Answers
1. What are the dates for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for 2012?
The official dates of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally for 2012 are August 6th through the 12th.
Although the "official" dates of the rally always fall on the first full-week of August, many
riders come the week or weekend before the official Monday start to avoid the crowds and have
ample travel time to get back home be the end of the week.
2. What are the dates the Broken Spoke Campground is going to be open?
The Broken Spoke Campground will be open from noon on Monday, July 30th through Sunday,
August 12th.
3. How far are you away from the town of Sturgis?
The Broken Spoke Campground is located at the northeast base of Bear Butte State Park, on
highway 79, approximately 11 miles from the city of Sturgis. For a map and more information,
visit our
location page.
4. Do you have daily or weekly rates?
No, we do not have daily or weekly rates. Due to the large volume of campers, the Broken
Spoke Campground offers a flat (economical) thirteen-day rate good from July 30th through August 12th no matter how long, or how short you stay in between those dates.
5. Can I have guests?
Yes. Guests to the Broken Spoke Campground will be allowed into the Saloon, Pool and other public areas. However, they will
not be allowed into the camping areas without a wrist band.
6. Can I reserve a specific RV site?
Requests can be given to reserve a specific RV site, but not guaranteed.
7. Can I reserve a specific camping site?
No. The general camping area at the Broken Spoke Campground is open acreage meaning general
camping "sites" are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Campers simply go find a spot they
like in our open acreage and set up there.
8. What can I put on my RV site?
The RV sites at the Broken Spoke Campground are large pull-through
sites. Campers may put anything inside their site such as motorcycles, trailers, tents etc.,
as long as you do not extend past your allotted space.
9. What can I put on my camping site?
As mentioned earlier, the general camping area at the Broken Spoke Campground is open acreage.
There is plenty of room for your motorcycles, vehicles, tents and trailers.
10. Will I be able to ship my gear to / from the Broken Spoke Campground?
Yes, you can ship your gear to and from the Broken Spoke Campground through our partner Rapid Pak N' Mail.
For more information
click here.
11. Can I have a campfire or bonfire?
Meade County has passed an "open burning" ordinance, which prohibits campers to have
campfires or bonfires at the Broken Spoke Campground. However, the campground will allow gas and charcoal grills.
12. Can I bring my pet?
Yes, pets are allowed at the Broken Spoke Campground. Please be mindful of your neighbors and
keep all areas free from doggie droppings. We suggest you bring a current rabies and
vaccination records with your pet.
13. Can I bring my children?
In the past we left it up to the discretion of the parents as to whether they wanted to allow their children
in a biker's party environment, but the feedback, and in fact hostility, from many of the patrons that objected
to teens and children at the campground resounded so forcefully that we changed our policy. We cannot guarantee
an appropriate atmosphere for one so young and our customers feel that this is the one time of year they have to
"let their hair down" and minors infringe upon their adult party. As a result, we have decided that minors (under 18)
will not be allowed to camp or use the pool.