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Best Places to Stay in Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2022

Best Places to Stay in Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2022

Best Places to Stay in Sturgis Motorcycle Rally 2022

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The 82nd Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is scheduled to take place on the first week of August 2022. This motorcycle rally is a yearly event that gives motorcycle enthusiasts a chance to cruise to their heart’s content and experience the magnificence of Sturgis in the Black Hills region of South Dakota.

1. When is the 2022 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally?

In 2016, the Sturgis City Council decided that the motorcycle would begin on the first Friday of August each year.

In 2022, the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally will begin on August 5th, so participants can enter the city of motorcycle magnificence before this date. The 10-day-long-event will end on August 14.

It is highly expected that this year, the Sturgis Rally will host more than 500,000 participants, so gear up for the world’s best motorcycle destination.

2. Where is the 2022 Sturgis Rally Being Held?

The 16th largest city in western South Dakota, Sturgis is nestled in the stunning Black Hills. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally takes place in this area close to scenic motorcycle routes and national parks nearby.

Here is a map with an overview of the 2022 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally’s layout:

Moreover, you can also travel to some of the best motorcycle rides close to Sturgis. While the ride in the Black Hills is free, you have to pay a small entrance fee for the motorcycle rides mentioned below:

Motorcycle Rides Near Sturgis Entry Fee
Spearfish Canyon Free
Devils Tower $20
Custer Park $10
Mount Rushmore $10
$5 Discount for Seniors
Needles Highway $10
Crazy Horse $7
Canyon Ride Free
Vanocker Canyon Free

Also Read: Top 13 Riding Routes at Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

3. How Much Does the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Cost?

There is no admission fee for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Some of the biggest concerts that will be held at the Iron Horse Saloon, the Full Throttle Saloon, and other events will be free of cost once you buy the wrist bands or admission passes to the specific campgrounds at meagre costs. So you can enjoy the fun events for free, and frugally plan your rally itinerary to minimize the cost of accommodation, food, drinks, camping, and other costs related to your itinerary.

Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the extravagant Buffalo Chip as the admission pass is expensive compared to other venues.

In this article, we will guide you to the best places at the 2022 Sturgis, so you can have comfortable lodging after the day’s activities.

4. Best Places to Stay at the 2022 Sturgis Rally

There are several accommodation options for you to consider while planning your adventurous Sturgis Rally experience. To help you make the best decision, Viking Bags brings you a list of places to stay for the duration of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

4.1 Pappy Hoel Campground (PHC)

There is no better place to stay during the motorcycle rally than the official Sturgis Rally Campground after a long ride. This relaxing venue is surrounded by the breathtaking Black Hills. From plain grassy camping sites to lavish resorts, the Pappy Hoel Campground has something for everyone.

Even if you plan to skip the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and ride by yourself around the Black Hills and South Dakota motorcycle roads, you will find the best accommodation at the PHC.

For admission to the Sturgis Rally Campground, you need to reserve a site and purchase a wristband that will work as your pass and ticket to the Full Throttle Saloon concerts.

Available Accommodation Options

  • Tent Camping
  • RV Camping
  • Camper Renting

Benefits for Harley Owner Group Members

Members of Harley Owners Group are given exclusive benefits. Other than your stunning Harley motorcycle, you will get the following perks:

  • An exclusive invitation to the HOG welcome party.
  • 10% discount on wristbands.
  • Daily lucky draws for exciting gifts.
  • Discounted drinks at the HOG bar.
  • Other perks will be announced soon.

For reservations and information about pricing and facilities, use the following contact information:

Pappy Hoel Campground Contact - (Sturgis Rally Campground)
Official Website Links https://sturgismotorcyclerally.com/places-to-stay/ https://pappyhoelcampground.com/
Address 1040 Harley Davidson Way
Sturgis, South Dakota 57785
Call 605-720-0800
Email info@sturgismotorcyclerally.com

4.2 Buffalo Chip Campground

For the most exciting Sturgis Rally experience, the Buffalo Chip Campground is the most popular place to stay. Even more so in 2022 as the “Best Party Anywhere” event will spring to life at this campground on specified dates. So you get a vibrant place to camp, party, and listen to world-class music.

  Buffalo Chip Pass

If you want to attend the camping activities, concerts, and other events organized at the Buffalo Chip Campground, then you need to purchase a pass. A pass can cost from $60 to $380 depending on the type of package you choose and the number of days you are going to attend.

