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Mount Rushmore
2022 World's Best Hotel by Travel + Leisure
2023 Dates: May 4th – September 25th 2024 Dates: May 2nd – September 30th
Recognized by Travel + Leisure as a ‘Best Hotel in The World’ in 2022 and Condé Nast Traveler as a ‘Best Resort in the World’ in 2020, Under Canvas Mount Rushmore is tucked within Ponderosa Pines and Common Juniper, located on an original gold mining settlement less than 4 miles from Mount Rushmore National Monument. Offering upscale accommodations and majestic views of Mount Rushmore and the surrounding Black Hills, Under Canvas is a one-of-a-kind home base for those seeking to explore Custer State Park and the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Recognition
"For those looking for a unique way to see one of America’s most famous attractions, Under Canvas Mount Rushmore is a game-changer. It has a remarkable, ends-of-the-earth setting in the lush Black Hills, and all the conveniences you could imagine."
Travel + Leisure
"Imagine waking up to the smell of Ponderosa pines and juniper in the Black Hills of South Dakota, after a night spent cozied up in sumptuous sheets."
Business Insider
Explore Under Canvas Mount Rushmore
Amenities
On-Site Dining
Our menu embraces both seasonality and locally sourced produce
Fire Pit and S'mores
Nightly fires and complimentary s’mores available
Complimentary Activities
Live music, morning yoga, kids activities and more
USB Battery Packs
Charge your devices using our bedside battery packs
Experience Coordinator
Let us help you plan the adventure of a lifetime
West Elm Furnishings
West Elm furnishings adourn our expansive lobby tents
On-site Nature Walk
Enjoy a hike through the wooded Black Hills right from camp
Mount Rushmore Tent Types
Suite
Sleeps
Up to 4 People
Bathroom
Private
Great For
Families
Description
Our Suite Tent offers all the amenities of our Deluxe tents with the addition of a lounge area with a queen sofa-bed. The Suite Tent is ideal for couples or families looking for the ultimate outdoor experience.
Key Features
- Bedroom wing with king size bed and luxe linens
- Lounge area with queen sofa-bed
- Private bathroom with shower, sink and flushing toilet
- Private deck with outdoor lounge chairs
- Wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood
Stargazer
Sleeps
Up to 2 People
Bathroom
Private
Description
The Stargazer offers all the upscale amenities of our Deluxe Tent with a viewing window above the king bed. Enjoy a private ensuite bathroom, wood-burning stove and private deck. Perfect for couples looking for an elevated outdoor experience.
Key Features
- King bed with luxe linens
- Night sky viewing window above bed
- Private bathroom with shower, sink and flushing toilet
- Private deck with outdoor lounge chairs
- Wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood
Deluxe
Sleeps
Up to 2 People
Bathroom
Private
Description
The Deluxe Tent boasts a plush king size bed, a private ensuite bathroom with a shower, sink and flushing toilet. Enjoy the night stars on your private deck before retreating into your upscale tent kept warm by a wood-burning stove.
Key Features
- King size bed with luxe linens
- Private bathroom complete with shower, sink and flushing toilet
- Private deck with outdoor lounge chairs
- Wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood
Safari Tent
Sleeps
Up to 2 People
Bathroom
Bathhouse
Description
Our canvas safari-style tents offer plush king size beds and a wood-burning stove to keep the tent warm at night. A bathhouse with private stalls, including hot showers, flushing toilets, and sinks are conveniently located close to your tent.
Key Features
- King size bed with luxe linens
- Shared bathroom facilities moments from your tent
- Wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood
Safari with 3 Twins
Sleeps
Up to 3 People
Bathroom
Bathhouse
Description
Our canvas safari-style tents include three twin beds for families or friends traveling together plus a wood-burning stove for warmth at night. A bathhouse with private hot showers, toilets, and sinks are conveniently located close to your tent.
