This is a fun place for the kids to try out skiing for the first time…read more I brought my family to Terry Peak to learn how to ski. I grew up skiing, but my Florida babies hadn't seen snow until this vacation. There's a sweet little ski school that introduces kids to skiing. They get a two hour lesson with other kids, and by the end of it, most kids can safely ski down the bunny slope for the rest of the day. Sometimes they do take the kids on the chairlifts within those two hours, but on the day my kids took the class, they stuck to the magic carpet. Not a problem. Both kids enjoyed their lesson enough that they were up to trying the chairlift with me, and we hopped on, and the staff was kind enough to slow down the chairs to let us get on awkwardly and then to stop the lift when my son fell off when he dismounted. Everyone is super friendly. The instructors were really nice and great at communicating with the parents. The people running the rental area were very understanding when my daughter lost her ski in the powder. The resort is small enough that I was comfortable letting my kids go off with their ski school friends to ski the rest of the afternoon. The kids' green ski lesson package included a beginner's pass that allowed them access to the Stewart lift, so they could go down a couple green circle runs, which was enough for my daughter. The next day, I signed my son up for the Blue ski lesson package. On that day, it was just him and another kid who had also been in the beginner class the day before. The instructor took them to the top of the mountain, and by the end of the 2 hours, my son felt comfortable going down the easier blue squares. Both of my kids are now excited to plan more ski vacations. Terry Peak is probably too small for more experienced skiers to stay amused for long, but for a two day intro to skiing for my kids, it was perfect. We were there for spring break, and it happened to snow for the three days before we arrived, so the mountain was "busy." The lines to buy tickets and get fitted for rental gear were long and slow. But once you are all set up, the resort itself was fantastic. The lines for the chairlifts moved quickly, none of the 30=60 minute waits that I remember from skiing in Tahoe as a kid. The Stewart Lodge Cafe was a very fast place to grab a quick meal. They just serve pizza, hot dogs, burgers, chicken tenders, corn dogs, and chili. There's also a bar on one side that allows kids to sit at the tables but does not allow outside food. I heard that the other lodge has a better menu, but we never made it down there. There's a decent amount of free parking. We took a taxi from Deadwood (cost $35-40 each way) rather than try the icy and unfamiliar roads in a rental.

We didn't "hit the slopes" but yet we're packed with others brave enough to take on the wind and…read morecold. No doubt it is a popular place to ski. The bar area offered the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine with a view of the slopes .

Could this be the last review for Powder House in 2026? Maybe. Tonight was their last night being…read moreopen for the season, so who knows. How do I put this lightly? If I could, I would give Powder House 6 out of 5 stars. My wife and I had an amazing time there tonight. Our server was Emily and she was an absolute gem. She suggested all the right meals and we were both blown away by the quality and taste of everything. I went in planning to get a steak, but at Emily's suggestion, I ordered the bacon-wrapped buffalo filet mignon. It was cooked to absolute perfection--every bite was tender and juicy. It ranks among the best steaks I've ever had, so you can take that for what that's worth. My wife had the chicken alfredo and said it was one of the best she's ever had, too. I would highly recommend getting reservations if you plan on coming. This was a meal and experience we will talk about for many years to come. If we ever make it back to the Black Hills, we will most definitely be stopping by.

Had the Omelette with bacon, ham, tomatoes and mushroom, also French toast and pancake…read more The Omelette was really good. Very generous on the ham and bacon. The ham tasted like cooked in brown sugar and honey which complemented the more savory slightly salty bacon bits. The bacon had a drier texture and more like crumbles vs chopped bacon pieces but worked well with the other ingredients. Mushroom was grilled and added an earthy flavor which balanced the heavier meat ingredients. The side of potatoes was really good, too. It was cut in cubes, lightly coated with some kind of starch and fried. The coating has the flavor of seasoned curly fries. Lightly crispy on the outside but soft on the inside. I chose rye from the bread options. The french toast was also yummy; cinnamonny and eggy flavor but without being overly soaked in custard nor soggy. This was a side order for additional cost. The pancakes tasted like it had sweet cream and had a nutty hint of flavor. More dense than fluffy but was good. Reasonable prices for the quality and amount of the food. Staff were nice and friendly. Great ambiance, too. The restaurant has a very cozy homey feel with the country style decor. Windows wrapped around most of the dining area. Plenty of parking. Highly recommend if you're around Keystone South Dakota or nearby area.

