Rafter J Bar Ranch Comprehensive Campground Review // Hill City, South Dakota [EP 71]

What do you picture in your mind when you think of the perfect mountain campground resort? Do you picture stunning mountain scenery and lots of trees? Are there lots of amenities? Is there quick access to lots of adventures? Rafter J Bar Ranch is an incredible blend ot serenity and access nestled in the Black Hills of southwestern South Dakota. Come along as we explore all of what this property has to offer.
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[@dereklonewolf9011]

Great video guys / gals we are booked in this August, we stayed at horsethief campground a few yrs ago np. But looking forward to our group camping there. 73+ 🍁Manitoba hunter Yorkshire expat

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Have fun! Rafter J is simply awesome. I can't wait to get back to South Dakota!!!!

[@LivinginOurNow]

Wow this may be most scenic, spread out RV campground we've ever seen! Making us second-guess our reservations we made for next summer when we visit Mt. Rushmore. Thanks for sharing all the great information :)

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

If you are up in that area, you should pull in and check it out. We were super happy there and can't wait to go back! Happy camping and safe travels.

[@rafterjbarranchrvresort2294]

Thank you for such a lovely review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to you returning! We shared this under our non-sponsored guest reviews and your video for the Mickelson Trail on our new KZbin Channel. Thank you again!

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Awesome! Glad that you found our review. We had a wonderful time and can't wait to come back again soon. The area is incredible and your beautiful property was the perfect launching point for us. Blessings to you in 2022!

[@rickardee8539]

Love your Goldwing! Great area to ride!

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

It is a beautiful area to ride. Our motorcycle trip to South Dakota was one of our favorites.

[@ldakotatransplant6485]

Thanks for the video, just a quick update on the facility; I called them to inquire about a tent site and was informed they no longer offer tent camping.

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

That's a bummer. It is definitely set up for RV camping. Sorry to hear about the lack of tent sites.

[@MRHEAT20]

Had to watch it again

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Makes our day! 😊

[@terryadams1830]

Neat place! Great video, as usual! Thanks!

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Thank you so much. It was definitely a beautiful place to stay!

[@darlinda9566]

Beautiful. Eye Candy. Editing maestro. In other words, great vid. :)

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Wow! Thank you so much for the incredibly nice comments. We loved our time at Rafter J and we hope to be back again sometime soon. Thanks again for watching and leaving such a supportive comment. 😊

[@SandiFrankie]

2018 We traveled to Custer SP very fun week with our Grandaughter saw and did a lot. Highly recommend this area.

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

We certainly recommend it as well. It is an absolutely beautiful area with so many things to do. Thank you for watching and leaving a comment!

[@horizon42q]

We drove thru when we were out there in July. It was very nice. We stayed at Rushmore Shadows RV Resort. We felt it was closer to the groceries. It was more centrally locates to explore all the great places. I must say I was impressed with Rafter J. Rushmore Shadows had the best Big Rig sites , also, you can get the local TV. The only negative was their poor WiFi.

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Thanks for the update. Sounds like you found a nice place as well. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Happy camping!

[@sherriewilson4379]

Commented on your Mickelson trail video sharing that we had biked the same route and really enjoyed the ride. We stayed at J Bar as well, great campground and access to the trail is perfect. We will be back next summer

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

That’s awesome! We hope to return soon as well.

[@grandlakephil]

Cool. We stayed there 3 years ago. Was in the lower ranch area. Hope you took the old train ride. My wife and 2 grandkids did while I drove ahead and set up the tripod and camera to get some videos. Enjoy

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Very cool! We did not take the train ride, but are looking forward to going back there at some point in the future. So much to do in the area! Thank you for watching and leaving a comment.

[@MRHEAT20]

Another great review- thanks

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Thanks, Ed! It is an amazing place.

[@jf9870]

We stopped by this weekend... very pretty. But was told that there is no tent camping. Very disappointing. Would have been a great place for a family vacation.

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Sorry to hear that. Hopefully, you could find the opportunity to stay in one of the cabins or in a camper. We love the access to the area and the amenities at the campground!

[@dianaabbatecola6385]

Great information. The music tho

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Thanks, Diana. It truly is a wonderful place to stay when you are in the area. What kind of music do you want? 😜

[@dianaabbatecola6385]

@@TodayisanAdventureDay let’s hear some Zeppelin, Segar, good Classic Rock or some Country 😁 thanks for asking!

[@cherryvoliva5458]

I want to go to SD now! :)

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

So do we! We cannot wait to get back there! We are currently in the desert southwest and miss the cooler temperatures in the Dakotas!

[@RVHobos]

Fine video. We were in the area the first couple weeks in July. The area is truly beautiful. Did you go to Wall? We boondocked in the Badland Grasslands, about 3 miles outside of Wall. Beautiful.

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Yes, we have been to Wall a couple of times. Quite the place! We would love to do some boondocking there once our rig is set up to do so. Happy camping!

[@mikicourier5946]

Very informative, thank you. Do they have any paved sites? My husband is in a wheelchair and gravel sometimes is difficult for him and if it rains grass/mud is a no go.

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

I do not recall seeing any paved sites, but my recommendation would be for you to contact the ranch. Hopefully, they could accommodate you. We were very impressed with the entire place and the staff was very friendly.

[@jrbast]

What’s the best time of year to go here.

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

That’s a great question. I bet it changes so much various times of the year. The ranch is expansive enough that even when it is at full capacity there is plenty of “elbow room”. We loved our time there!

[@ODiddy67]

Have you thought of making a page on Pinterest and cross-promoting your channel there? I pinned this to my "campground" page. It'd give a second platform's algorithm to grow your youtube channel? I obviously think you have quality and can get more people who will enjoy your videos!

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

That is a great suggestion! I had not thought of that. Thank you so much for helping to spread the word about our channel. 😊

[@bobbybooshay8641]

Verizon works all over the camp. AT&T is substandard so yeah, it won't work there.

[@TodayisanAdventureDay]

Thanks for the update! We just love the area and can’t wait to get back there to camp!

[@LeonAllanDavis]

Dunno...just checked their website. $75 per night. I didn't see anything for .a month or three months. $2.000 a month is kind of steep. Even half that is too much. And their "Deluxe" sites are a cool $100. On the positive side, it keeps out the riffraff. The Deplorables and Irredeemables. Like me. .

[@ldakotatransplant6485]

Yep, and they no longer allow us low life, smelly, tent campers in.