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Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Cosmos Mystery Area
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living/Dining Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.

Location! Location! Location! Yak Ridge Cabins are situated in a spectacular setting in the heart of the Black Hills with easy access to hundreds of Black Hills attractions and adventures.
This 2-bedroom / 1-bathroom custom cabin sleeps up to 6 and features upscale amenities for a comfortable stay in your home away from home. We pride ourselves in providing super clean and comfortable cabins in an ideal location. The cabin is a hidden treasure for you to enjoy.
The cabin offers a full kitchen and full bathroom (tub/shower), WiFi, heat/AC, campfire pit, electric range, microwave, coffee makers, toaster, cookware, dishware, glassware, utensils, satellite TV/DVD, all linens for beds, bath, and kitchen, propane grill, covered porch, outdoor seating, picnic table, and more. For your safety there are no steps or bunk beds. Prior to your arrival, you will receive a personal key code for contactless check-in to your cabin. Enjoy watching deer and turkey from your covered patio.
Verizon and ATT towers in the area provide for excellent cell service.
Enjoy mountain and meadow views, star-studded skies, and wildlife on this picturesque 10-acre property. Centrally located to major attractions and less than a mile from Highway 16, your stay at Yak Ridge provides the best of both worlds – easy access as well as peace and tranquility. Open year round and 5-star rated.
Major Black Hills attractions/communities near the cabin include: Mt Rushmore / Keystone (5 miles); Hill City (10 minutes), Rapid City (20 minutes), Crazy Horse, Custer, and Custer State Park (30 minutes), Jewell and Wind Cave National Parks (45 minutes) Deadwood and Spearfish (60 minutes), Badlands National Park (60 minutes), and Devil’s Tower National Monument (90 minutes).
Looking for additional nights or another cabin for family and friends? See details below to see our other three cabins. Copy and paste the links into your browser or enter the property idea into VRBO.
We look forward to having you stay at Yak Ridge!
Cabin 2 (studio w/ full kitchen and bathroom – sleep up to 2 adults and 2 young children) https://www.vrbo.com/713096
Cabin 3 (2 bedroom / 1 bath - sleeps up to 6) https://www.vrbo.com/741538
Cabin 4 (2 bedroom / 2 bathroom – sleeps up to 6) https://www.vrbo.com/1337653

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire and fireplace. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire and fireplace. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Well behaved children of all ages are welcome
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Events

No events allowed
No events. Only registered guests are permitted.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets are NOT permitted in the cabins or property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is NOT permitted in cabins or on property
To avoid cleaning fees, guests are required to leave their cabin essentially as they found it, empty trash, wash dishes, hang towels, and lock doors.
All guests expressly assume the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises and responsibility for charges to repair any damages made.
Guests that violate policies and house rules are subject to eviction, financial penalties, and no refund for any unused nights.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No events. Only registered guests are permitted.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this cabin is in a rural area and near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Rushmore and Black Hills National Forest. Cosmos Mystery Area and National Presidential Wax Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Cosmos Mystery Area - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Custer State Park - 20 min drive - 21.8 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Café - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Miner Brewing Company - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Powder House - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.?

As of 11 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. on 18 Apr, 2026 start from S$302, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Cosmos Mystery Area and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Gutzon Borglum Historical Center. Big Thunder Gold Mine and National Presidential Wax Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Candice V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

Cabin and property location are perfect. Highly recommend this cabin, you won't be disappointed. 5 stars for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Property was easy to find and perfect location. Cabin was clean and just as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was great! All the necessities we needed and it was very clean. The owners were so kind and answered questions right away. Quiet location yet minutes from restaurants and activities. We stayed for the Sturgis Bike Rally and there was enough room for truck and trailer parking.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naaren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin, perfect location

We loved it here! The cabin was clean and quiet. Very close to everything. Owners are very nice. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene and Sophisticated