There is a full festival package, a three-day package, and a one-day package. The prices of the full festival and other packages are subject to change if you do not buy them soon.

Rates of Buffalo Chip Full Festival Pass
August 1-14 $380
August 6-14 $350
August 8-14 $320
Once you buy the campground pass, other activities are free.
Rates of Buffalo Chip 3-Day Package
August 5-7 $205
August 8-10 $205
August 11-13 $190
To book your pass, visit: here.
Rates of Buffalo Chip 1-Day Package
The one-day package ranges from $60 to $75.
Get information here.

You may find accommodation at the Buffalo Chip Campground a bit expensive, but access to concerts and other fun events are a bonus with this camping location.

Find out the list of bands and concerts at the 2022 Sturgis Rally to decide whether you should buy the Buffalo Chip pass.

BUFFALO CHIP CAMPGROUND CONTACT
To purchase the pass or for more information, visit the following website: Sturgis Rally Campground Admission Passes

4.3 Ride N Rest Campground

If loud music and crazy concerts aren’t your things, then Black Hill’s No.1 campground, Ride N Rest, might be your kind of place to stay.

At Ride N Rest, you get clean grounds, a well-maintained shower house, a filling breakfast, and a mouth-watering world-class steak dinner. You can opt for tent camping, book full RV hookups, deluxe cabins, and even try dry camping. Other amenities include the pole barn houses, kitchen, general store, bar, and dining.

Ride N Rest Campground
Accommodation
Options
Price Facilities
Tent Camping 1 Day: $20/biker
10 Days: $125/biker
Shaded Areas
View of Bear Butt Creek
Additional Charges for electricity
Tent will not be provided
 
Cabin Rent Head Cabin: $2,000. The price of four wristbands is included. For 1-6 people
Electricity
Air Conditioning
Loft & Bunk Bed
Easy access to the bathroom and showers.
Bedsheets, pillows, towels, and blankets will not be provided
Deluxe Cabin: $1.200 per guest.

An additional $125 will be charged for an extra person.

For 1-2 people
Electricity
Air Conditioning
Bedsheets, pillows, towels, and blankets will not be provided
Deposit is required for advanced booking of cabins.
RV Hookups Full Hook Up: $800 including two wristbands   Full Electric Hookup
Water
Sewer
Trailer parking
Large open spaces
Electric & Water Sites: $800 including two wristbands No sewer
RV Generator Sites: $450 including two wristbands No electricity, water, sewer.
Rally House Call for booking and pricing Four Bedrooms
Garage
2.5 Bathrooms
Kitchen
Laundry Room
Family Room

All accommodations are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis, so book your place now.

RIDE N READY CAMPGROUND CONTACT
Official Website https://ridenrest.com/
Address 20494 State Hwy 79
Sturgis, SD 57785
Call (605) 490 - 8292 (main number)
Or
(630) 373 - 5863 (alternate number)
Email aridenrest@gmail.com

4.4 Other Campgrounds

The Shade Valley Resort and the Steel Pony Campground & Resort offer similar accommodation options, free music and activities.

For more information, visit their official websites to see if they can offer you the ideal lodging during the 2022 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

SHADE VALLEY RESORT CONTACT
Official Website https://shadevalley.com/
Address Shade Valley Camp Resort
20158 137th Place
Sturgis, South Dakota 57785
Call 605-347-5556
Email shadevalley@gmail.com
STEEL PONY CAMPGROUND & RESORT CONTACT
Official Website https://steelponycampground.com/
Address 12997 Highway 34
Sturgis, South Dakota 57785
Call 18669024537
Email info@steelponycampground.com

4.5 The Sturgis Lodge & Suites

The Sturgis Lodge & Suites is located at Exit 32 in the city of Sturgis so you won’t have any difficulty finding it. Moreover, the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame is only a 15-minute walk from the lodge. In addition to a warm room and a comfy bed, this lodge features microwaves, free Wi-Fi internet, refrigeration, laundry services, an indoor swimming pool, vehicle or RV parking, and a soothing ambiance.

Breakfast

A hearty breakfast is served with scrambled eggs, yogurt, hot/cold cereal, waffles, and sausages.

Swimming Pool & Hot Tub

To soothe your back sores and aching body, a dip in the hot tub and swimming pool is all you need. A facility is readily available at the Sturgis Lodge & Suites.

