About Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin
Number of accommodations: 1
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
Site Details
Reviews (86)
What Guests Are Saying
Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin offers a beautiful and cozy retreat in a peaceful wooded setting, ideal for relaxation and outdoor activities. Guests appreciated the well-kept cabin and the fantastic woodstove, though some noted the need to bring their own bedding and water, as well as the cabin's ongoing improvements and limited solar power. Overall, it's recommended for those seeking a rustic camping experience at an affordable price.
What Guests Are Saying
Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin offers a beautiful and cozy retreat in a peaceful wooded setting, ideal for relaxation and outdoor activities. Guests appreciated the well-kept cabin and the fantastic woodstove, though some noted the need to bring their own bedding and water, as well as the cabin's ongoing improvements and limited solar power. Overall, it's recommended for those seeking a rustic camping experience at an affordable price.
Review Summary
Dakota B
VerifiedMay 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
Cabin was wonderful! We will be back —
Dakota B
VerifiedMay 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
Cabin was wonderful! We will be back —
Al P
VerifiedApril 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
The 6 of us had a great time chasing turkeys in the snow.
Al P
VerifiedApril 26, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
The 6 of us had a great time chasing turkeys in the snow.
Katie F
VerifiedApril 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
We loved our stay at this cabin. I gave it a 4-star review because I feel like there was some missing information about what we needed to bring. For example, we did bring propane, but we didn't bring the right size (bring your propane from your outdoor grill). There were also some repair issues with the cabin like flooring that needs a little TLC. However, our stay was wonderful. The wood stove kept us nice and warm, and there was plenty of space to hang out with our kids. We enjoyed walking around the woods to explore. The roads were in better condition than I expected, but I'm still glad we brought an AWD SUV as they could be a little slushy or rough in spots. The cabin was easy to find. Make your reservation expecting a very rustic cabin in one of the most peaceful places I've been in the Black Hills. It may be busier in the summer but it was a quiet place to stay in the spring. I would definitely come back for a couple's weekend or with my kids.
Katie F
VerifiedApril 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
We loved our stay at this cabin. I gave it a 4-star review because I feel like there was some missing information about what we needed to bring. For example, we did bring propane, but we didn't bring the right size (bring your propane from your outdoor grill). There were also some repair issues with the cabin like flooring that needs a little TLC. However, our stay was wonderful. The wood stove kept us nice and warm, and there was plenty of space to hang out with our kids. We enjoyed walking around the woods to explore. The roads were in better condition than I expected, but I'm still glad we brought an AWD SUV as they could be a little slushy or rough in spots. The cabin was easy to find. Make your reservation expecting a very rustic cabin in one of the most peaceful places I've been in the Black Hills. It may be busier in the summer but it was a quiet place to stay in the spring. I would definitely come back for a couple's weekend or with my kids.
Jessica C
VerifiedMarch 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
Beautiful cabin. No firewood provided. Road access was good with a 4WD in late March on a low snow year.
Jessica C
VerifiedMarch 27, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
Beautiful cabin. No firewood provided. Road access was good with a 4WD in late March on a low snow year.
Kyoko C
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
Was very quiet and out of the way. The experience was memorable and would love to do again soon.
Kyoko C
VerifiedJanuary 23, 2022 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: SUMMIT RIDGE LOOKOUT
Was very quiet and out of the way. The experience was memorable and would love to do again soon.
Location Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin
Address:
Hell Canyon Ranger District, 1019 North 5th Street
Custer, SD, 57730
United States
Entrance into the cabin is by combination lock. Prior to your arrival please contact the Hell Canyon Ranger District, Monday - Friday between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Mountain Time, at 605-673-9200 to obtain the combination.
From Newcastle, Wyoming, travel east on US Highway 16 for approximately 9 miles to Forest Service Road 117, Boles Canyon Road. Go North on Boles Canyon Road for approximately 12 miles and turn left on Forest Service Road 265, Summit Road. Follow Summit Road for approximately three miles to the Summit Ridge Cabin which is on the left.
Note that Boles Canyon Road and Summit Road do not receive any maintenance during winter months, including snow plowing.
The nearest major road is US Highway 16, located approximately 9 miles to the west of the cabin. Access to the cabin is via Boles Canyon Road, which connects to US Highway 16.
Latitude & Longitude: 43.8542 / -104.052
Elevation: 1858 feet
Policies & Rules
General
- NOTICE; We are currently making cabin improvements. Thank you for your understanding, We hope you have a great stay.
- Check out time is at 11:00 a.m. and check in time is 2:00 p.m. Please be considerate of other renters, arrive and leave the cabin at appropriate times.
- Entrance into the cabin is by combination lock; Call the district office at 605-673-9200 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. except on weekends and governement holildays. Refunds will not be approved for failing to get cabin combination after business hours or on weekends or hoilidays.
- Walk-up stays are never available at this facility. Advanced reservations only, minimum three days before arrival
- Fire restrictions may apply to outdoor fire ring use; check current fire restrictions prior to arrival
- Keep the building and grounds clean to deter squirrel, mice, rats,and other wildlife from area
- Clean the cabin and pack out all trash, Including food
- Doors and windows should be locked and all personal items removed upon departure
- The cabin is a no-smoking facility
- Learn more about Black Hills National Forest.
- Don't Move Firewood: Prevent the spread of tree-killing organisms by obtaining firewood at or near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
