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- olfarmerExplorer IIOK, the weather doesn't look too bad next week. Can anyone recommend an RV park that they know will be open in mid October? Wifi and TV would be nice as it is going to be pretty cold at night.
- jamesuExplorer
olfarmer wrote:
Thanks all for your replies. Are there still RV parks open?
Just spent a week at Rafter J Bar in Hill City. Huge, open, meadow-like areas between camping loops and plenty of space between neighbors. Quiet. Clean and well-maintained. Fine staff. Great experience. One night they shut off the water as a freeze alert precaution and reminded everyone to unhook their water spigot hoses. All was well.
Weather can change quickly this time of year in the Black Hills. You just need to come prepared. - Tom_BarbExplorer
olfarmer wrote:
Thanks all for your replies. Are there still RV parks open?
Oh sure, you'll not be alone. - rbtgloveExplorerLived in Rapid City for a few years - Oct is a month that should be mild and better than the summer heat or winter cold but you could get about anything.
- olfarmerExplorer IIThanks all for your replies. Are there still RV parks open?
- accsysExplorerWe are currently in Custer State Park and it is a little warm. Last year we were here the first week in October and it was very nice. The weather can change rapidly so you can't really plan on anything other than it's a great place to visit. You just take your chances and go with the flow.
- mleekampExplorerShould be a great experience! We camped there few years ago last week of Sept...beautiful colors, cool at night and near 70 during day a few times. As mentioned, you might hit a freeze or two or even snow.
Big plus...less crowds; minus...some things are closed but the parks are open. - coolmom42Explorer IIShould be a beautiful time of year. Do go prepared for the worst, though. It's possible to get a fluke snowstorm.
- Tom_BarbExplorerTypical fall weather frost at night warming day times trees are in color. should be enjoyable
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