Super cool experience! Every single camper you meet is nice and it's a great place to find community and relax between national park visits. The "lodge" tent has great food for purchase- we weren't disappointed by any meals. Pricing is a little high but quality is good. Wait times to check in or get service at the desk are sometimes long. Pros (we stayed in a tent without a bathroom): Unlimited firewood & starters S'mores every night Quiet- not a party vibe Bathrooms kept clean Spacious tent Nice bedding Charger and flashlight to borrow Fun games to borrow Cons: Bathroom towels weren't as luxurious as the bedding was Bathrooms are not heated- even though shower water is hot, room feels chilly Shower needs to be pulled in to turn on- saving water but chilly at times Lodge was chilly also- have to ask for heaters to be turned on even when it's 45° outside Our tent was FAR from a bathroom Wood burning stoves have constant issues with the flue grate getting full and setting off smoke detector... staff taught everyone how to manage the fire but never mentions cleaning out the flue constantly. This was by far the biggest annoyance. read more

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First off, they need better signage and some road work on the entrance off of 16. The people are very nice and accommodating. We stayed for 4 nights, probably a bit much for us. The tent with a private bathroom is good, had to burn a fire to keep warm 2 nights. Bit of a thunderstorm one night and the tent was flapping around all night. The restaurant is good, meals at night ok but the cook can't scramble an egg to save his life, overcooked to the point of being small hard bits. Overall a good experience and may try UC at another location. read more

My boyfriend and I came across Under Canvas on accident while looking for a place to stay during a road trip. We were beyond impressed to say the least. It happened to be the last night they were open for the season, but we were still greeted with the most welcoming staff and the most amazing atmosphere. The little bungalow/tents are adorable and have a perfect little wood stove inside. The views were breathtaking. We even got a free breakfast for being their last customers of the season! read more

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Unique experience. Great food. Friendly staff. Shower works on a pulley system - would have preferred a knob. But overall fun glamping experienced read more

1) No AC! It gets hot in the afternoon. 2) Shower temperature is not adjustable, too hot for kids! Also, you have to keep holding the pull to get water. So basically you can only wash with one hand. 3) Noise! When wind blows on the tent, it sounds like non-stop fire crackers. Our whole family was woken up at 3am! 4) Last but not least- BEDBUGS!!!!! We spent $700+ for one night. I got 200+ bites and my hairy husband got 50+ bites. Luckily, our son sleeps on the couch and only got a few on his feet. Now I am still suffering in unbearable itchiness and worried about what if the bedbugs have come to my house. read more

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I can't say enough amazing things about Under Canvas. I had high expectations and I was wowed by the beauty and nature. The food was amazing also. We stayed in the Star Gazer yurt and it was more expensive than I originally wanted to pay, but it was worth the money for the shower/toilet in our tent and also the view of the sky while in bed. This was quite an experience. The picture don't fully do it justice. This location had a community area with a restaurant. They were hosting bingo while we were checking in. There were surprisingly more children there than I would have thought. That area had a ton of tables and games to keep you entertained if you didn't wanna hang in your yurt. We decided to sit on the scenic patio and eat dinner and share a bottle of wine. The Rose was perfect for a nice night and it paired well with our Zoodles and chicken bruschetta entrees. They were not only stunning, but the best food around! We had the best service and they drove our luggage to and from our vehicle in a golf cart and assisted with all of our needs. Thank you!!! Go, adventure and live life! read more

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Absolutely loved this company & the experience! I have nothing but good things to say (except that no one in South Dakota wears masks & they are rude about it- but that isn't Under Canvas' fault). If you are looking to experience nature while maintaining basic comforts, there is no better company than this. -The service was 10/10! Everyone is super nice, helpful & kind. They are all willing to do anything you ask of them. -The tent is BEAUTIFUL! We got the skylight tent and it was truly amazing watching the stars while in the comfort of a fluffy bed. Everything from the shower to the battery chargers is perfectly thought out. If you can, I definitely recommend getting a tent with its own bathroom. -The food was SO good! I didn't expect to actually like the food but everything was really really good! The whole experience was amazing! The place is perfectly located just a few minutes away from Mt Rushmore- you can even see it from the camp. They had bingo, s'mores and trivia when I was there, which was so fun and they had great prices. Will definitely be going to another Under Canvas location soon! Loved it! read more