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Key Features
- Three twin beds with luxe linens
- Shared bathroom facilities moments from your tent
- Wood-burning stove in your tent with complimentary firewood
Suite with Kids Tent
Sleeps
Up to 4 Adults + 2 Kids
Bathroom
Private
Great For
Families
Description
The Suite with Kids Tent offers all the upscale amenities of our traditional Suite plus your own private adjacent tent with two twin beds which is perfect for kids. The Suite with Kids Tent is designed to accommodate families for the perfect upscale, outdoor experience.
Key Features
- Bedroom wing with king size bed and luxe linens
- Private bathroom with shower, sink, and flushing toilet
- Lounge area with queen sofa-bed
- Wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood
Stargazer with Kids Tent
Sleeps
Up to 2 Adults + 2 Kids
Bathroom
Private
Great For
Families
Description
The Stargazer with Kids Tent offers all the amenities of our traditional Stargazer plus your own private adjacent tent with two twin beds which is perfect for kids. This layout is designed for families looking for a unique addition to their upscale outdoor adventure.
Key Features
- King bed with luxe linens
- Night sky viewing window above bed
- Private deck with outdoor lounge chairs
- Wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood
Deluxe with Kids Tent
Sleeps
Up to 2 Adults + 2 Kids
Bathroom
Private
Great For
Families
Description
Enjoy all the amenities of the Deluxe Tent plus your own private adjacent tent with two twin beds, keeping your kids close. This layout is designed to accommodate families of 4. Enjoy these upscale accommodations in the heart of nature.
Key Features
- King size bed with luxe linens
- Private bathroom complete with shower, sink and flushing toilet
- Private deck with outdoor lounge chairs
- Wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood
Safari with Kids Tent
Sleeps
Up to 2 Adults + 2 Kids
Bathroom
Bathhouse
Great For
Families
Description
Enjoy all the amenities of our traditional Safari tents plus a private adjacent tent with two twin beds which is perfect for kids. This layout is perfect for families or groups and offers a bathhouse with private stalls in convenient access to the tents.
Key Features
- King size bed with luxe linens
- Communal bathhouse facilities moments from your tent
- Wood-burning stove with complimentary firewood
Under Canvas Mount Rushmore is your home for South Dakota adventures
Explore the beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota with a stay at Under Canvas Mount Rushmore. Enjoy safari-inspired tents under starry skies complete with ensuite bathrooms, king-size beds with plush linens, wood-burning stoves and more.
LOCATION
DIRECTIONS & TRAVEL INFO
Directions from Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Head down the hill from the memorial, East on SD-244. About 3 miles down you’ll drive past a strip of stores on your right. Turn RIGHT at Cemetery Rd. You’ll see a big white building, the Roosevelt Inn, which will then be on your left side after the turn. You’ll also see an Under Canvas sign on your right. Follow the dirt road for about a mile, looking out for the Under Canvas signs to guide you. It’s a short 14-minute drive to the camp from Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Directions from Rapid City, South Dakota
Take Highway 16 West towards Keystone for about 20 miles. Turn LEFT at Cemetery Rd. You’ll see a big white building, the Roosevelt Inn, which will then be on your left side after your left turn. You’ll also see an Under Canvas sign on your right. Follow the road for about a mile, looking out for the Under Canvas signs to guide you.
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Mount Rushmore Culinary Offerings
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Seasonal and Locally Sourced Menu
We feature seasonal food and beverage offerings that prioritize locally-sourced ingredients from nearby purveyors.
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Nightly S'mores
For dessert, we let you become the chefs with our complimentary s'mores packs and nightly campfires.
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Cheers!
Choose from a selection of wines, beers and cocktails to enjoy during dinner or around the campfire.
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Grab N Go Options
On the run for a day full of adventures? Snag breakfast, lunch or snacks to enjoy on the road, or trail.
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Rise and Shine
Enjoy tasty and nutritious breakfasts items and morning beverages just steps from your tent.
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Dining al Fresco
Dine out with unparalleled views overlooking Mount Rushmore National Monument.
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