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BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.

Rapid City vacation home with kitchen

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Rushmore Lions Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Canyon Lake Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rapid City

On lake.You'll be steps from Rushmore Lions Park and a 5-minute walk from Canyon Lake Park. Also, Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center is within half a mile (1 km) and Chapel in the Hills is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Rushmore Lions Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Canyon Lake Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Braeburn Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cliffside Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meadowood Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.

A quaint, clean, updated, 1940s era bungalow-style cabin. Excellent location to call home base for all of your Black Hills adventures. From the Badlands to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse, Custer State Park to Sturgis, you can see everything within a 30-45 minute drive. Two-minute walk to Canyon Lake and Rapid Creek where you find fishing, kayaking and paddle boat rentals. Connected to Rapid City’s extensive bike and walking paths that include a nature trail, dog park and canyon lake park. Ten-minute drive to downtown Rapid City. Located in a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood, with a fenced back yard. Dog friendly for small fee of $10 per dog. Sleeps 4 adults comfortably, loft available for 1 additional person.

Master bedroom: queen bed
Second bedroom: queen bed, + full mattress in sleeping loft
Small couch with two chairs in living room
Clean, full bathroom
Washer/dryer
Fully stocked kitchen (utensils, pans, etc)
Outdoor space with grill and privacy fence
Off street parking

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Quiet hours 10pm-7am Smoking allowed outside only.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: dogs only w/ pet fee

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Age recommendation for sleeping loft is 8 years

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.7 mi (32-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 BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. on Jun 15, 2026 start from $308, 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 BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. to the beach?

This vacation home is 17.7 mi (33-min drive) from Sheridan Lake North and 18.1 mi (29-min drive) from Pactola Point Swim Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. to downtown Rapid City?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi away from Rapid City.

BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 163 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, quaint cabin. Exactly as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rachel d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy stay! Perfect base camp to visit Custer state park and the Badlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Louise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our visit to your cabin. It was convenient to all the areas we wanted to see. The cabin was very clean.We appreciate the opportunity to see South Dakota!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca F.

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

Great location and fantastic stay

The property was clean and cozy, plenty of food options and numerous entertainment opportunities within half hr drive.Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was very clean and welcoming. This is the 2nd year in a row I have stayed here for Sturgis and Chad and Tara are great hosts. I highly recommend this property:)
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catie R.

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

Nice place

Perfect for what we needed! Small and quaint but full of everything necessary to make our stay comfortable and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R.

The space was extremely clean . Easy to check in . It also had everything we needed !

Would stay again !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location that worked great for our stay in Rapid City. The weather was perfect and we were able to enjoy walking around the trails and ride bike around the city. Back yard was perfect for the two dogs. Interior of the cabin was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully clean cabin. We enjoyed great weather while visiting so were able to enjoy the outdoor furniture and our dogs loved the fenced in yard. The beds were comfortable and the cabin was very comfortable and well equipped. I would definitely recommend and stay again. The neighborhood was perfect for walking around with the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful place to land after a long drive. The location was perfect. Easy check-in and check out. Having a fenced backyard was a plus. We had all we needed for a comfortable cozy stay and would definitely stay again if we are ever back to the area. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was excellent responding to any questions we had. The cabin was clean and well stocked. Our two dogs loved having a fenced in yard and we loved the covered patio and grill. Location was great, we had dear around us daily and the lake, creek and park were all within walking distance and beautiful!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property as described. Clean..cozy any concerns we had were promptly met.Fit our needs perfectly. The suggestions for places to eat were fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Cute cabin and great location. Very clean!

Great spot to use as a base camp for any Black Hills adventure. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dale Lynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for us and our furbabies. They truly loved the fenced back yard and I swear they played out there more than they do in their own backyard. We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony N.

Great place to stay!

Awesome rental! Convenient and close to most things.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Fonda K.

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

Lovely little cabin

Enjoyed staying here. Nice location with access to walking trails and enclosed yard space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dean A.

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

Nice convenient place to stay

Owner was very helpful and the property was in an area that was great for walking our pet. We especially liked the convenience to all the area attractions
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

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

Conveniently located cozy place!

Nice home away from home. It had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

a w.

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

Simple but comfortable

We enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tamera W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Overall it was a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

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

Rapid City trip

Enjoyed the stay. It was a great space and loved the fenced yard for the dog. Good location for Visiting the attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad B.

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

Rapid City house

Fantastic place to serve as a base of operations for the black hills. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

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

Very comfortable accommodations

Loved this little cabin! Fenced yard was perfect for our little furries!! Great location! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

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

Wonderful Location

Great place to stay. Nearby lake and trails. Cute cabin. Really appreciated being allowed to check in early as we arrived early. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

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

Fantastic cabin!

Great cabin. Just as we expected bases on the great listing details. Nice location. Host was fantastic woth communication. Would recommend and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024