for several days. Perfect for visiting both Wall and Badlands. Will stay here a... more
We stayed here on a Thursday (9/24/2020). The weather was perfect and the views great. Many rigs comfortably spread out along the rim and interior. We only stayed one night as we were heading accross country on a timeline, but would love to have stayed for several days. Perfect for visiting both Wall and Badlands. Will stay here again next time passing through.
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Boondock Ramblers would stay here again
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“Beautiful & Fascinating”
Reviewed 10/9/2020
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
Stunning views, easy to find boondocking. We had great weather in late 9/2020 but heard you have to be careful if lots of rain.
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marieP would stay here again
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“Awesome!”
Reviewed 9/9/2020
| Nightly rate: | FREE! |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
Better than any pic or words can describe!
Chael would stay here again
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“Nice spot to enjoy The Badlands”
Reviewed 9/8/2020
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
We spent one night there and really enjoyed it. As others have posted, it’s best to take the south entrance to this area. The north entrance will get you there but will take you a bit longer and is rougher. Lots of campers there (was Saturday night of Labor Day weekend) but we experienced no drawbacks to that. Awesome views of The Badl... more
We spent one night there and really enjoyed it. As others have posted, it’s best to take the south entrance to this area. The north entrance will get you there but will take you a bit longer and is rougher. Lots of campers there (was Saturday night of Labor Day weekend) but we experienced no drawbacks to that. Awesome views of The Badlands and The Milky Way. This spot is only about a 5 minute drive from the north entrance to the national park.
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mds4752 would stay here again
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“AWESOME- highly recommended ”
Reviewed 9/6/2020
| Days stayed: | 1 |
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Absolutely no complaints, views spectacular, big horn sheep everywhere. Please be advised not to stay if high winds are forecasted as there is no cover.
The Vilhauers would stay here again
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“Great views, easy access, quiet”
Reviewed 9/4/2020
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
Without wind, it was buggy, but that was the only downside. I wouldn’t attempt the road coming in if it’s been raining recently — it would be no fun in the mud — but totally doable when dry. Plenty of room and super convenient to the Badlands.
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whitney would stay here again
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“Great place. Use upper entrance by towers on left”
Reviewed 9/4/2020
| Days stayed: | 3 |
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Great place to stay. Use upper entrance by towers on left as coming from Wall. Could be slick in rain but not bad dry. Lots of big rigs have made it. Lower entrance is longer and muddier. Look out for small signs in tires marking end of moterized access.
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James would stay here again
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“Gorgeous Badlands view ”
Reviewed 8/17/2020
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
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There were a ton of campers on a Saturday night when we rolled in but still plenty of room...even right on the edge where we pulled up with our van and trailer. The views are incredible and the stars at night are gorgeous!
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Joe H. would stay here again
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“Awesome but temporarily closed due to bad campers”
Reviewed 6/25/2018
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
Near as I can tell this is the same area as nomad view one is left the other right at the junction all same fenced field. THIS AREA IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED TILL JULY 9TH OR 10TH 2018 Camped in this area, it is beautiful. District Ranger came by and said that they have been having lots of trouble with people not closing the gate. Th... more
Near as I can tell this is the same area as nomad view one is left the other right at the junction all same fenced field.
THIS AREA IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED TILL JULY 9TH OR 10TH 2018
Camped in this area, it is beautiful. District Ranger came by and said that they have been having lots of trouble with people not closing the gate. This lead to cows getting out on the busy road (HWY 240) multiple times. Due to the safety issue, they were closing the area.
The ranger was super nice and indicated that this was a popular area that needed some study by the forest service.
Too bad that thoughtless campers have closed this area as it is so nice and very close to the badlands
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tbair would stay here again
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