The cabin exceeded our expectations. It was the perfect setting for our family to land between sight seeing and touring local monuments. Our kids enjoyed the campfire and the surrounding area to walk and play. Woukd recommend to anyone looking for a well-maintained, relaxing, and well stocked living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin in the woods

Wonderful property, central location to all the black hills has to offer. Very clean and comfortable for a family of four. Would highly recommend if you are visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Our cabin was so cute and very clean! It was very private and had everything we needed. Our hosts left a cute gift basket for us and toiletries in the bathroom. I would definitely stay there again. It’s very close to Mt. Rushmore and many other attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas vacation

Cabin was great and seeing the farm animals was fun too. I highly recommend these cabins for anyone traveling to the area. Central location made it easy to go any direction for sightseeing or food locations. Hosts we're great and provided everything we could have needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

Pictures don’t do this place justice! Comfy beds. Clean cabin. Central location. All the needed amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little Oasis

What a wonderful quaint cabin that is in the perfect location to all of South Dakota’s adventures. Our host had everything we could have needed! The kids especially loved the campfire area. Highly recommend this perfect little oasis! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Step hen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cabin

We enjoyed our stay. Great location centrally located in the Black Hills. Had everything we needed. Quiet setting. Saw deer and turkeys every day in the yard. Host was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient and beautiful location

This cabin is conveniently located near popular sights and attractions in the Black Hills, while also being tucked away in a beautiful spot in the mountains. We stayed here comfortably with our teenagers and all loved the location and the cozy cabin, itself. We would love to return. Julie is a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yak Ridge - Cabin 1

The cabin was very clean and well furnished. Julie was the host and really thought of everything people may need while during their stay. The farm tour is also great if you have kids coming along. It was really neat waking up in the morning and seeing deer just a few yards away from the cabin also.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Karen B.

Winter Wonderland

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Yak-Ridge Cabins. While we were there during the off season, in March, 2018, there was still plenty to see and do. First, the cabins are only 5 minutes from Mount Rushmore and all other attractions are within an a short drive (one hour or less). Second, the cabins were clean and comfortable, with all essentials for a family, including, extra heaters since we were from Florida. The property was covered in snow and did not disappoint in its beautiful landscape. It was like staying in a Winter Wonderland! Thank you Julie! I hope next time we have more time so we can tour the farmstead.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little cabin

Loved this little cabin. Owners have definitely put some thought and effort into making it comfortable and efficient. Loved all the hooks around the cabin for storage. Included a suitcase holder. Enough chairs and furniture. Everything you need in a kitchen. I’m so impressed by all of it. I really appreciated the little welcome kit with snacks. There are visitors brochures for local attractions and a large map. It’s very well thought out. The outside fire pit area has chairs and a large picnic table. There was a picnic table cloth. It is far enough off of the highway to feel secluded and not hear any traffic but still extremely close to vacation attractions. Only regret is not having enough time to tour their family farm. Definitely on my list for next time we book here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location and beautiful

Check in was easy and the cabin was move in ready with welcome package for the bath, in the fridge and information about the area. Minutes from the major attractions and 20 minutes from Rapid City. Enjoyed the fire pit in the evening and gthe quiet at night. Definitely recommend Yak Ridge and would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay, but wonderful

The cabin was just as listed. Very clean and well stocked with all of the necessities and some fun extras. It is a small cabin, and there isn’t a lot of storage space, but it should be just fine for most people. We were on the tail end of a three week trip, so we had large suitcases and a ton of extra stuff. Property is wonderful. Lovely to sit on the deck and watch the deer. Very close to Mt. Rushmore, without being in the middle of all of the tourists. We were able to beat the crowds by going early and then go back at night to watch the lighting ceremony. If we’re ever back in this area, we would stay here agajn.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Trip!