Was invited to a wedding here. Beautiful location. We were there at the end of April, which was…read morenice weather, but I fear in the hotter months how warm the space will get. It was really warm on a 60 degree day. Also, the driveway is VERY bumpy. I get it, it's a gravel drive, but there were so many holes. I can definitely see why couples in the area would like this venue for their special day.

My wife and I had our wedding here in August 2024. The venue is absolutely amazing. The…read morecoordinators are really nice and have a lot of options to choose from when it comes to decorations or you can choose to do your own decorations. The barn has a lot of DJ , food and flower vendors that they work with and can recommend some great options for you. This area is a popular wedding destination so I recommend planning everything a year before hand . Everything was perfect . My wife and I were extremely happy with the service Ashleigh & Tia provided. Thank you Tia for creating The Barn at Aspen Acres

Stopped in to basically do a pic and a been there do that moment. The saloon had a few people…read moredrinking at the bar and more people just to do what we did. Walked over to the distillery part and was greeted immediately. Had a free tasting while talking to the (owner)? She gave us a couple extra free as she talked about the show and the devistating fire that forced the end of the show and the eventual move 8 miles down the road to rebuild. They have tons of flavored moonshines, whiskey, vodka and sipping creams. My wife loved the espresso flavor and the blackberry shine. and I liked the whiskey and the eaters shine. Whiskey is pricey but I bought a bottle of the 250 anniversary bottle (92 proof). We had the place to ourselves until we were ready to leave as a big group came in.

Biker tourist trap. $7 for a bottled beer (more expensive than in CA!), they are just here to sale…read moremerch and gouge during the motorcycle rally. The decor is fantastic and their live music (indoor, daytime) is free and of extremely good quality. Outdoor evening show tickets are way overpriced (triple - or more - what you'd pay in your city for the same band). It's worth stopping by once in your life if you haven't done so. I wouldn't stay or hang in this place for long, even if I had money to burn.

Very friendly staff and cute clean rooms. We stayed in a studio cabin. Small but perfect for our…read moreneeds. Nice and quiet and plenty of walking and hiking trails. Manager was very helpful with suggestions for dining and other activities. We'd stay here again.

Stayed in the motel and it was great. Right on the…read moretrout-filled Canyon Lake. Room was neat and clean with comfy beds. Even had a two burner stove! Fridge was nice and there are propane grills outside if you'd like to cook. Very friendly staff, I loved it here.

A MILLION STARS‼‼ What a treasure. The location is absolutely perfect - rustic, peaceful, and…read morebeautiful. The owners are so kind, and the made from scratch gourmet breakfasts + coffee (actually roasted in the dining room) were an amazing way to start the day. So grateful for the entire experience, can't wait to go back!!

My partner and I spent three wonderful nights at Hisega Lodge while exploring the Rapid City area…read more We were immediately impressed with the location, as the historic lodge is nestled next to a creek in the hills. From the moment we arrived, we were shown nothing but kindness and hospitality from the operators Tara and Mike. The welcoming environment of this place extends into every nook and cranny. Guests can access free microwave popcorn, sodas, ice, and coffee, and can access the main lodge at anytime and sit on the couches or read in the library area. There is wifi accessible and our room came with a tv that included access to a variety of apps, including Netflix. We were fortunate enough to bunk in a family suite and it is perfectly suited for a group of people that are looking for a home-away-from-home feel. With two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and open-concept kitchen and living area, it really felt like we had our own apartment here. The kitchen and bathrooms are thoughtfully stocked with travel-sized toiletries and condiments, and there are plenty of dishes and cookware to utilize. There would be no need to worry about cooking in the morning, however, because breakfast is prepared and delicious! Every morning was plenty to fill me up for hours, and the variety and quality of food was really exceptional. It is served at a communal table, so everyone at the lodge eats together. This turned out to be the most pleasant surprise, as we began establishing friendships and connections with other people. Between the friendly staff, the beautiful location, and the impressive breakfast, Hisega Lodge went far and above my expectations. I intend to recommend this place to anyone who is looking to stay in the Rapid City area.

