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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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

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Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning

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Rapid City, SD

Rushmore Tramway Adventures
‪9 min drive‬
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
‪9 min drive‬
Mount Rushmore
‪16 min drive‬
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
‪30 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

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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Todd or Cathy

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Well behaved children of all ages are welcome

Events

No events allowed

No events. Only registered guests are permitted.

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets are NOT permitted in the cabins or property

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.

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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

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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. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. 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

Big Thunder Gold Mine - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
Mount Rushmore - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
Rushmore Cave - 17 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Old MacDonald's Farm - ‬9 min drive
‪Cruizzers - ‬7 min drive
‪Boss' Pizza & Chicken - ‬7 min drive
‪Big Thunder Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive
‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬7 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.

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).

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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

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

6 Oct 2024

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

Step hen W.

29 July 2024

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

Allison K.

12 July 2024

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

James C.

21 Oct 2023

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.

1 Oct 2023

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

Steven

2 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

30 July 2023

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

Anthony P.

5 Jan 2023

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

9 Oct 2022

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., San Antonio. TX

1 Sept 2022

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

Charley D.

3 Aug 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

18 July 2022

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.

15 July 2022

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.

4 July 2022

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.

1 Apr 2022

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.

3 Jan 2022

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.

2 Jan 2022

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.

2 Jan 2022

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., USA

28 Nov 2021

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

10/10 Excellent

janelle r.

7 Nov 2021

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

Beautiful Stay

The cabin and surrounding property is beautiful and very private. Julie, is an amazing host. She left many treats in the cabin as a welcome gift. The cabin has everything you need for your stay. It's also close to all the attractions that you'll want to visit in the are, but still feel like you are secluded. Great communication via text anytime we needed anything, she was right there with an answer, don't hesitate to book!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

16 Oct 2021

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

What a great stay!

Our family (two adults, two kids) loved our stay at Yak Ridge! It was clean and had everything we would’ve needed! There were so many nice touches—hot cocoa, farm fresh eggs, slippers, travel size toiletries. The central location to area attractions was incredibly convenient, but it felt very remote at the property. Even having other cabins nearby didn’t feel too close or crowded. The assortment of games was a nice touch, they came in handy during one day during a winter storm. If we come back to the Black Hills in the future, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

6 Oct 2021

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

Yak Ridge South Dakota

Mmy husband and adult daughter and I stayed 4 nights at Yak Ridge in a 2 bedroom cabin. The amenities were as described as was the property. Check-in was a breeze and Julie responded quickly. We loved the convenience to Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Rapid City and more. The surroundings were beautiful and the cabin was comfortable. The WiFi was quick and worked well when I had a meeting. Julie provided a wonderful welcome basket and toiletries. Overall this was a very good experience and we would love to stay here again. We definitely recommend staying here.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

5 Oct 2021

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

Absolutely WONDERFU

This place was perfect. Location made it a breeze to go anywhere. Guided tours knew exactly where we were located and picked us up. And even though we were close to so many area attractions, the cabin was still quite and secluded. Deer in our backyard everyday. Julie made every effort with the little things to make it a place to remember and enjoy.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corinda H.

29 Sept 2021

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

Centrally located to everything “Black Hills”

Yak Ridge is a wonderful cabin that had everything we could possibly need for a week stay. Easy check-in/check-out, great location and well-kept, clean cabin. The host's Julie and Jim go above and beyond to make you feel welcome, including travel info and welcome gifts. I highly recommend Yak Ridge for your South Dakota stay!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

23 Aug 2021

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

Great Cabin, Great Location

We highly recommend staying at the Yak Ridge Cabins. They are very clean and well taken care of and the amenities were great. The location is perfect for hitting all of the area sights. Everything is within a short drive of the cabin in all directions. Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Devil's Tower, Custer State Park, Badlands Scenic Highway, Needles Highway, 1880 Train etc. It was also great for a relaxing evening after a long day of sight seeing.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Todd or Cathy

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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