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The leaves are falling and the weather is getting a little chilly. Take advantage of this as an excuse to get nice and cozy in a cabin this fall! Head to some of the most scenic parts of the Mount Rushmore State and surround yourself with the beautifully colored trees and stay in one of these quaint cabins in South Dakota:

1. Little Elk Cabin - Nemo
Little Elk Cabin & Cottages, 12645 Dalton Lake Rd, Nemo, SD 57759, USA
Little Elk Cabin/Tripadvisor
This delightful, rustic cabin will provide you with the perfect stay to enjoy the scenery and take a break for a little while. Here, it's easy to just relax and sink into a happy place while also being able to take advantage of the amazing nature surrounding it. The Little Elk Cabin is one of our all-time favorite cabins in South Dakota, as its location truly is second to none. This quaint cottage is hidden among acres of forests, creeks, and meadows in the scenic Vanocker Canyon. It borders right on a national forest and is in a truly stunning setting. It is known as the Little Elk Cottage, and yes, there is a chance you can see elk wander right through the front yard!
2. Skye Lodge - Lead
Lead, SD, USA
VRBO
With absolutely breathtaking views of the Spearfish Canyon, one of the best places in the entire state to see the beauty of fall foliage, you can't go wrong with this quaint cabin. It's perched high above the canyon itself and offers an amazing sight right from your window. Visit the Skye Lodge listing on VRBO for more information and to book your getaway!

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3. Magical Black Hills Retreat - Hill City
Black Hills South Drive, Black Hills S Dr, Tyrone Township, MI 49330, USA
A Magical Black Hills Retreat In Hill City/Tripadvisor
A fantastic hideaway offers the perfect retreat near Hill City, South Dakota, one of the most notoriously haunted towns in the state! (How fun for a fall getaway, right?) Right along the Mickelson Trail (which is great to view the fall foliage), it has everything you need for a perfect stay. You'll feel completely at ease and away from it all, while still being conveniently located just a few minutes from town.
4. Cabin At Green Mountain - Nemo
Cabin at Green Mountain, 22435 Good Hope Rd, Deadwood, SD 57732, USA
Cabin At Green Mountain
Bright with the fall colors, secluded in its own little corner of the world is the Cabin At Green Mountain. It's near the tiny town of Nemo and offers a very private stay, but still not too far from all of the popular stops. The cabin itself is lavish, and the area that surrounds it is simply wonderful. A meadow and barn view from the front, towering pines and hills behind. It has everything for a perfect getaway in the Mount Rushmore State!
5. Slingshot Lodge - Deadwood
Deadwood, SD 57732, USA
Slingshot Lodge Airbnb
Located just southwest of Terry Peak, this comfortable cabin has everything you need to enjoy the Black Hills. Beautiful scenery, rustic atmosphere, and all the amenities to make your stay as relaxing and fun as possible.

Where is your favorite fall retreat? One of these cabins is next to the George S. Mickelson Trail, which you should definitely check out for this season, too. It’s one of the best trails to experience the fall scenery!

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Sarah M. | November 06, 2022

What are some other cabins in South Dakota that would be a good fall getaway?

If you're looking to embrace the coziness that fall in South Dakota offers, you can't go wrong with these cozy cabins with hot tubs. Because really, when you take the natural beauty of the Mount Rushmore State and add a winsome cabin with a hot tub? That's the recipe for an amazingly cozy fall adventure! One of our favorite cabins with hot tubs in South Dakota is the Red Canyon Ranch. The Black Hills offers some of the most dramatic scenery you can imagine. And that is exactly what you’ll experience at this stunning accommodation in the Red Canyon area. The proprietors are calling this place the Red Canyon Ranch and it is a stunning beauty. This lodge-pole pine dwelling encompassing 1,100 square feet features four bedrooms and can accommodate up to six people. Although the view from every room in the cabin is dramatic, those from the outdoor hot tub are simply captivating! We can't think of a cozier South Dakota getaway... especially in the height of fall foliage!

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