Nearest Sightseeing Opportunities

Location Avg. Distance/Time from The Sturgis Lodge & Suites
Devils Tower 80 miles
Mount Rushmore 80 km
Deadwood 18 km
Spearfish Canyon 35-minute ride
Bear Butte Park 6-minute ride
Downtown Sturgis 1 mile

For reservation, pricing, and other information, use the following contact information:

Sturgis Lodge & Suites Contact
Official Website https://sturgislodgeandsuites.net/
Address 2431 Junction Avenue
Sturgis, SD 57785
Call 605-347-3604
Open 24 Hours

4.6 Days Inn Sturgis - By Wyndham

To experience the beauty of Sturgis’s daunting mountains, the best place to stay during the motorcycle rally is none other than Days Inn.

The hotel is situated near the I-90 Intersection and the Boulder Canyon Highway. The hotel is the best place to enjoy the wilderness and reach major tourist attractions.

Facilities
Free breakfast
32-inch flat-screen
Free Wi-Fi

Nearest Sightseeing Opportunities
Other than participating in the Sturgis motorcycle rally, you can visit the following destinations:

  1. Bear Butte Park: Made of igneous rocks, this beautiful mountain is separate from the Black Hills and was a sacred place for Native Americans.
  2. Crazy Horse Memorial: It is the largest mountain-carved monument in the world and is considered the eighth Wonder of the World.
  3. Broken Boot Gold Mine: A beautiful cavern carved out with dynamite explosions.
  4. Beautiful Wonderland Cave: It is said that the cave was once the bed of an ancient sea.

Pricing: You can get a room for as low as $139 per night, and a suite for as low as $150 per night.
For reservation and more information, you can use the following contact information:

Days INN Sturgis
Official Website https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/days-inn
Call (800) 225- 3297

4.7 Rent a House for the 2022 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

If you are planning to attend the rally with your family, then perhaps you should consider renting a house. This way, you can retire somewhere peaceful for the night to avoid wild parties and raucous crowds.

Jacob’s Home near Whitewood

This beautiful white house is located near downtown Whitewood and is a great place for families to stay.

Facilities

  • Three bedrooms
  • Fenced yard featuring outdoor lights and grill set with gas and a fire pit
  • Two full bathrooms
  • Minimum stay: two nights

Kolar’s Home Near Spearfish Downtown

Another great rental is located near downtown Spearfish. This 3000 sq. ft home is conveniently close to the access ramp next to the interstate.

Facilities

  • Five bedrooms
  • Three bathrooms
  • Deck for grill
  • Laundry room
  • RV parking
  • Garage for bikes
  • Kitchen
  • Minimum stay - two nights

Reservation

You can reserve these homes through Black Hills Vacation or any other Sturgis trip planning agency.

5. Black Hills Vacation for Convenient Cabin Rentals & Room Bookings

If you don’t want to stay at a campground during the 2022 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, then you can always rent a cabin or a hotel room. And if that seems like too much work, you can always ask for Black Hills Vacations’s services.

From the Black Hills, Spearfish Canyon, Rapid City, and Downtown Sturgis, Black Hills Vacation will help you find the best accommodation at exclusive discounts and affordable prices.

6. Campground vs Hotel - Which Accommodation Option Is Better for the 2022 Sturgis Rally?

The Sturgis Rally covers a large area, and many participants get overwhelmed by the vast selection of accommodation options.

For motorcycle enthusiasts, the best places to stay would be the Sturgis campgrounds. You will be closest to nature, revving engines, upbeat music, and a vibrant community. Moreover, it is less expensive compared to renting a cabin or getting a hotel room as you won’t have to pay extra to attend concerts, parties, and other exciting events.

Not to mention, the hotels in Sturgis make the most revenue from the influx of riders during the rally season. As a result, they charge at a much higher rate than normal. A hotel room can charge anywhere from $350 to $500 per night for just one person.

So if you are on a tight budget, using an RV, trailer, or tent camping is the best way to save money while at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

In addition to saving money, you will have access to the Sturgis Rally’s best entertainment for up to two weeks in less than what you would have paid for one night’s stay.

If you are attending with friends or family, then the best option would be renting a house for up to $2,500.

7. Takeaway

There are several amazing places to stay during the Sturgis Rally but if you want an authentic experience at the rally, then the Pappy Hoel or the Buffalo Chip Campground is your pick. On the other hand, for a relaxing experience, the Ride N Rest Campground is the best option.

Compare the prices and facilities and see which site is worth your time and money.

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