10/10 Excellent
anilu a.
30 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
anilu a.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Cabin
Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 429.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Rapid City, SD
- Pactola Pines Marina8 min drive
- Pactola Point Swim Beach9 min drive
- Black Hills Caverns19 min drive
- Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)46 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 to 5ft 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
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 to 5ft 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
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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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
Events
No events allowed
Events allowed, 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: events allowed, quiet hours 10pm-8am
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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. Sonja's and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Things That Rock and 1880 Train. Travelling with kids? Consider South Dakota State Railroad Museum and Granite Sports. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Rapid City, SD
What's nearby
- Pactola Pines Marina - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
- Pactola Point Swim Beach - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
- Sheridan Lake - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
- Black Hills Caverns - 19 min drive - 19.2 km
- The Monument Civic Center - 31 min drive - 31.1 km
Getting around
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
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10/10 Excellent
Jan
2 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Jan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
22 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good one night stay
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anne W.
21 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you need!
Anne W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
brooke f.
17 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
brooke f.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara A.
3 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family!
Sara A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara C.
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Don’t let the road construction scare you away!
Barbara C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
kari b.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property has so much to offer!
kari b.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Geoffrey S.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome bunk house right in the middle of all the major tourist spots in the black hills
Geoffrey S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason C.
26 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Jason C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
brittan h.
17 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Adventure
brittan h.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark O.
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, remote location! Fun for kids!
Mark O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie V.
26 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best
Stephanie V.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dean M.
16 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Entertaining & relaxing
Dean M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steve K.
13 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabins
Steve K.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robin F.
5 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Robin F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chris B.
20 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Chris B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike C.
14 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Stay for a Family of 4 for Mt. Rushmore
Mike C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brenden K.
13 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin near everything
Brenden K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather E., Slayton, USA
4 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Heather E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Angela M.
22 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin!
Angela M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patty G.
23 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location getaway
Patty G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brian P.
5 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Above and beyond
Brian P.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer F.
6 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Jennifer F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deepthi Y.
24 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin with all requirements.
Deepthi Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Sarah Sutton
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!
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!!
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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