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Under Canvas Mount Rushmore

3.0 star property
Travelers can relax under starry skies at this Black Hills retreat, where breathtaking views complement delicious meals at the on-site restaurant

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Under Canvas Mount Rushmore captures the essence of the Black Hills with its welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy a daily manager's reception, meals at Embers restaurant, and stunning terrace views. Helpful staff and free self-parking make this lodge ideal for relaxation.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Suite with Kids Tent - Private Bath

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 390 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Safari with 3 Twin Beds - Shared Bath

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  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Deluxe with Kids Tent - Private Bath

  • 294 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Stargazer Tent - Private Bath

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  • 283 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite Tent - Private Bath

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  • Mountain view
  • 360 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Stargazer with Kids Tent - Private Bath

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  • 313 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Safari with Kids Tent - Shared Bath

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  • 222 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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Safari Tent - Shared Bath

9.6 out of 10
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  • 192 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 264 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Keystone, Under Canvas Mount Rushmore is in a rural area and in the mountains. Naked Winery and Sylvan Lake are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Big Thunder Gold Mine and Black Hills Playhouse are two other places to visit that come recommended. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby. Visit our Keystone travel guide
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Map
24342 Presidio Ranch Road, Keystone, SD, 57751

What's nearby

  • Nice view atop the tram ride
    Rushmore Tramway Adventures
    4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mt. Rushmore National Memorial Park in Black hills, South Dakota. The sculptures of former U.S. presidents.
    Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Mt. Rushmore is such a quick stop on a roadtrip. I was in the park for less than fifteen minutes. It's free to get into the park, but around $11usd to park.
    Mount Rushmore
    10 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Sunset on Sylvan Lake at Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota
    Custer State Park
    20 min drive - 20.0 km
  • National Presidential Wax Museum
    4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar
    6 min drive
  • Carver's Café
    11 min drive
  • Powder House
    8 min drive
  • Red Garter Saloon
    6 min drive
  • Ruby House Restaurant
    6 min drive

About this property

Under Canvas Mount Rushmore

Lodge near Big Thunder Gold Mine
Located close to Black Hills Playhouse, Under Canvas Mount Rushmore provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Embers, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and children's meals.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and tour/ticket information
  • Barbecues, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms offer comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as perks such as free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Decks/patios, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 14 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Embers

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 2018
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please note: this property's tents do not have electrical sockets. Limited USB outlets and portable batteries may be available. Contact the property in advance to make requests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 14.00 per person
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Outside food is not permitted in tents.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Under Canvas Mount Rushmore Lodge
Under Canvas Mount Rushmore Keystone
Under Canvas Mount Rushmore Lodge Keystone

Frequently asked questions

Is Under Canvas Mount Rushmore pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Under Canvas Mount Rushmore?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Under Canvas Mount Rushmore?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Under Canvas Mount Rushmore?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Under Canvas Mount Rushmore located?

Situated in the mountains, this lodge is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Big Thunder Gold Mine, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Custer State Park and Naked Winery. Black Hills Playhouse and Black Hills National Forest are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Reviews

Under Canvas Mount Rushmore Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 658 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 99 out of 658 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 658 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 658 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 658 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaleigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely will be back. I had a great stay, felt safe, and the staff were all very friendly. The s’mores were also a great finishing touch to a great night
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and cozy tent and very friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Stefanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was pleasant, however, the nights were very cold, because the only heat comes from a wood fire stove. The bed was made, but the remains from the dinner and dishes were not removed from the room. Overall a unique experience, but more rustic than we expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great glamping experience. Very comfortable cabins,
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was wonderful. My tent was great, very comfortable and the views from the deck were perfect for morning coffee and afternoon relaxing. It was cold and rainy one day so I used the wood burning stove which made it extra cozy! I ate my breakfasts and dinners at the on site restaurant. The food was delicious. Nice wine selection too. And fresh coffee starting very early in the morning and throughout the day is great. Finally you can see Mount Rushmore from the communal deck so you almost don’t need to go if you want to avoid the crowds and Just relax at this beautiful quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Soo quiet! The employees were helpful and pleasant. The short trip to town and views of Mount Rushmore were the cherry on top
Lots of wildlife!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Norman

Liked: Amenities
Great location with beautiful views. Would definitely do it again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love spending time at under canvas. Cozy bedding, wood burner for warmth and top notch furniture. Great coffee too! Best friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time glamping. Property and staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Above and beyond. Everything was top notch from staff, to meals, to activities. My only regret is that we didn’t stay longer.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We are in our 80s we were extremely comfortable in every way. Our cabin had a bathroom The water heated quickly our tent was beautifully yet simply decorated we stayed 6 days and would have enjoyed staying longer We loved the look out deck where we could sit and view mount Rushmore. What more could you ask
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The guys put the “GL” in glamping. Exceeded expectations in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!!! Such a unique experience!! The atmosphere was so peaceful - surround by Beauty!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay again. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Lori

Liked: Staff & service
I never leave a bad review but it was extremely not what i thought. 2 fans for 3 people in 97 degree weather. Charges on my credit card i never spent. Not glamorous camping at all. No food allowed in tent… no electricity and crappy coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing experience for me and my boys. It was a fantastic way to wrap up our West road trip
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our first impressions weren’t great-negative initial staff interaction. There were other minor issues along the way as well. The food was very good and as a rule the staff were great. I was able to provide feedback to the general manager directly and she handled the our concerns promptly and to our satisfaction. I would not hesitate to try them again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is “glamping” at its best. Thoughtful and unique design elements. Beautiful vistas everywhere. Privacy and yet community accessibility in the same place - footsteps away. The view of Mount Rushmore was a bonus feature. The food was so much better than expected. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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4/10 Poor

negin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not worth the price

Overall, I don’t think the place/amenities are worth it. I got a suite since I was on a long road trip and wanted to shower as well. The on-site dining is fantastic. If you have not gone camping before and you want to start off with “glamping” this might be a suitable option. My soap dispenser was broken and one of the fans didn’t work. I personally don’t think it’s worth the price. I was supposed to get a bandana for my dog which I never received either. The room was also very dirty. Items left over clearly from previous guests. Very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. The only bummer was that we seemed to be near a tent with teenagers and kids that were quite loud between 9 pm and 11 pm on a weekday.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I loved our stay here. We had a Stargazer tent and the view above the bed was incredible, we even got to see meteors one night! We now want to go and check out some of the other Under Canvas locations, it was top notch!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My first “yurt” experience was a great one. Nice common areas, cozy tents, friendly staff & healthy, delicious food options in the restaurant. I would definitely stay again at another Under Canvas
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is AMAZING! Staff is incredibly accommodating, the tents are clean and nicely appointed, the food and selections are high quality, and the overall resort convenient to every national park. Incredible!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fgt
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025