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Buffalo Chip Campground

20622 131st Avenue, Sturgis, SD 57785
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 March 2013 via mobile

Love the chip. They have the best concerts... awsome after parties.....i'll be the guy on the camo 850 polaris atv giving rides to each of the parties. The porta restrooms are not good but you can buy a pass for hot showers and clean restrooms which is worth it. Location is great. Just out if town right next to full... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
2 reviews
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2012

In a world where excitement and adventure has everywhere taken a backseat to safety and comfort, throwing your gear on the back of a motorcycle and heading out on the open road is the last truly wild frontier. There are very few places that we can travel and experience true adventure. At the summit of mount Everest you have to... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Director of bar operations and showcase entertainment at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
27 November 2012

Wow. That review literally gave some of the crew goosebumps reading it. You're words give light to some of the very reasons we exist. Visitors deserve more than the just the status quo, they deserve unique experiences that satisfy their intense desire to feel alive. Thank you for all of your well spoken words. And we look forward to seeing... More

Grand Rapids
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

The answer is YES! It was emanating from the restrooms. Those facilities at the Buffalo Chip may have been the worst I have ever been too. There was toilet paper and liquid feces covering the entire place. Everyone going in and out of there would either cover their mouths or try to hold their breath. Even if you didnt hold... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Director of bar operations and showcase entertainment at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
27 November 2012

Well, we're glad that "the rest of your time" was, as you said, "amazing", but we regret and apologize that you had a bad bathroom experience. We do hope that we can do better for you in the future. Please contact us directly so that we can find out specifically what outhouse you felt was neglected and approximately when you... More

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37 reviews 37 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2012

My husband and I have stayed at Chip a few times and love it. We missed a couple years because my husband had a heart attack but have returned. The staff has always been friendly and helpful. My husband is a disabled vet and has always been treated with the utmost respect. He very much appreciates the tributes to the... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Director of bar operations and showcase entertainment at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
27 November 2012

We're happy to hear you have such a wonderful time and that you appreciate the military tributes. They are dear to our hearts. Thank you so much for your kind words and support and we thank your husband for the service he has given us all. More

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2012

"I have just read many of the comments about the Buffalo Chip, and frankly I am wondering what those with negative comments were expecting. I have stayed at the Chip for the past three years and hope to return for many more. It has to be one of the best organized parties in the world. There is so much to... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Director of bar operations and showcase entertainment at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
27 November 2012

Awesome. Glad you like the military tributes. Glad you like the concerts. Glad you took the time for a suggestion. We're working on it. Really. Every year we aim for better. Keep on coming back and bring the smiles with you. More

Springhill, Louisiana
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2012

I traveled solo to the rally for the Legends Ride and the Biker Belles Ride. Had a blast on both. Was treated so well. I so enjoyed my day trips out to the Chip I will be staying there in 2013 and repeating the same. Loved the cross roads. There are always a few negatives with a large event and... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Director of Bar operations at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
17 October 2012

Wow. That's the second best review ever. Thanks so much and we'll see you on the Legends Ride and at the Biker Belles celebration next year. More

Jackson, Michigan
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 October 2012

Then reserve your tickets now, cause this is the place to be if you go to Sturgis Black Hills Bike Rally! 2012 was amazing, and yes, a bit dusty, however. The campground did go around with water trucks every day. With the amount of people in this camp, I was impressed with the restrooms. In the ladies restroom/shower (which were... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Director of Bar Operations and Showcase Entertainment at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
17 October 2012

Well that was pretty much the best review ever. Thank you. More

Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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39 reviews 39 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 September 2012

Even though it was very dry and it was overly dusty during our stay, I had a great time. The price you pay for a concert ticket includes lodging for the night. We were staying in a friends camper, but I must say half the time the water wasn't working and we blew electricity many times. The mid-morning trek into... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Director of Bars and Showcase Entertainment at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
27 September 2012

Glad you had a “great time” and thanks for taking the time to comment. You can read about all of “the good and the not so good” of the 2012 Rally from the owners perspective at BuffaloChip.Com>Home>Woody’s Message>2012. It’s a fascinating read, but the gist is 2012 was one of the biggest and best years ever. And with the... More

wi
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2012

Well this was my 3rd trip to the chip and will likly be my last. I have had less fun and been less entertained and charged more on each trip. It is still a great place to watch concerts but with all the bikes and GOLF CARTS (WTF) in the front it stops the people from being able to get... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Daymon Woodruff- Director of Bars and Showcase Entertainment at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
27 September 2012

We’re very surprised to hear this and hope there are just some misconceptions we can clear up. As a family business run by a crew of good people that enjoys the company of other good people, the Chip’s OBJECTIVE is really just to provide a valuable place for people to come together, have a good time, make some great friends,... More

WI
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 August 2012

the price you pay for the concerts is well worth going in. but the showers/toilets are very lacking at best. the pit toilets do not get cleaned at all though the week and cant be used after the third day. also the roads are none existent. i know we don't want super speedways as everyone will drive to fast but... More

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SturgisBuffaloChip, Daymon Woodruff - Director of Bar Operations at Buffalo Chip Campground, responded to this review
1 October 2012

Thank you for the review. What you commented on above will be discussed. Please feel free to contact us directly. Restrooms are always the hardest job, but every year the crew improves, the toilets improve, the hand wash stations improve. The Chip is hardly perfect, however one thing is for sure, every one of the crew and family dedicates to,... More

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Also Known As:
Buffalo Chip Campground Hotel Sturgis
Buffalo Chip Campground Hotel
Address: 20622 131st Avenue, Sturgis, SD 57785
Region: United States > South Dakota > Sturgis
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Ranked #2 of 8 Speciality lodging in Sturgis
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Sturgis Buffalo Chip®, known as the Largest Festival in Motorcycling™ and the Best Party Anywhere™, is a nine day concert venue and campground located on 560 acres 3 miles East of Sturgis, SD. It's concert series dates coincide with the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in August. The Sturgis Buffalo Chip's campground concert series hosts the the biggest names in music as well as tons of other activities such as Bikini Contests, fire dancers, zip lines, motorcycle jumpers, mud bog racers, motorcycle and guitar sweepstakes, Live DJ Dance club and go go dancers, midget bowling, karaoke. It's a must see, once in a lifetime, will never forget experience. ... more   less 

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