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Friendly checkin with a tour of the facilities. They are only serving breakfast and dinner. The have complementary coffee, tea, and hot cocoa! They even have some fruit and baked goods to go with your coffee. The food and the restaurant was well prepared and delicious. Lots of selection including beer and wine. The tents and bathroom were very clean and comfortable. They even provide clean towels in the bathrooms with shampoo and body wash. They have nightly fires with s'mores kits provided in the main tent to take back to the fire pits. We did the hike around camp with Rose and Mark and they had such great information to share about the area and gave us recommendations for other sites to see around the area. They have yoga mats and blocks to borrow. We stayed in a tent with the kids tent right next to ours- very nice beds, pillows and blankets. They had a small stove to warm your tent but it was not needed during our stay. We stayed with kids and they loved seeing Mt. Rushmore light up at night from the main patio. Definitely will stay with an Under Canvas property again. read more

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The people there are just perfect. We really enjoyed our visit. I just wish we had more time to spend there.

Genuinely can't say enough about this place! It's so beautiful and clean and everyone who works here is dope and so kind and helpful. The amenities are great and so is the food. There are also hot showers with soaps and fresh towels. The tents are adorable and beds are so comfy. HIGHLY recommend coming to an under canvas no matter where you are- I know I'll be coming back. They truly think of everything. read more

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This review is for a one night stay in a Deluxe tent in mid-September. Tent: - It was really nice to have our own private toilet, sink, and shower! - Bed was super comfy and the blankets were great in keeping warm! - USB lanterns and battery charger were immensely helpful to have! - The two chairs in the tent and on the porch were quite nice for just chilling and relaxing. - We got the fire going in the stove however in the process, we ended up filling the ENTIRE tent with smoke and had to open the tent flaps in order to not just inhale smoke which defeated the entire purpose of lighting the fire. We set the stove to only let in the minimal amt of air in but we woke up super congested and our throats and noses were scratchy from all the smoke. Lobby/Common Area: - They had heat lamps for later in the night that we really appreciated! - Complimentary fire and s'mores was WONDERFUL! They had them by the check-in desk and everything you needed was provided including the graham crackers, chocolate (full bars of hersheys!), marshmallows, and sticks. They also had Reese's (full size) and hand sanitizer which came in handy after roasting marshmallows. - When we arrived, they were just starting trivia. Bailey was absolutely WONDERFUL and we learned so much about South Dakota. She was also kind enough to give prizes to everyone who participated. - There were a lot of games that were available for common use. - Complimentary water bottles were great, except that they ran out and didn't replace. - The view of Mt Rushmore is a bit of a stretch. If it's a cloudy day, there's no way you can see anything. Luckily for us, it was a clear day so we were able to see it from the boardwalk area behind the Lobby/Common Area. Food: - They had complimentary coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available at all hours. However, their hot water dispenser was pretty gross. It just tasted like lukewarm coffee dregs. We also tried using the hot water dispenser on the water dispenser but it wasn't hot at all. - Didn't get dinner (opted to eat in Keystone) but seemed like they had a lot of options. We decided to stay for breakfast and my friend opted for the pancakes, which was the safer choice. I ended up getting the breakfast hash (potatoes, onions, peppers, and sausage) which was a huge mistake because later that day I ended up getting food poisoning and spent the rest of the day incapacitated. This was a really big disappointment and ruined the experience because that will be the first thing I think of every time I think of this glamping trip and UnderCanvas. read more

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Under Canvas has been on my bucket list for a long time now and my what a game changer. My husband and I booked a night for their Deluxe tent which maybe at least a $100 more compare to the safari but you have the convenience of having your private bathroom and shower. The room/tent was spacious and trendy. You have a private fire pit inside with unlimited logs to keep you cool for the night. The guest services were all fantastic and accommodating. The views here are amazing. The deck offers a great view of Mount Rushmore and at night we had someone do a history 101 lesson of Rushmore right before the lighting ceremony. The food menu is always changing and it's incredible. The complimentary coffee, tea, apple cider and hot cocoa was always available and they also offer s'mores nightly at 7PM. Our room and bed was surprisingly incredibly comfortable. Prolly the best sleep I've had in our Roadtrip. The blankets were warm and weighted. Make sure to take the 2.2 mi hike. Views are amazing. Overall I highly recommend this Under Canvas Location read more