What a beautiful cabin! We stayed in cabin 1 during our stay. It’s located near just about everything we wanted to do. The cabins are clean, cozy, and cute! We enjoyed the quiet nature and sitting by the bonfire. Julie is an amazing host! Our children loved the farm tour and feeding the Yaks and chickens. We will definitely be back! 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute, clean & well stocked cabin

These are super cute cabins! More of a high class stay. They were in great location in woods with deer walking around and about 10 mins from town & Mount Rushmore. Well stocked in my opinion with snacks & coffee, toiletries, soft towels, information & maps regarding all the surrounding points of interest. She is very well organized & timely in responding to inquiries. Had a great time. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marci D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful perfection

This was the perfect spot for our family on our South Dakota vacation. The cabin had everything we needed and was conveniently located to all the spots we wanted to visit. We loved waking up to wildlife every morning and the fire pit at night. If we ever venture back to South Dakota we will definitely see stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcus V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yak Ridge SD

This was a terrific stay and a terrfic location. Julie the host was very gracious. The cabins are absolutely adorable. To see all of the sights for our first time in SD this locations of the cabins could not have been better. I HIGHLY suggest the Yak Ridge cabins!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joni B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet get away

We love that it is not right on a major highway. No road noise. Julie is a wonderful host. You couldn't ask for better service! We stayed in Cabin 1. It's cozy and has everything you need. The welcome basket was a nice touch! The yaks are awesome! Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruchira D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely cabin

This cabin was very clean and as advertised. Location is great near Mt Rushmore. Very quiet at night. Got to see deers near the cabin. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful in every way

The cabin was perfect for us and the location made for easy access to all the sites. The property is lovely. The host was quick to answer questions and super friendly. Overall, it was an exceptional stay that surpassed expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mariacristina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful!

This cabin is absolutely lovely! Away from the crowds but close enough to everything. Julie is very kind and nice, she gave aus a short tour through the property and always responded to our messages super fast.The only thing is that the sofa bed was not so comfortable. I would strongly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

About the host

Hosted by Todd or Cathy

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Jim and Julie are your hosts. We are blessed to have lived in the Black Hills for nearly 30 years. We raised our two sons (now grown) in the the area and together have enjoyed hiking, biking, swimming, boating, camping, fishing, hunting, rock climbing, skiing, snowshoeing, exploring, and so much more of what the Black Hills have to offer.
Jim and Julie have owned the property since 2014. The cabin was custom built in 2015.

Why they chose this property

The property is adjacent to thousands of acres of Forest Service land that provides hiking, biking, and climbing opportunities.

What makes this property unique

Yak Ridge offers easy access to hiking, biking, and climbing opportunities. Access to the Mickelson Trail is only a few miles away. Yak Ridge is the perfect spot for a family vacation or a romantic getaway.
Location! Location! Location! Yak Ridge Cabins are ideally situated in a spectacular setting with easy access to the countless attractions and adventures the Black Hills have to offer. We offer easy access to the best of the Black Hills - Mt Rushmore / Keystone (5 miles); Hill City (10 minutes), Rapid City (20 minutes), Custer and Custer State Park (30 minutes), Jewell and Wind Cave National Parks (45 minutes) Deadwood and Spearfish (60 minutes), Badlands National Park (60 minutes), and Devil’s Tower National Monument (90 minutes).
We are grateful that we are healthy and can provide visitors to the Black Hills a location that provides space to enjoy the great outdoors. We want to let you know that we are deeply committed to the safety of all who spend time at Yak Ridge.
We have always prided ourselves in the cleanliness of our cabins as evident by our guest reviews and our commitment to meeting and exceeding South Dakota Department of Health requirements. To that end, and in light of the ongoing pandemic, our enhanced cleaning and sanitizing protocols align with the CDC. We continue to monitor CDC guidelines so that we can make adjustments to our protocols as needed.
The Yak Ridge website includes details that we hope will help you in deciding whether Yak Ridge will be a good fit for your vacation needs during COVID.
Individually wrapped sets of slippers, hand sanitizer, tissues, and sanitizing wipes as well as local travel information and maps are provided.
Stay safe, stay well, and happy travels. We look forward to seeing you soon at Yak Ridge!
If you have specific questions or need additional details, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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