Summit Ridge Cabin
USFS · Lookout/Cabin · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Lookout/Cabin
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 43.8535, -104.0533
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
The Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin is the only cabin available for rent on the Black Hills National Forest. It is a former fire lookout cabin that is currently available for rent. This primitive USFS cabin is eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. The cabin measures 22x32 feet and sleeps 7 comfortably. The location also has room for a camp trailer or tent. Groups as large as 10 may rent the cabin. For more information, or to make reservations, go to Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin (SD WATCH VIDEO: Summit Ridge Cabin
From the USFS.Official page
Is Summit Ridge Cabin free?
No. Summit Ridge Cabin charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Summit Ridge Cabin?
Summit Ridge Cabin is at 43.8535, -104.0533. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
What are the rules at Summit Ridge Cabin?
This site can be reserved by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 518-885-3639 or TDD 877-833-6777) or on-line at http://www.recreation.gov/campgroundDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&parkId=70015&topTabIndex=CampingSpot
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
