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Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer!

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Campfire Cabins
Cabin porch & seating
view entering front door
Full size microwave, refrigerator, oven & stovetop
Kitchen stocked with utensils, dishes, and bakeware.
Reviews
10

Exceptional

1 bathroomSleeps 430 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Dryer
    DryerDryer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Popular LocationPactola Pines Marina8 min drive
  • Popular LocationPactola Point Swim Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlack Hills Caverns19 min drive
  • AirportRapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)45 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Loft

2 Queen Beds

Main Level

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer!

These 13 cabins are centrally located to everything the Black Hills has to offer!
12648 Campfire Drive, Rapid City SD.
We are just 2 miles from Pactola lake, located along Hwy 385, pavement the entire way with only a short gravel drive to the cabins.

Our cabins are modern and have tasteful finishes. Decorated in the genre of wildlife, Black Hills history and native american traditions of the local area. We have used locally sourced materials in our building as well as highlighting local artists in our decor. Each master bed is covered with an authentic handmade native star quilt.

Spend your days visiting historic landmarks, quaint Hills towns, or parks and lakes, then come back to your cabin to rest and relax by our large campfire site. As you sit out and enjoy the campfire, you can see the stars with no light pollution. Depending on the time of year you can hear the owls calling to one another, hear the singing of the coyotes, the bugling of the elk, or listen to the turkey as they get ready to roost. Our cabins help you to enjoy the action-packed days of your vacation even more by giving you a place to come and relax and enjoy nature at the end of your day.

Our cabin specifics are:
320sqft cabin w/loft.
Naturally well-lit, spacious open floor plan, 3 beds/1 bath.

Main floor has 1 plush high quality queen bed & linens; table and chairs, 43" smart tv with blu-ray player & 50+ dvds. If you choose to bring your gaming system, an HDMI cord is provided. We also have a collection of books and board games if that is more your speed. Each cabin has a CELLULAR WIFI HOTSPOT, and excellent cell reception for Verizon customers. PLEASE NOTE: no cable or satellite available.

Also on the main floor, the full-size modern kitchen is equipped with utensils, dishes, and cookware. Bring your groceries and prepare your own meals. Some food items such as condiments and seasonings, a variety of teas/coffee/flavorings & creamers/apple cider/hot chocolate is provided. We also provide fresh eggs from our chickens.

The roomy 8' x 10' main floor bathroom is well lit and has a shower, sink and toilet. Also included are hair dryer, full length mirror, quality towels and common hotel amenities.

The 8' x16' loft has 2 queen mattresses on the floor. The head room of the loft goes from 4ft to 6ft in the peaked center. This area is the perfect space for children & teenagers!

The outdoor area has a large fire pit with seating, gas grill, picnic tables, and toys & yard games.

The cabins and site are clean and well maintained. The attentive hosts are friendly, hospitable and live on site to be available for your needs and questions.

We are centrally located, within 45 minutes or less of nearly all that the Hills have to offer such as Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Deadwood and Sturgis. This location is also perfect for year-round seasonal activities such as boating, fun at the lake, hunting and fishing, skiing, hiking trails, rock climbing, geocaching, ATV and snowmobiling.

These cabins are NON-SMOKING and PET-FREE
*Limited boat/ATV/motorcycle trailer parking available upon request and scheduling
**Camper and RV parking is NOT available
***Tents are not allowed






Property manager

Sarah Sutton
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We are very family friendly! We love kids!

Events

No events allowed
Prior approval required. Quiet hours 10pm-8am

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A smoker receptical & seating provided on porch

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: Prior approval required. Quiet hours 10pm-8am
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Black Hills Caverns and 1880 Train are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Pactola Point Swim Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. 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

  • Pactola Pines Marina - 8 min drive
  • Pactola Point Swim Beach - 9 min drive
  • Thunderhead Falls - 12 min drive
  • Black Hills Caverns - 19 min drive
  • The Monument Civic Center - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Black Forest Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rimrock Happy Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cousins Pub and Pizza at the Big Chair - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kickstand Corner - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! located?

