South Dakota RV Parks with EV Charging

South Dakota offers RV travelers Mount Rushmore, Badlands beauty, Black Hills majesty, and vast prairie landscapes. From Custer State Park to Wind Cave to Crazy Horse Memorial, the Mount Rushmore State provides memorable camping. Developing EV infrastructure requires planning, but the dramatic scenery makes it worthwhile for electric vehicle adventurers.

RV Camping in South Dakota

South Dakota features numerous state parks including Custer State Park with its scenic wildlife loop, Badlands National Park with otherworldly formations, Wind Cave National Park, and Lake Oahe recreation areas. Black Hills offer abundant camping from primitive to full hookups. Most campgrounds are seasonal due to harsh winters. Popular parks book far in advance for summer.

EV Charging Infrastructure in South Dakota

EV charging in South Dakota is limited, concentrated along I-90 and in larger towns like Rapid City, Sioux Falls, and Pierre. Black Hills area has improved for tourism but remains limited. Rural areas have little to no charging. Distances between services can be substantial. Plan routes carefully and charge whenever possible. Tesla Superchargers cover I-90 reasonably but other areas are challenging.

Planning Your EV RV Trip

South Dakota camping centers around summer (June-August) when weather is ideal and parks are open. Shoulder seasons can bring rapid weather changes. Popular Black Hills campgrounds book many months ahead. Sturgis Motorcycle Rally (early August) brings massive crowds - avoid this week unless participating. Plan charging carefully, especially in Black Hills and remote areas. Weather can change quickly in mountains. Carry layers and monitor forecasts. Consider visiting in early June or September for better availability.