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Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore

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Cougar Lodge
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Living Room
Kitchen
Kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Rushmore Lions Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Canyon Lake Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore

This lodge is a large two story Black Hills Vacation Home situated on the back side of beautiful Lake Park Campground and Cottages. Three queen beds and two twin beds in four bedrooms sleep up to 8 people. A Futon sleeper in the family room brings total occupancy up to 10. Three full bathrooms means nobody has to wait. Nice two car garage and off street parking.
Cougar Lodge gets its name from the large amount of wildlife in the area. You can watch the deer meander by while your family enjoy barbequing on your own gas grill.
The property connects to Lake Park Campground and Canyon Lake where you can enjoy fishing, take a paddle boat to explore the lake, or start a bike ride on the 8 mile paved trail passing 2 Golf Courses - it is truly wonderful place to make memories. The lodge offers something for everyone, from a cozy reading nook to the grassy lawn for outdoor games.
Like all of our cottages it is smoke free and pet free.

Beautiful kitchen on the Main floor
Comfortable dining room with seating for 8 (6 at the table, 2 at the bar)
Three bedrooms with queen beds in each
One bedroom with two twin size beds (Upper level)
Futon in Family Room
Two Living rooms each with their own tv's
Three Full bathrooms
In House laundry
All linens, towels and bedding
Central air conditioning and Heat
Wireless internet and 2 Flat screen cable t.v.'s
Large Deck with Gas grill + plenty of areas for seating
Garage

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please do not launder any linens or towels as we have them commercially done.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is in the mountains. Black Hills Caverns and Berlin Wall Exhibit are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Rushmore Lions Park. Watiki Water Park and Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Rushmore Lions Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Canyon Lake Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Braeburn Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cliffside Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore?

As of 30 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore on 26 May 2026 start from NZ$679, 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.

How much is parking at Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cougar Lodge Vacation Home Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore - In Rapid City On Canyon Lake Thirty Minutes from Mt Rushmore located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Rushmore Lions Park and Canyon Lake Park. Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center and Chapel in the Hills are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois D.

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

Family reunion trip

Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darla B.

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

We felt like we hit the Jackpot finding a 4 bedroom 3 bath home at an affordable price

The location was great, we made use of the patio and BBQ Pit. Everything was nice and clean, we would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mara D.

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

Girls trip

Wonderful rental. Great location. Had everything we needed. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Great Location

Great house for the whole family. Location couldn't be better with easy access to all the Black Hills has to offer. Wouldn't hesitate to book this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

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

Clean and comfortable

We had a great stay at Cougar Lodge! The property was very clean and comfortable. The location was great for all the activities we had planned and was a quick trip to downtown and to the grocery store.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Space was great. Clean and plenty of linens. Nice to have 3 bathrooms! The kitchen needs some work for actual cooking. Appliances were subpar. Mattresses also could be better. Overall pleasant and great communication. Good stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike A.

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

Sturgis MC Rally

Absolutely Awesome.. Great house, great peoples to deal with just a pleasure.
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri S.

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

Perfect

Awesome location. Close to attractions. Busy days and then wonderful to come back to the house and relax. Great space!! Plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Rapid City rental

We loved this place and would stay again. We were coming in late on the day of check in but the manager called us to see how our trip up was going. He let us know just how to get our check in material and said to just swing sometime the next day to let them know we made it. That was really nice of them to do and really relieved me that we would be able to come in late without any problems. The rental house is roomy and comfortable. Close to a lake and walking trails. This is a perfect spot for a launch point to everything we wanted to see in the area. If we make it back to this area we would request this rental for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

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

Cougar Lodge

Cougar Lodge was perfect for us. My husband and I with our two married daughters and their husbands, and our other daughter all had a bedroom and with 3 restrooms we had plenty of restrooms. The location was great and allowed us to be about an hour plus or minus from Devil’s Tower, Deadwood, Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Jewel Cave, Wind Cave, Badlands National Park, in addition to miniature golf and Bear Country nearby. Rapid City has easy access to groceries, gas, food and tourist attractions. Cougar Lodge was clean and had what we needed. Management was easy to work with. A gas grill is available on the deck. The only small negative was that the upstairs section only has two vents for AC and they aren’t in the bedrooms. The last day the temps got up to 80 and the upstairs bedrooms were pretty warm that night. They do provide a box fan for each bedroom. Neighborhood is nice and there is a walking trail nearby. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Best of the Best

This place was absolutely the best--we spent three nights there and wished we had spent a week. Very clean and furnished like new! It was clear that this place was detailed to a high degree. We stayed at five different VRBOs on our trip and this place was by far the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gregory H.