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The accommodations are comfortable and king size beds were ridiculously comfortable! Haven't slept that great in years! Live music in the evening and great coffee in the morning. Appetizers were great - especially the charcuterie board!! The main dishes were good and the staff was accommodating and friendly. Already looking into our next UC destination. read more

A fun stay! I think it all comes down to tent placement. Ours was conveniently located to the main tent but that meant it was noisy. There was promise of s'mores and bingo but the place was overrun by children. Food was tasty but expensive and small portions. The staff were really friendly and helpful. Not great for an quiet adult getaway but fun overall. The tent was super comfy! read more

Under Canvas Mount Rushmore - Campgrounds Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

We wanted to try out glamping and figured Mount Rushmore and SD trip would be a great opportunity to do that. First interaction with under canvas was via the support email. Had a little human error (mine) in booking and their support was super responsive and we got it fixed. Second interaction was email and due to a reservation change. Mother Nature can be unpredictable and glamping still ends in amping. Here again, super responsive, to the point and took care of what needed to be done. Third interaction was at arrival. This was one of the best check in experiences ever. Incredible staff, very friendly, informative and just nice people. Gave us a lift to our tent, which was silly close to reception and totally included our kiddo in the experience. The tents are awesome. Well constructed, great wood burning stoves, excellent beds and cots. Seriously nice digs for being nestled on a hill side. The whole campground was really well done. You can tell a lot of thought and skill was put into this concept. Fourth interaction was at the s'mores fire. Again, really friendly, engaging and informative folks work and stay here. Here again, kiddo was totally included and loved it. I have to say, if you have kids and the place your are staying makes those little gestures to make your kids happy.......it's gold. The view is fantastic too. Fifth interaction, and I only bring this up because of the outcome. We ordered dinner, ticket got lost, time went by, we all were pretty hungry and on the edge of hangry. Once they realized we hadn't gotten our food, they were all over it. Multiple people checked in with us. My daughters food came out in lightening speed. Ours was shortly after. It wasn't rushed, it was delicious. They offered dessert, etc. we said no, it's ok, etc. Later they came by and the lady who took our order told us they comp'd the whole dinner. Next day when we ordered breakfast the manager Checked and made sure all was good. Totally accident but they handled it with such kindness and attentiveness it really spoke to the type of place they are running. The checkout was super fast and equally as awesome. Seriously, if you want a great experience overall and across the board, go do this. We will definitely visit the folks at under canvas again. read more

I'm so glad we decided in booking our stay here. I don't think you can find any better in the Mt. Rushmore area. The tent was huge, king size bed was super comfortable. All the staff was amazing. Big shout out to the kitchen crew. Hands down the best restaurant in the area. No kidding. From bison burgers actually cooked medium to the glazed pheasant, it was all on point. This is the only place I would consider staying in the area. read more

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This place is fantastic! I can't say enough about how great every aspect was in our stay. We booked on a whim and couldn't believe how nice the accommodations are. Staff is tremendous! Food is amazing! Tent was over the top. We'll be planning future trips around stays at other locations. read more

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We arrived and were greeted by Daniel. He was so friendly and knowledgeable. He gave us a tour and loaded our luggage into the tent. Our tent was fabulous! The bed was comfortable, the bathroom in our tent was nice(I recommend getting a tent with a bathroom/shower). We made s'mores around the fire in the evening and took in the view of Mt. Rushmore lit up at night. We were impressed with the sustainability and resourcefulness. Very eco-friendly. Didn't eat on site so can't say anything about dining. Loved our stay here! read more

Under Canvas Mount Rushmore - Exterior of Deluxe Tent. - Campgrounds Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

