Glamping Near Mount Rushmore

Under Canvas Mount Rushmore

2024 Dates: May 2nd – September 30th

Under Canvas Mount Rushmore is tucked among ponderosa pines and juniper on an original gold mining settlement less than four miles from Mount Rushmore National Monument. With majestic views of Mount Rushmore and the hills beyond, Under Canvas is an ideal basecamp for exploring Custer State Park and the Black Hills of South Dakota.

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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."
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Explore Under Canvas Mount Rushmore

Amenities

Organic Bath Products

Organic Bath Products

Upscale, organic bath products stocked in your ensuite bathroom

On-Site Dining

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Our menu embraces both seasonality and locally sourced produce

Fire Pit and S'mores

Fire Pits & Smores

Nightly fires and complimentary s’mores available

Complimentary Activities

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Live music, morning yoga, kids activities and more

USB Battery Packs

USB Battery Packs

Charge your devices using our bedside battery packs

Experience Coordinators

Adventures Concierge

Let us help you plan the adventure of a lifetime

West Elm Furnishings

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West Elm furnishings adourn our expansive lobby tents

On-site Nature Walk

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Enjoy a hike through the wooded Black Hills right from camp

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. Sleep under starry skies and enjoy safari-inspired tents with king-size beds with plush linens, en suite bathrooms with hot water, 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.

CAMP MAP

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Mount Rushmore FAQs

Dining

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Food and Beverage at Under Canvas
Seasonal and Locally Sourced Menu

We feature seasonal food and beverage offerings that prioritize locally-sourced ingredients from nearby purveyors.

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S'mores at Under Canvas
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 Food Options at Under Canvas
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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Under Canvas Breakfast Items
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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Premium Coffee

Wake up and smell the coffee with premium espresso beverages.

Experience Under Canvas Throughout the U.S.

Under Canvas boasts exceptional destinations across the U.S., including locations near Yellowstone National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Acadia National Park, and beyond. Book your Under Canvas adventure today.

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