This family-friendly Rapid City cabin is located in the mountains, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Black Hills National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pactola Point Swim Beach and Pactola Pines Marina. Sheridan Lake North and Thunderhead Falls are also within 12 miles (20 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

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin
We came to the Hills for a quick weekend and loved our stay in this cute cabin. Fully stocked with needed essentials and included eggs from the chickens running wild. Our 9year old son enjoyed the chickens and kittens and chasing the bunnies! Would definitely stay again on any trip to Hills. Only thing we missed was a couch or comfy chair to sit on.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Our stay was wonderful. Cabin was clean and very well equipped with everything we needed. Owner was very attentive. Definitely staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy cabin
The cabin, bedding, and towels were all nice and clean when we arrived. Sarah had thought of everything we could possibly need during our stay. We enjoyed fresh eggs from their chickens daily and our kids loved all of the bunnies on the property. If we visit the black hills in the future, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shari V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
The cabin was centrally located, easy access to the local site seeing and trail riding. Very clean. Host was very accommodating and responsive. Only downside, no couch or chair to lounge in. I wouldnt say it would be a good place for smaller children due to the steep steps to get to the loft. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Enjoyed our stay. Very cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
This is our second time here. As always, the owners make this stay amazing. The cabins are great and the kids love the loft area! This stay is centrally located and is close to a lot of fun things to do! I always tell my friends and family about this place and my kids always want to come back! We will be coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hideaway without the drive
Cozy cabins, fun animals, great atmosphere. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cabin
The cabin was very clean and comfortable. They provided maps and info for the local area, movies and a tv in case we stayed inside, and contacted me halfway through our stay to ensure we had everything we needed. Great cabin and property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Over The Top
It could not have been any better. Place was spotless which is the most important to me. Owner, Sarah, was so friendly and accommodating. The room was so well equipped of anything you could possibly have forgotten. The wild life was one of my favorite parts, bunnies, chickens, ducks, goats and kitty cats were fun to have around and feed. Neighbors were friendly next to us. I would definitely recommend this place over any other.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin experience!
This was a great small cabin experience in a beautiful and quiet setting. It is exactly as described in listing! It is the perfect location for visiting Mt. Rushmore. Would on end and would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Campfire Cabin #3!
What a wonderful family cabin as a home base for exploring the Black Hills! Sarah and Al outfitted the cabin so thoughtfully and thoroughly. Everything was clean, towels and bedding were soft, kitchen had ample space and supplies, everything was as described. Additionally, hosts had special extras like eggs from their free range chickens, an assortment of games and movies, and a binder full of suggestions on local restaurants, kid friendly activities, rainy day activities, etc. Our kids loved having the loft to themselves! We were happy to support their small family business and highly recommend Campfire Cabins! Also - Pactola Lake is only 10min away and offers boat rentals on the largest and deepest lake in SD, don’t miss!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Exceeded our expectations! Better than advertised in all aspects!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Beautiful amazing place. The kitchen was great for my family. Kids loved walking around outside. Saw Turkeys Chickens cats and bunnies. I think we understand estimated the height of the loft. Definitely watch your head. But over all we enjoyed every bit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Peaceful
The cabin is very quiet. Loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