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So flippin worth it! We were there on 8/7/2018 and got a star gazer tent. The tent experience was phenomenal - the bed was very comfortable - flushing toilet and running water in the tent made it for me. The tents are nicely spaced apart from each other so you really aren't looking directly in to another tent. Watching the meteors whoosh on by while in bed was quite the experience. And I can't say enough about the staff - awesome people who worked very hard to make sure we (and everyone else) had a great time and were well taken care of. Highly recommend - be prepared to glamp! read more

This place is so awesome! The tents are very spacious and have all the comforts of home. The beds are comfortable and the fact that the mountain air is cool at night makes no a/c needed. Our tent had soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash; all of which had essential oils in them. Our tent had a restroom in it but some didn't. With that said, the public bathrooms were very clean and private. The staff were so friendly and accommodating to the needs of everyone who was staying there. The food served from the restaurant was absolutely outstanding and they ensured that everything was served fresh. The 24 coffee was a huge plus and the main reception tent was the hub of the camp and provided food, entertainment, a place for socializing, and an outstanding view of Mt. Rushmore. If you like to camp in style then you should try "glamping" at Under Canvas- Mt Rushmore! read more

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More than what we expected. Inside the tent is clean, the bed has clean linens and very comfortable, with stove heater and clean toilet and shower with hot water. Good for everyone. They have place to play games. You can do s'mores and they provide everything. Great customer service, staff are very attentive and friendly. This is what you call "Glamping". If I come back to Mount Rushmore will definitely stay at this place again. read more

The staff makes every effort to make guests as comfortable as possible. They give a tour and demo of your tent and accessories. You feel relaxed and have plenty of privacy. Had dinner at the cafe which was delicious. Blackened salmon and baked walleye with charcuterie board. They have wine and beer for those interested. Their large family friendly deck over looks the Black Hills and Mt Rushmore. Don't miss the lighting at 9:30pm. They had live music, campfires with s'mores, and plenty of room to run around. The bed and bedding is warm and comfortable. Warm water in the shower was great! You do get a battery pack to charge your phone. I highly recommend this location!!!!! read more

Amazing experience! So happy we went. And the good is great! Get a yurt with a shower!

This place is great! Good service upon check in, clean area, great views. I stayed in the King w/out a bathroom. Honestly, one of the most comfortable beds I've slept in. I would stay here again and will recommend to friends. *Apple maps will lead you to the middle of nowhere if you punch it in. They'll text you the general area which is near the Roosevelt Inn. read more

Everyone here was super helpful and accomodating. The tents were comfortable, the food tasty, and the grounds beautiful. I highly recommend the on-site hike! (Only drawbacks were that the pullout bed was only as comfortable as a typical pullout bed.) read more

Me and my family of 4 loved it here. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, and anything we needed was taken care of. We could see Mount Rushmore directly from our bed in the tent (even if it was very small). Loved the rustic feel of the tent and ensuite bathroom. Food was great, and common areas were well-spaced to maintain social distancing. There were mystery s'mores one night and my kids would not stop talking about them, they thought it was so cool. Amazing place to make home for a few days, and we are already trying to figure out which Under Canvas destination to visit next. read more

This has to be my new favorite place to stay. We wanted to camp, but we just couldn't haul all the traditional camping gear on our trip. Under canvas solves that problem for you. They think of everything. They had a cot set up for our 10 year old, an extra chair on the porch and tons of extras. The food was amazing, and the staff was incredibly cheerful and always willing to go the extra mile. It rained on our trip so I was worried about keeping the kid happy... no worries... bingo, games, s'mores galore! We love this experience so much we are going to book again. read more

An absolute must! Under Canvas- Mt Rushmore was a dream for my mine and my husbands first wedding anniversary. From the moment we arrived we were treated to the utmost hospitality and even through our stay it never faulted. We stayed in a deluxe tent and it was amazing! Everything was up to a 5 star hotel standard at all times of the day. The reception desk is staffed 24/7 and they are always friendly and upbeat. The site is everything you can dream of at the base of Mt Rushmore!! read more

Under Canvas Mount Rushmore - Deluxe tent amenities - Campgrounds Near Me - Keystone, South Dakota

