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Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin

US Forest Service · South Dakota

Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin in South Dakota. Ringed marker is this site; the other dots are the 58 public campsites we map in South Dakota.

Summit Ridge Cabin is located near the border of Wyoming in Southwestern South Dakota on the Black Hills National Forest, providing a perfect setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's, the cabin was originally used as housing for personnel that staffed the adjacent forest fire lookout tower. The cabin is available for reservation throughout the year when accessible.

What we know about it

Managed by
US Forest Service
Fee
$75/night
Booking
Reservation required
Dogs
Allowed on a leash (USFS policy)
Site type
RV & Tent Campground
Suits an RV
Yes
Phone
605-673-9200
Coordinates
43.85417, -104.05250

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Source: Recreation.gov, dated 2026-03-03, fetched 2026-09-07. Official listing.

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