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

Both good and bad

Good - layout with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and separate sitting area upstairs. Excellent WIFI Bad - Kitchen had no salt, pepper, olive oil, aluminum foil or other basic items. No hair dryer or shampoo in any of the bathrooms. Very chintzy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diane L.

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

Pretty good, but some negatives

This house is in a good location by a lake and park with places to walk. It's convenient to the Black Hills. The house has a long, narrow living room with large pieces of furniture. The cramped kitchen is poorly laid out, and it's hard for more than one person at a time to be in the kitchen. There was not enough flatware to last one day, and we kept hand washing spoons and forks. There were plenty of cooking pots. The dining room table was too small; it barely seated 6 people. The AC worked well. Our downstairs bed was very soft and very high (thick mattress). The showerhead was good but it was placed low, causing difficulties for my tall spouse. There seemed to be plenty of hot water. We encountered several different bugs in the house; pest control treatment would be helpful. If we stayed in the area again, I would look for a different house.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cody H.

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

Clean, Clean, Clean!!!

Wow! Pictures don't do this place justice! Extremely clean, super comfortable, very spacious, nice furniture... We sat on the covered front porch every morning with our coffee, loved every minute of our stay. Peaceful neighborhood. Layout was perfect for our 5 adults. We will definitely be renting this place again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

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

Property has excellent space and very convenient to all Rapid City and surrounding attractions.

Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda A.

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

Convenient location

This property is in a convenient location. Close to stores restaurants and attractions but yet still felt outside the city. We had deer visit every night. It is spacious for families or even multiple families. It has all the basics but no extras as some rentals do (basic spices, ice chests etc.)
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great Family Getaway

Look no further if you want a quaint and relaxing cottage to stay in. This property at Lake Park Campground and Cottages was wonderful. It fits all the needs for a large group or family. We were a family of 5 but it easily could fit 6 or 7. The kitchen comes equipped with everything you need as well as the bathrooms and bedrooms. There are outside sitting areas in both the front and backyard. As well as plenty of places to walk around the campsite. My children loved that they basically had the upstairs all to themselves. The owners are the most sweetest and kindest people I have ever met. They are very loving, accommodating, helpful, and personable. I highly recommend Lake Park Cottages for your traveling needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miguel A. M.

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

Very Clean and Comfortable

We loved to stay in this property/clean and quiet area. Especially watching the deers walking thru patio/front of the house. Well located to go to places such as Mount Rushmore [25 mins away].....etc. People from South Dakota are very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris H.

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

Overall decent stay

It was a decent stay. I liked that it was off a main road, but not at all noisy. The house and property were nice, but a bit antiquated. The carpet had spots where the pad was worn or removed. The towels, while especially welcomed for use, were a bit on the low end for quality. That's really the only two negatives I have.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

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

Great stay

No issues--thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Alienna H.

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

Nice place!

Property was exactly as described. Beautiful surroundings. Close to the lake (walking distance). Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Great place to stay

Very nice accommodations and centrally located for the attractions in and near Rapid City….would definitely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

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

Great location, quiet neighborhood

I could go on forever about this great property. Great location to visit the Badlands, Mt Rushmore, Custer State Park, various caves, and Sturgis. House was big enough to give my adult children their own private space. Very quiet neighborhood yet close to grocery store, Walmart, restaurants and mini golf (usually within 8-15 min). Lake in the neighborhood for fishing, paddle boats, also a walking trail.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

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

Easy and well managed

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

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

Great rental house

This was a fantastic spot for our family to stay during our visit to the Black Hills. We had our kids plus other extended family which worked out great with the 4 bedrooms. The house was in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to many places. Check in and out was super easy, and the property management was very friendly and helpful. It was probably the cleanest VRBO I've ever stayed in too. I would definitely recommend this spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

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