Ellsworth Air Force Base FamCamp

Ellsworth AFB, South Dakota

About

Ellsworth Air Force Base FamCamp is a military recreation facility located on Ellsworth AFB in South Dakota, offering affordable camping for authorized patrons. The campground features 51 total sites including 21 pull-through sites (70 feet) and 30 back-in sites (51-68 feet), all equipped with 30/50-amp power, water, and sewage hookups. Amenities include a reception center, free Wi-Fi, dog run, bathhouse with complimentary laundry facilities, and propane fire pits are permitted. The park is ideally situated within approximately one hour of major Black Hills attractions including Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, and Custer State Park. Visitors must have base access to make reservations, which can be booked up to six months in advance with stays limited to 30 days at a time (up to 180 days annually). The facility welcomes active duty military, authorized users, and pets, making it an excellent base for exploring South Dakota's scenic attractions.

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Pull-Through Sites
• Back-In Sites
• 30 Amp Sites
• 50 Amp Sites
• Full Hookup RV Sites
• Tent Sites
• Overflow Sites

Local Attractions

• Mount Rushmore
• The Badlands
• Custer State Park
• Black Hills of South Dakota
• Air and Space Museum