What an amazing venue and campground. Several of our friends and ourselves decided to go up with…read moreour families last minute. The campground is immaculate. The cabins are spacious and cozy. The wagon was super fun. And the campsites were also very nice. Some stayed for more than a week we came to consecutive weekends. We had an amazing time. Everything was clean. The showers and bathrooms were well taken care of as well as the laundry room. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating and the prices were reasonable, especially for how cozy it all was. We highly recommend.

Great place to camp. Hosts were very nice and cordial. The area is easy to access and the sites are…read morefairly level and accommodating.

Flew into Custer, South Dakota, for a one-night stay and came across this cool restaurant--and I'm…read moreglad we did! The bar is great: spacious, comfortable, and with plenty of drink options. The food menu is somewhat limited, but what we ordered was really good. I started with a non-alcoholic Lagunitas Hazy IPA, which was excellent. It had some refreshing fruity notes and was a great choice. I ordered the orange chicken. It was well done and definitely good, although it didn't quite have that "wow" factor. My buddy ordered the small nachos with added beef, and those were absolutely the way to go! The "small" size was huge, loaded with toppings, and packed with flavor. I sampled a few and would definitely recommend them. There wasn't any live music on Friday night when we visited, but it looks like they have live music fairly often throughout the week, which would be a fun bonus. Service was excellent--friendly, attentive, and helpful with recommendations. If you're in Custer, this is definitely a place worth checking out!

Over all, a solid evening that included a nice selection of tap beer, great food, and pretty dang…read moregood live music

Visiting this Elks Lodge from the South San Francisco Elks Lodge #2091. Great hospitality and the…read moreservice was great at the bar. Took a tour of the facilities and they have lots of things to do. Darts, slots, pool tables, TV's, cards, the list goes on. There is a very nice golf course on site. It is one of the few lodges that is open to the public, in addition to Elks Members. They have 10 RV spots with water/electric hookups for members only. I'd highly recommend fellow Elk's to stop by if you're in the area.

I've been to the Elks club many times especially on a Sunday for their Sunday brunch or if they had…read moreEaster Sunday or another holiday we've gone there as well. The food has always been excellent and my dad used to be a 36 year member of the club so that's another reason why we were at the club a lot I highly recommend them.

I had points from IHG because of a horrendous Holiday Inn Express stay. I read the reviews VERY…read morecarefully before making my decision to stay here and I am glad that I did. On Sunday night I used points and stayed free and Monday night I paid for my night, happily! This is listed as a resort instead of a hotel. You enter through the casino. Then you walk through to an elevator that you take to the lobby of the hotel. Then, you walk from that elevator to the front desk. Here the friendly, welcoming staff already had my key and paperwork ready for when I checked in. Then you walk around the front desk to an elevator where you go from the lobby and go upstairs to one of the hotel's floors. These are different buildings stacked up against the mountain. I went down to the casino. Heidi at the player's club was INCREDIBLE. She went ABOVE and BEYOND to make our stay REMARKABLE! Our room was newly renovated and beautiful. The floor was tiled at the foyer and bathroom. The bedroom was no-shag carpet. The beds and pillows felt amazing. Each headboard curved around the side. The light next to the headboard was appropriately shielded by the headboard to make the light the perfect brightness. The TV was huge. It was on a bracket that allowed it to be angled in any direction. The refrigerator and microwave were behind rattan doors. This made them look better. It also hid the light from the microwave. There is live music and multiple eating locations, including one that combines the option for betting on live sports events. There is a coffee shop and gift shop. The pool and hot tub were closed for renovation when I was there.

This is a great place to stay. Close to all the action. A block away. Easy parking and easy to…read moreyour room. The rooms were great too. We will be back here for sure.