This Is the Most RV-friendly City in the U.S.-and It Has Wide Roads, Scenic Drives, and Easy Parking

"There are certain elements that every seasoned RVer looks for when planning their next drive: wide-open roads, beautiful views, friendly locals, and a comfortable place to park and unwind. And when it comes to understanding what RVers truly value, no one's more dialed in than RV Trader, a marketplace for buying and selling new and used RVs. Drawing from a deep well of resources and real-world insights, they named Rapid City, South Dakota as the 2025 RV City USA."

"With Rapid City as your basecamp, adventure is in every direction. To the south is the entrance to Custer State Park, where bison roam freely. From there, the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway takes off, a 68-mile loop with tunnels and bridges that cuts through the park and the surrounding Black Hills National Forest. Sights include the spiky Cathedral Spires, free roaming elk, and the byway's crown jewel: Mount Rushmore."

"For the latter, RV Trader shared a handful of local campgrounds that are particularly suited to RVers, including Rushmore Shadows Resort, Rapid City RV Park & Campground, and Lake Park Campground & Cottages, which is tucked alongside Canyon Lake. All four of their overnight recommendations have the elements RV travelers need: hookups, space, scenery, and plenty of on-site things to do, from playgrounds and pools to dog runs and laundry."

Rapid City, South Dakota received the 2025 RV City USA designation from RV Trader. Rapid City sits amid close access to Custer State Park, the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway, and Mount Rushmore. The Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway is a 68-mile loop with tunnels, bridges, Cathedral Spires, and wildlife such as elk and bison. Deadwood lies about 45 minutes north, offering Wild West history, saloons, and mining heritage. The town of roughly 80,000 residents provides wide roads, easy parking, restaurants, and welcoming campgrounds. Recommended campgrounds include Rushmore Shadows Resort, Rapid City RV Park & Campground, and Lake Park Campground & Cottages.

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