We fell in love and bought this property in 2008 while living in Minnesota and made it our goal to relocate here after our son graduated from high school. We made the dream come true in 2020 and are now permanent residents of South Dakota. Building a guest cabin was part of the plan and with some patience we were able to complete the project in 2022. We live not far away - further down the road in the "old place" - and spend our non-working lives horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking and tending to our four horses, one mule, two dogs and two cats.

You may chance to meet our horses should they be spending time in the lower pasture near the cabin. We invite you to enjoy their company from a respectful distance and ask that you not feed them - they eat plenty as it is.

The cabin offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy time in a secluded environment on the edge of US Forest Service property all while enjoying modern conveniences. Hiking and exploring begin right outside the door, and wildlife viewing is possible from the comfort of the living room or front porch. Deer are plentiful, coyotes common, every now and then an elk will wander by. Much, much rarer but living in the area are mountain lion - please watch small children, pets and yourselves when hiking here or anywhere throughout the Black Hills.

Across the pasture you will see through the trees the remnants of an old mine. Mines in this area were active in the 1940's and materials such as mica, feldspar, beryl and quartz were extracted. There is a trail that follows between the two fences to the west or left of the cabin that goes to the mine and beyond. Feel free to explore - quartz and other materials are free for the taking if you have the desire or means to carry.

Hot Shot Hideaway is located minutes from Custer State Park and Wind Cave National Park. Both parks can be accessed via Lower French Creek Drive.

We live just minutes down the road and are typically around to assist guests if a need arises with their stay or other. We have also spent countless hours exploring the immediate and surrounding areas. If you have questions about local venues or activities feel free to ask. We'll probably have an answer and / or an opinion.

Kayaks and transport to and from Stockade Lake available by prior special arrangement. Contact hosts for details and availability.