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The Minnesota Ridge Cabin

Cabin near Mount Rushmore National Memorial in Keystone

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Interior
Living area
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Keystone, SD

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About the neighborhood

Keystone

In Keystone .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Keystone cabin, you'll find Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Gutzon Borglum Historical Center. Big Thunder Gold Mine and National Presidential Wax Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Ponderosa Restaurant & Lounge - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Miner Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Smokejumper Station - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Minnesota Ridge Cabin

Welcome to The Minnesota Ridge Cabin at Backroads Inn and Cabins. Newly restyled into a clean, simple, and beautiful space. This 2 bedroom/1bathroom cabin has a queen sized beds, living room and apartment sized kitchen. Take a deep breath of fresh air and listen to the water run down the stream on this 8 acre property surrounded by National Forest. You will feel complete peace while also being minutes away from Mt Rushmore (2.4 miles) and Custer State Park (15 mins)

Community Pool (heated) open 10am to dark Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Please Note: We offer Starlink Satellite wifi, but being located in an isolated valley we are susceptible to slower speeds.

Close to all the main Black Hills attractions:

Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Keystone, SD
A monumental granite sculpture featuring the 60-foot faces of four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. Approximately 2.4 miles from Backroads Inn & Cabins. 


Custer State Park
Custer, SD
A 71,000-acre state park known for its scenic drives, abundant wildlife, and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Approximately a 15-minute drive from Backroads Inn & Cabins. 

Crazy Horse Memorial
Crazy Horse, SD
An in-progress mountain carving dedicated to the Lakota leader Crazy Horse, aiming to be the world's largest sculpture upon completion. Approximately 19 miles from Backroads Inn & Cabins. 

Badlands National Park
Interior, SD
A dramatic landscape characterized by sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires, offering hiking trails and abundant wildlife. Approximately an hour's drive from Backroads Inn & Cabins.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Minnesota Ridge Cabin to the airport?

This cabin is 30.2 mi (43-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Minnesota Ridge Cabin?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Minnesota Ridge Cabin on Jul 15, 2026 start from $394, 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.

Does The Minnesota Ridge Cabin have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is The Minnesota Ridge Cabin to the beach?

This cabin is 11.8 mi (20-min drive) from Sheridan Lake South and 13.7 mi (23-min drive) from Sheridan Lake North. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Minnesota Ridge Cabin offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Minnesota Ridge Cabin?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

Is there free parking at The Minnesota Ridge Cabin?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does The Minnesota Ridge Cabin have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does The Minnesota Ridge Cabin have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is The Minnesota Ridge Cabin to downtown Keystone?

This cabin is 1.3 mi away from Keystone.

The Minnesota Ridge Cabin Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Very quiet place.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was easy to find. It was very clean. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theron I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very comfortable, and couldn't believe how convenient the location was. Communication was excellent. Great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gloria O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros: cute decor, quiet setting, close to Keystone, very comfortable beds.Cons: brown water (buy bottled water), not enough lighting especially in the shower which is very small.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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