Under Canvas Mount Rushmore

3.0 star property
Lodge with free parking, near Big Thunder Gold Mine

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Safari with Kids Tent - Shared Bathroom
Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, bed sheets
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

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

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Suite with Kids Tent - Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Safari with 3 Twin Bed - Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Heating
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Deluxe with Kids Tent - Private Bathroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Heating
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Stargazer Tent - Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Heating
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Tent - Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Premium bedding
Sofa bed
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Stargazer with Kids Tent - Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Heating
2 bedrooms
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 29 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Safari with Kids Tent - Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Heating
2 bedrooms
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Safari Tent - Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Heating
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Tent - Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Fireplace
Heating
Separate bedroom
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
24342 Presidio Ranch Road, Keystone, SD, 57751

What's nearby

  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • National Presidential Wax Museum - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 7 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 13 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Front Porch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬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), smoke-free property and tour/ticket information
  • Barbecues, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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

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
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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

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
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 Campsite Keystone
Under Canvas Mount Rushmore Campsite
Under Canvas Mount Rushmore Keystone
Unr Canvas Mount Rushmore Key
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 Prairie Berry Winery and Custer State Park. Naked Winery and Black Hills Playhouse 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

Eco-friendliness

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service from front desk, available on short notice at all times, very accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay. Everyone was polite and the ease to check in and out was great. Food options were good and my breakfast was my favorite! You can’t control what others do but we found it quite and so very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience for “camping”
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay close to nature

Amazing stay. Clean, best staff ever
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great glamping experience

We stayed in suite tent. Beds were comfortable and the bathroom was perfect. I liked the restaurant and social areas.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Have a fun get away with my husband. Unique experience
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay with wonderful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Although we had a wonderful time once we got to the property Expedia directions to the property were absolutely incorrect and we ended up on a fenced dirt road
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Interesting concept, enjoyed our stay will try other locations.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a good time. And our two dogs had even more fun. We were all so relaxed. Really enjoyed sitting out in the Mount Rushmore viewing area with a glass of wine after a long drive. The food is really good and the staff is as nice as we’ve found anywhere. Jadz the night manager is great and we love the dude who runs the food area. All of them class acts. We don’t like camping but love UNder Canvas. The tents are awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, GREAT place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kdora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing way to experience Rushmore!!! Loved the tent, the staff, the location and dining.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydzel Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accomodating. Place was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Under Canvas is top notch

Beautiful place and wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Under Canvas was a great experience! We wish we would have stayed longer and will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reggie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The star gazing feature in some of the tents, is just amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view from the property to Mount Rushmore on a clear day. Great 10 min drive as well. Food was delicious and the tent cabins were outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024