Cabin

The Golden Nugget Cabin

Photo gallery for The Golden Nugget Cabin

Exterior
Private kitchen
Room
Interior
Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Keystone, SD
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Mount Rushmore
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

The Golden Nugget Cabin

Welcome to The Golden Nugget Cabin at Backroads Inn and Cabins. Newly restyled into a clean, simple, and beautiful space. This studio has a king-sized bed above a small living room and kitchenette (full-size fridge, hot plate, sink, toaster, microwave, coffee pot). Enjoy fresh air and listen to water run down stream on this 8 acre property surrounded by National Forest. You will feel complete peace while also being minutes away from Mt Rushmore (2.4 miles) and Custer State Park (15 mins)

Community Pool (heated) open 10am to dark Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Please Note: We offer Starlink Satellite wifi and being located in an isolated valley we are susceptible to slower speeds.

Close to all the main Black Hills attractions:

Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Keystone, SD
A monumental granite sculpture featuring the 60-foot faces of four U.S. presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. Approximately 2.4 miles from Backroads Inn & Cabins. 


Custer State Park
Custer, SD
A 71,000-acre state park known for its scenic drives, abundant wildlife, and outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. Approximately a 15-minute drive from Backroads Inn & Cabins. 

Crazy Horse Memorial
Crazy Horse, SD
An in-progress mountain carving dedicated to the Lakota leader Crazy Horse, aiming to be the world's largest sculpture upon completion. Approximately 19 miles from Backroads Inn & Cabins. 

Badlands National Park
Interior, SD
A dramatic landscape characterized by sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires, offering hiking trails and abundant wildlife. Approximately an hour's drive from Backroads Inn & Cabins.

Property manager

Lana Paulson
Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Keystone

Keystone is home to this cabin. 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 Mount Rushmore and Black Hills National Forest. National Presidential Wax Museum and Rushmore Tramway Adventures are also worth visiting.
Map
Keystone, SD

What's nearby

  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 7 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 8 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 8 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 10 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Presidential Trail - 13 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boss' Pizza & Chicken - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Big Thunder Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carvers Cafe - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Golden Nugget Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The Golden Nugget Cabin?

As of 16 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Golden Nugget Cabin on 12 July 2025 start from NZ$478.78, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is The Golden Nugget Cabin located?

Situated in Keystone, this cabin is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Gutzon Borglum Historical Center and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Big Thunder Gold Mine and National Presidential Wax Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marissa M.

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

Lovely cabin in a great spot!

We had a great time at The Gold Nugget, it was perfect for a few days on our trip! I'd recommend it to anyone looking to stay near Mt Rushmore and Custer State Park.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lana Paulson

Host profile image

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests