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

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2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail
Dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, 74 reviews
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About this property

Entire place

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

Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. WiFi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire and fireplace. 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, fireplace, 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 1 (2 bedroom / 1 bath - sleeps up to 6) https://www.vrbo.com/741537
Cabin 2 (studio w/ full kitchen and bathroom – sleep up to 2 adults and 2 young children) https://www.vrbo.com/713096
Cabin 4 (2 bedroom / 2 bathroom – sleeps up to 6) https://www.vrbo.com/1337653
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Cosmos Mystery Area. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The cabin includes amenities such as a kitchen and a fireplace.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, fireplace and sofa bed
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Cosmos Mystery Area and 9 minutes by car from Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. WiFi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire and fireplace. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Rapid City cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is NOT permitted in cabins or on property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets permitted in cabins or on the property

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Well behaved children of all ages are welcome

Events

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

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is NOT permitted in cabins or on property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

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

Best location to see the local attractions

Really enjoyed our 4 day stay at this wonderful cabin. The owners were very helpful. The cabin location is 2nd to none for its central location to visit the area’s attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

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

Wonderful and we will definitely be back

Lots of nearby places, super nice host , beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey B.

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

Lovely retreat

The location is perfect--short trips to many great sights. Cozy, welcoming cabin in a beautiful, out of the way nook. We stayed for 2 days and loved the ability to venture out to see the area but not be too far from 'home'.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Great location and accomodations

My wife and I really enjoyed staying at Yak Ridge Cabins. The location was great for hikes in and near Custer State Park. The cabin had everything we needed. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

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

friends

It was an amazing place to stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What peaceful setting. We liked that it was tucked back off the highway.Todd and Cathy made it easy to commincate with. Very helpful with where to go for groceries. Not far from the cabin in Hill City is Cohert Brewery and deli. We highly recommend. Great way to end a long hiking day.Home brewed beer delicious food.The Yak Cabins are just the best!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichelle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved and needed this peace.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melodie G.

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

South Dakota Trip

Yak Ridge Cabin was so centrally located for all of our adventures in South Dakota. And Julie was an awesome host!!! The cabin was amazing!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Rapid City Cabin

Great cabin, awesome location for access to Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park. Private, quiet, clean. Excellent experience for my family of 6.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

Perfect spot in the Black Hills!

Perfect little spot in the middle of the Black Hills. Perfectly situated to get to all we saw and did. Lovely surprises at check in that made our stay even more pleasant. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta

Liked: Amenities
The cabin was easily accessible yet provided a beautiful respite from our busy day. It was nestled in the trees and quiet. There was a porch, flowers, and a fire pit which we enjoyed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley B.

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

Great location

Super close to everything….yet felt pretty secluded. Nice surprise left in refrigerator. Cabin had everything needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

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

Lovely stay near Mt. Rushmore

Super cute cabin near Mt Rushmore/Keystone. Very neat and clean with lots of thoughtful amenities (toiletries/snacks). Only negative was there must be someone with a gun range on their property nearby and so it sounded like we were next to a military base all Saturday afternoon into late evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Great little getaway

We were really pleased with our cabin. Good location for getting to the parks and restaurants. Out of the way enough to feel like you are away from it all. Turkey and deer showed up everyday. Thank you for a pleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

En'Deer"ing!

Everything was very nice! We enjoyed our time! One morning I was greeted by 3 deer in front! We loved the area with lots to do! Memorable times!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary I.

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

Peace and quiet

Our cozy cabin was perfect! Tastefully decorated, in the woods, a haven at the end of busy days! We gorged ourselves on eggs and honey from the farm. This will be our spot for years to come.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Lovely Cabin

We enjoyed our stay at Yak Ridge Cabins! The cabin was spotless and stocked with everything that we needed. Todd and Cathy were a text away when I had a question or a need. Reading on the front porch was a nice way to relax after morning hikes and sightseeing adventures! Peaceful and quiet for sleeping.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Loved our stay in the Black Hills

We stayed for a week with our 2 tweens. Arrived after sundown, but it was easy to find on a well maintained road. You’re located close enough to their other cabins that you have privacy without feeling isolated. The cabin was very clean, and everything was in great condition. Kitchen has good cookware for easy meals. Fire ring, chairs, and grill for outdoor evenings. Satellite tv/internet for staying inside. Good cell coverage. No complaints and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Great Black Hills Experience

We are frequent visitors to the Black Hills and Custer State Park. Normally we bring our camper, but this year we elected to find a cabin and Julie’s Yak Ridge location couldn’t have been better. It was cozy, quiet, but yet close to all of the Black Hills adventures that we love. Check in was seamless and communication was always fast and detailed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great check in and communication from the owners. The entire cabin was extremely clean and well stocked. I was impressed at the amenities that were provided. It was so quiet and peaceful - a great break from the crowds around the Black Hills and Rapid City. If there was one minor change, I would have to suggest to get a better bed in the master bedroom. The mattress was quality was quite poor and the bed was not sturdy at all. However, I wouldn't let that deter you from staying at this fantastic location. All of the other amenities were top notch!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Fun family vacation and a great place to stay!

Yak Ridge was a beautiful central location to all the attractions in the black hills! My sons had a blast riding their bikes and climbing the rock formation right out the front door. Large picnic tables, grill and fire pit made evenings easy and fun for dinner and smores . The welcome basket of fresh fruit, eggs and coffee was and unexpected but really nice surprise! Julie has done a great job supplying the cabins with everything you need to enjoy your stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jacqui r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would highly recommend this sweet set of cabins. We loved our stay and all that we did. Communication. With the owner was amazing and we had zero issues. The only thing I would have to mention at all is that the window unit and fans provided made for ONE warm evening for this Texas girl who likes her air haha!! Once the temp moderated, the temp in the cabin was delightful! But just to note, could be warm inside on the hottest of days. This does not affect my rating at all!! Loved the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Peaceful Cabin Retreat

We stayed in Cabin #3 at Yak Ridge and loved it! The cabin was very clean and there was a thoughtful welcome gift waiting in the fridge. It was quiet and peaceful, tucked in the side of the hill. Beautiful setting to enjoy our coffee in the morning. We appreciated how well the space was maximized in the cabin especially with two teenage boys. The kitchen was well stocked and we enjoyed grilling out in the evenings after exploring the area during the day. The cabins are centrally located to many activities in the area including Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park. We highly recommend them to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Binhyen B.

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

Trip to Mt Rushmore

We enjoyed staying at Yah Ridge cabin. It was our family's spring break and the kids wanted to visit Mt Rushmore. We had a good time. We loved the welcome package inside the fridge. The cabin was very clean, and Wi-Fi worked well. the location is perfect; just 15 minutes to Mt Rushmore. Thanks to Julie for providing many important and helpful information about the area. You had made us feel safe and comfortable as you were always with us. Definitely 5 stars for this place. Tom & Yen
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine F.

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

It was great!

The stay was great. Everything was great. Tried once to email the owner and no response but it wasn’t a big deal it might have been the process instead of the owner not responding. The day before the stay she sent a phone number so I think she was very open to communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

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