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Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin

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Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin is located in the Black Hills National Forest, featuring forested terrain with rolling hills. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 10°F in winter. Nearby attractions include Jewel Cave National Monument and Wind Cave National Park, offering opportunities for exploration and adventure.

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Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin is located in South Dakota

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Directions

Entrance into the cabin is by combination lock. Prior to your arrival please contact the Hell Canyon Ranger District, Monday - Friday between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Mountain Time, at 605-673-9200 to obtain the combination. From Newcastle, Wyoming, travel east on US Highway 16 for approximately 9 miles to Forest Service Road 117, Boles Canyon Road. Go North on Boles Canyon Road for approximately 12 miles and turn left on Forest Service Road 265, Summit Road. Follow Summit Road for approximately three miles to the Summit Ridge Cabin which is on the left. Note that Boles Canyon Road and Summit Road do not receive any maintenance during winter months, including snow plowing.

Address

Hell Canyon Ranger District, 1019 North 5th Street
Custer, SD 57730

Coordinates

43.8541667 N
104.0525 W

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to camp at Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin?

Camping at Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin can cost between $35.00 and $59.00 depending on the site.

Does Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin have wifi?

No, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin does not have wifi.

Is there cell phone reception at Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin?

According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Summit Ridge Lookout Cabin, try setting up a text message Alert atTheDyrt.com/alerts

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