A brown and black camping tent stands in a sunlit forest clearing, surrounded by green trees and foliage with sunlight filtering through the leaves.

Tent Camping

Tent Camping Near Mount Rushmore in the Black Hills

Fall asleep beneath a sky full of stars and wake to the quiet beauty of the Black Hills. Tent camping at Happy Holiday RV Resort offers the simplicity of the outdoors with the comfort and convenience that make your adventure easy.


Close to Adventure, Close to Comfort

Located just 14 miles from Mount Rushmore and 5 miles from Rapid City, our shaded tent sites place you near iconic landmarks while giving you a peaceful setting to recharge. Spend your day hiking scenic trails, spotting wildlife in Custer State Park, or exploring the Badlands — then return to your campsite to relax beneath the trees.


Classic Camping with Modern Conveniences

Tent camping doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort. Guests enjoy convenient access to clean restrooms and shower houses, updated facilities, and resort amenities designed to make your stay enjoyable.

  • Shaded Tent Sites
  • Clean Shower Houses & Restrooms
  • Access to Large Outdoor Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi Throughout the Resort
  • Peaceful, Rural Setting Off Highway 16

Evenings Under the Black Hills Sky

Gather around your campsite, listen to the quiet of the hills, and reflect on the day’s adventures. Tent camping at Happy Holiday blends classic outdoor experiences with the convenience of being centrally located to everything the region has to offer.


Your Adventure Starts Here

Reserve your tent site and experience the perfect balance of adventure and comfort near Mount Rushmore.

Panoramic view of a pine-covered valley framed by rocky cliffs, with rolling hills and distant mountains under a partly cloudy blue sky.

Open Year Round in the Black Hills

Unlike many seasonal campgrounds near Mount Rushmore, Happy Holiday RV Resort is open year round. From peak summer travel to quieter shoulder seasons, our amenities are designed to support your Black Hills getaway in every season.

A large beige and black RV is parked beside a picnic shelter with benches on gravel. Two white dogs stand nearby, and trees provide shade in the background. Camping supplies are on the picnic table.

Experience the Comfort for Yourself!

Book your RV site, cabin, motel room, or tent site today and discover how comfort and adventure come together at Happy Holiday RV Resort.