NANCY G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cabin
Nice local but would have loved if could not hear traffic on main street. Cabin cute but tiny. Only 4 can fit at most, Only 4 chairs at table and that is only seating in cabin. Loft was a bit buggy. Loved campfire. Cabin at base of black hills.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend!
This is our second time staying at these cabins and we plan to keep returning! The owners are very hospitable and are so accommodating. The cleanliness of the cabins is always impressive and the little farm animals are fun and friendly! Staying at the cabins alone was enough for us to have a great getaway trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eli S., Ann Arbor, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
We had a great time. The cabin was very clean and well maintained. Beds were comfortable. This is in a great location close to lots of great hiking and neat places to visit. Sarah had some great advice on fun stuff to do for a kid's birthday. We hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kylie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
My family enjoyed our stay at this cabin. Very clean and a lot more spacious than I thought it’d be!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect lil spot in the Black Hills
Could not have asked for more. Sarah and Albert were wonderful hosts and the property is lovely. The cabin was clean and inviting, with everything we needed while away from home. Highly recommend, and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabins with perfect location
Clean and modern cabins with a full size refrigerator and big bathroom. Sarah and Albert have managed to think of everything from the condiments in the fridge to the outdoor games and hammocks available for all guests! And each night they joined us around the campfire providing everything needed for S’mores!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jody N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip to Black Hills
The cabin was located right in the middle of everything. We are a family of 5 so hotel rooms are difficult because not enough beds, so having 3 queen beds was perfect. The cabin was clean and stocked very well. Our kids enjoyed the loft area, but be warned you can not stand up there and there is no window. Beds were comfortable. Our kids enjoyed the animals roaming on the property. We would stay here again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it!
Such a great, central property to all of the Black Hills! Cabins are stocked with videos, games, and even some snacks and farm fresh eggs offered by Sarah and Al. They are super responsive and we loved having the animals wandering around. Campfire at night was a great opportunity to chat with other visitors and roast s’mores. Absolutely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
It was a wonderful stay, very centralized to so many things to do. We spent the week riding horses, renting ATV’s, zip lining and visiting the National/state parks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tommy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
The property was peaceful and beautiful. It was is a good location that was not too far from the thing we wanted to do. I would highly recommend this place for people visiting the Black Hills.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Campfire Cabins
This was our 2nd stay here. Everything is wonderful! Sarah and Al are so kind and have thought of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Sutton

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Campfire Cabins is proudly owned by Albert & Sarah Sutton. We grew up in the Black Hills. We were high school sweethearts and married after graduation. We then moved to Rapid City for work. 25 years and 6 children later we had the opportunity to purchase land and move back to the Black Hills. We soon realized how much we had missed the beauty and serenity of the local area.

We decided to turn our property into an organic hobby farm with a large greenhouse, chickens, ducks & turkeys, milking goats, and a handful of beef cows. We also decided to build cabins near our home to share with other families wanting to experience all the Black Hills have to offer. With 2 children still at home, we own and operate the cabins as family business. We look forward to getting to know you and be an added blessing to your vacation experience!

Why they chose this property

We believe family is important, and we want to give your family a memorable vacation!
We know how stressful it can be on everyone stuck in a car all day. Once you get here there is plenty of room for your kiddos to run around, play ball, and have a water fight on the front lawn while you take a breather and unpack. There are toys, games, books, and movies for them to use. Grab a drink and have a seat on the front porch and just enjoy their energy and happiness :)

Our cabins have a full-sized kitchen for you to prepare and cook snacks & meals. There is a small dining table inside each cabin and picnic tables and chairs outside for you to sit around and enjoy the togetherness of a meal and conversation.

With 6 children of our own, we know how expensive travel can be! Vacations don't have to be costly or "flashy". Kids will remember the TIME and EXPERIENCES you give them. They will remember bottle feeding calves up in the Sutton's barn and playing with the baby rabbits. They will remember the days you spent hiking, boating, or ATVing with them outdoors. They will remember the other kids they met at the campfire and the smores! They will remember playing soccer, beanbags, or flashlight tag with those same new friends while you get a chance to relax around the campfire and visit with other families from around the country. Want to know which trails are the best? Ask the other grandparents & parents who have already hiked/rode them! What is the best scenic drive? Is the pontoon boat or ATV rental worth it? Where are the best restaurants? Everyone is willing to help you out & share their experiences.

We (Al & Sarah) live on the property and are always available to answer your questions. Feel free to call or message us anytime! We are down at the campfire most nights, so come down and introduce yourselves! Smores are on us!!

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English

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