I stayed in two different cabins in two different states during a recent roadtrip. Summit Ridge was the cleanest of both! It was very clean and well-kept. I only spent the night in Summit Ridge and left before sunrise due to time constraints, not the facilities. They mean it when they say the site has no supplies. There aren't even chairs in the cabin (there is one small table). Bring camping chairs! There was TP, though (but bring your own, just in case). The beds are solid wood, which is harder than sleeping on the ground. Bring extra bedding. There are two roads labeled 265 in Google Maps and they don't connect. Be sure to follow the directions provided on the site. They are accurate, at least if you're coming from Newcastle direction. Take your time on Boles Canyon Road. It is very rippled in some places and may rattle your tooth-fillings out!

Cabin was wonderful! We will be back —

Cabin was wonderful! We will be back —

Was very quiet and out of the way. The experience was memorable and would love to do again soon.

Was very quiet and out of the way. The experience was memorable and would love to do again soon.

Drove through 10 inches of snow to get there. But it was a perfect gift to my mom for her birthday! Loved it and most likely will do it again next year

Drove through 10 inches of snow to get there. But it was a perfect gift to my mom for her birthday! Loved it and most likely will do it again next year

One of our favorite summer traditions - escaping the constant drone of the Sturgis Rally to head for the peace and quiet of Summit Ridge. This year was no exception; we had a fantastic weekend with good food, good friends, lots of laughter, bike rides, bocce ball, many cornhole tournaments, and evenings spent watching the Perseids. The UTVs are starting to invade and unfortunately most aren't polite enough to slow down and not dust you out which is frustrating. We were also sad to hear the tower may be coming down. But overall, Summit Ridge is a great escape in the Black Hills any time.

One of our favorite summer traditions - escaping the constant drone of the Sturgis Rally to head for the peace and quiet of Summit Ridge. This year was no exception; we had a fantastic weekend with good food, good friends, lots of laughter, bike rides, bocce ball, many cornhole tournaments, and evenings spent watching the Perseids. The UTVs are starting to invade and unfortunately most aren't polite enough to slow down and not dust you out which is frustrating. We were also sad to hear the tower may be coming down. But overall, Summit Ridge is a great escape in the Black Hills any time.

Fantastic stay, we loved the night sky and the seclusion of this cabin. Make sure to drive slowly up to the cabin - you'll catch a lot of views of wildlife like elk and deer! The cabin has some firewood provided, some water for cleaning (I don't think it's potable though). The beds don't have pads, so make sure to bring sleeping pads, and garbage bags for your trash. You can use a gas stove if you bring propane to hook up to it. There's also a drawer full of games, which is nice. The fire tower is NOT accessible to the public. Highly recommend, it's a quiet, beautiful place to stay.