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Glamping in style, the tent had wood stove with fire starter ventilated outside. The king bed tent consisted of a king bed two nightstands on each nightstand was a battery pack with two usb slots, a night lamp on each table and a tiny fan on each nightstand with a card that gave the help number for the campsite. There were two lounge chairs an upside down weaved basket as a coffee table with a tray that had a book & magazine. A wood tippi three sticks tied as a design and a faux cowhide rug. Outside had log chairs for lounging. Kids mini beehive tent has two twin sized cots and a nightstand with one portable lamp. They are dog friendly and have an additional fee if the dog is residing in the tent. They have s'mores time in which they provide the s'mores. The staff also have golf carts so whenever you want you can get rides to and from places in the campground if you request a pickup. The restrooms are pretty decent they have mint shampoo,conditioner and body wash. They have a towels closet. The showers are timers you have to stay pulling the key ring for it to stay on it's designed this way to be environmentally friendly. You can't change the water temperature it's warm. Each bathroom has a shower in it and are individual full bathrooms. This made it easy for me to wash my children so it's family friendly. The lobby /restaurant/recreation area has tables board games beanbag chairs overall a nice family friend oriented area.. very welcoming. Aubrey sang lovely I tried to include the video but yelp only permits photos. Live music was good. Overall I would recommend. read more

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Experience of a lifetime. Under Canvas was so welcoming & friendly. From booking our reservations to checking out at the end of our stay, their staff went out if their way to make our vacation as enjoyable as could be. Excellent chef & wait staff, great live music & spectacular views of Mt Rushmore. Looking forward to try their other locations read more

Driving up the road to Under Canvas, we were slightly creeped out by the dirt road leading us past a cemetery out of town. But, as soon as we arrived and checked in, we were met with friendly faces, and upbeat attitudes from the staff. We were immediately given a tour, which was unexpected. The employees showed us around the main tent- a great common space- talked us through events, and even gave us a ride directly to our tent. Later that night, they promptly came to light our fire upon request, even at 2:30am. The food at their restaurant, while a little expensive- was terrific. We spent the better part of the night hanging out in the common space, enjoying the games and complimentary hot chocolate. The beds were comfortable, and warm, and the tent was cute and cozy. It truly was a glamping experience to remember. read more

Shave before you stay here, no warm/hot water at the sink! No ice machine and no WiFi ! It's a "one and done" deal. Can't imagine anyone returning for a second time! Way to rustic for most anyone and over priced is a under statement! Food was good and staff was extremely friendly, but the only two bright spots in my opinion. read more

my wife and i generally like two very different experiences when we vacation. She likes a fancy 5 start hotel experience and i like the dirt. This was the perfect combination for us! Clean accommodations with a warm shower and toilet in our tent! Comfortable Kingsize bed and wood burning stove! highly recommend. read more

This place is AMAZING! We got in late and there was a major storm, like severe weather alerts and tons of rain. My hubby wasn't keen on staying in a tent with this weather but upon check-in the kids were sold by the "coolness" of the main lodge/tent so we stayed. Everyone who works here is extremely nice, helpful and accommodating. With the bad weather and the delay of getting into our tent they bent over backwards to make us feel welcome. Food was excellent. Decently priced, although, kids meals could be smaller portions with a smaller price tag, but for the adults, we ate grilled fish and vegetables which was a nice healthy change from food while traveling. Our tent was spectacular. Kids were freaking out about how cool it was and were joking it was like Harry Potter, you step inside to a full blown living area! My husband, who was skeptical of this whole experience, immediately felt better! We had the most comfortable bed and bedding I have ever slept in! This experience is a must. It was clean, safe, comfortable and unique. The views from our tent were breath taking and the entire staff was beyond wonderful. read more

What a great experience. Wife and I were looking for something a little different and Under Canvas was a perfect place to stay the night. We selected a deluxe tent and the bed, bath and other accommodations were great. The tent was well appointed with battery lanterns and fans (with USB chargers for your phone as well). The shower was very good. Under Canvas takes being environmentally conscious very seriously and they prove it in all of their business choices. The staff was phenomenal and went out of their way to address our every need. The onsite restaurant offers several dining options and the prices were reasonable. Highly recommend Under Canvas if you want to get away from a traditional hotel and enjoy nature, great accommodations and excellent service. read more