Storied views await beyond the doors of your cabin in the Mount Rushmore State.
If it’s your first time camping in South Dakota, you’ve probably come for the headline acts—iconic views of Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial, followed by an unforgettable hike through the dramatic canyons of the Badlands National Park. For repeat visitors, there’s plenty to explore beyond the big three, and opting for a cabin rental means a serious upgrade from tent camping, but still with direct access to the wilderness. Check into a luxury lodge in the Custer State Park, opt for a cozy log cabin on the cusp of Wind Cave National Park, or head into the Black Hills National Forest to enjoy miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding trails. When the summer temperatures heat up, head upstate to the lakeside cabins of Roy Lake State Park or rent a cabin with a view of the cliffs in the Palisades State Park.