Black Hills Finest! Mickelson Trail Lodge

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Hill City, SD

1880 Train5 min drive
Prairie Berry Winery11 min drive
Needles Highway11 min drive
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5a

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5b

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 5a

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5b

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to the Mickelson Trail Lodge

Custom built lodge with 6 bedrooms, 6 1/2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, screened porch with 20’ cathedral ceiling. Log covered patio with mammoth wood burning fireplace, private swimming pool and gardens, and featuring a unique rooftop hot tub with spectacular views of the valley below. (Hot Tubs are not available during the months of January & February).

Located in the Heart of the Hills, just minutes away from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, and all major Black Hills attractions.

A perfect setting for family reunions, retreats, anniversaries or weddings.

Mickelson Trail Lodge is open year-round.

Disclaimer: Cell phone & Wi-Fi reception is very limited. Also, there is no washer/Dryer unit available at this cabin.

(Under New Management)- Western Sky Vacation Homes, LLC

Property manager

Matthew McCaskell

Premier Host

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Notify us before booking

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Check with Property Manager on pet policy..

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outdoor only - dispose of properly

Family atmosphere: We maintain and enforce a 10 P.M. quiet time. We will not tolerate loud parties and music at any time of the day or night.

Hot Tub water is changed between stays. We ask please do not change the temperature on hot tub and/or adjust, remove the chemical floater. Thanks!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Cashless transactions are available

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25

Note from host: Notify us before booking

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this lodge is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hill City, SD

What's nearby

1880 Train - 5 min drive
Prairie Berry Winery - 11 min drive
Needles Highway - 11 min drive
Black Hills National Forest - 19 min drive
Mount Rushmore - 23 min drive

Getting around

Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

Alpine Inn - 6 min drive
Sick N Twisted Brewing Co. - 11 min drive
Pizzeria Mangiamo - 6 min drive
Firehouse Smokejumper Station - 10 min drive
Hill City Cafe - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Black Hills Finest! Mickelson Trail Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Black Hills Finest! Mickelson Trail Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, Black Hills Finest! Mickelson Trail Lodge allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Black Hills Finest! Mickelson Trail Lodge ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Black Hills Finest! Mickelson Trail Lodge ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Black Hills Finest! Mickelson Trail Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from 1880 Train and within 6 miles (10 km) of Wade's Gold Mill and Teddy Bear Town. Sonja's and Things That Rock are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Al G.

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yearly family get together

Easter weekend family gathering!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa C.

2 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Large with lots of bathrooms

My family and I stayed here for state wrestling. My husband and I have 5 children. Two are married and each couple has had their first child. So we had a total of 11 humans staying at the lodge. The best part was the amount of privacy each couple and family unit could have. Each room had its own private bath with the exception of a 2 bedroom unit upstairs that shared a bathroom. The property was very large and could accommodate many people in rooms and baths, but it left a lot to be desired for social time and fellowship. The kitchen is not very large and the dining rooms are split between one side of the house and the other. The living room area only had enough seats for 4 people. Not a good thing when the home can hold upwards of 14 people. The home also had a lot of unfinished projects and felt choppy with a dining room table in front of a beautiful interior fireplace with an additional fridge in what I would consider a living room area. Maybe if they flipped the dining room table where the living room furniture is, they could add a lot more living room furniture around the beautiful interior fireplace. It also had a very nice exterior fireplace, which we used even though it was pretty cold.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy L.

13 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin

Booked two cabins in error now being taken to court for one never used

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam M.

29 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Vacation

We celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary with most of our children and grandchildren. The lodge was an excellent place to do so. We had plenty of room, lots of bathrooms and the manager was helpful and fun. We recommend the lodge to everyone!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlys W.

6 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Family Getaway

Hiking, biking, fishing, bison auction, and family time. PERFECT!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Matthew McCaskell

Hello,

My name is Matthew McCaskell. I grew in the lodging business here in the Black Hills. I fully understand the importance of quality, family friendly lodging, and great customer service. My staff and I strive to make this cabin a welcoming, serene, and comfortable home away from home in the Black Hills.

What makes this property unique

This lodge has many amenities and is located close to all the area attractions! Enjoy the beauty of the Black Hills along the scenic George S. Mickelson Trail in South Dakota.