Stories from the Trail
We love the stories our guests bring to share with us, and even more we love the stories of their time with us they leave behind. We would love to share some of these stories with you and hope you will book a stay with us and let us know about your time spent at Bear Den Cabins & Camp.
Lauren Martin20/10/2024Note: this property is open year-round. Cabins are heated, as well as heated water / showers etc. Alot in this area is closed seaonally, but not the case here. *Extremely clean, professional owners and added amenities for "camping." Tammy and Tim take pride in their camp, and run a nice property with very clean bathrooms, common area with grills, propane fire circles, utility space with w&d, sink, microwave, ice, and more. I stayed in smaller of two cabins. Perfect for 1-3 people.Fernando02/10/2024*5/5 Stars - Unforgettable Experience at Bear Den Cabins and Camp!* " Our first camping experience was truly surreal at Bear Den Cabins and Camp, thanks to the exceptional hospitality of Tammy and Tim! They made us feel right at home, welcoming us with open arms. The serene atmosphere and breathtaking surroundings created a perfect haven for peace and harmony. Every moment was a testament to the beauty of nature. Tammy and Tim's dedication to ensuring a memorable stay is genuinely impressive. Their warmth and kindness made all the difference. If you're seeking a tranquil getaway, look no further! Bear Den Cabins and Camp is a must-visit destination. Thank you, Tammy and Tim, for an unforgettable experience!"Bonnie Smith25/09/2024We only had one night there, as it was on the end of a long road trip, but we will return for more time. Tammy and Tim are gracious and generous hosts, and the showers and bathrooms are pristinely clean and superbly maintained. They provide fresh coffee and ice on a donation basis. The tent!!!! Beautiful, clean, not a bug or spider web to be found. We loved our late-night encounter with the local buck and his lady friends. Our intention was to camp in our tent, but Tammy gifted us with a night in a Glamp tent so we could hurry off to the night program at Mt. Rushmore without having to worry about setting up our tent and could get out earlier in the morning for our long drive home. Meeting kind strangers who quickly become friends are the best part of travel. Tammy and Tim are exceptional hosts, and Bear Den Campground is on our list of favorite places.Jooah Reyes03/09/2024Our glamping experience at Bear Den was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the attention to detail and the warm hospitality by Tammy. She was an absolute gem—so sweet and accommodating. Our glamping tent far exceeded the pictures—it was even more impressive in person. The amenities exceeded our expectations, and the natural surroundings were breathtaking. The restroom/shower house was impeccably clean, which added so much comfort to our stay. Every aspect of this place is thoughtfully designed to surprise and delight. We truly loved every moment and can't think of a single thing to improve. Thank you so much, Tammy, for creating such a perfect getaway. Take care!Bizzo J25/08/2024Tim and Tammy are the best kinds of people! Great hosts with a great place having nice amenities at a very fair price! The bathroom/shower was always clean. On-site laundry and ice are offered. The only thing to note is that the cell coverage is spoty, so be prepared for that (obviously out of their control). Very close to some great attractions, and maybe 5 minutes from Custer State Park. Reach out if you're considering it. It's worth it!Sinéad21/08/2024The best camping experience I've had, with great amenities and amazingly friendly and welcoming owners!Toni Poston10/08/2024This cozy little glampground is a real gem! We stayed 3 nights with our children in the Shady Bear tent and it was exactly what we needed. The bed was extremely comfortable and warm on the chilly nights. The kids had fun with the cornhole and axe throwing games. The bathhouse is very clean and well lit. They have bagged ice by donation if needed to top off coolers, which was extremely helpful to not have to haul ice everyday. 10/10Cora Heidenreich02/08/2024Amazing location, really really kind host. As soon as we saw the glamping tents we upgraded, and my fiance and I had the most romantic night under the stars. We hiked her property and got pictures of the sunset. We woke up to a family of deer outside our tent. We used her communal grill for steaks and portable fire place for s'mores. We sat under the stars watching the meteor shower and went to bed. The bathrooms were modern and sparkling clean, there was a lot to do on the camp site, and really friendly campers. We already added it to our list to come back to.Makenzie Garland29/07/2024This campground went above and beyond expectations! We were greeted by one of the very friendly owners, Tammy, who had a kind smile the entire visit. The grounds are very well kept and include a ton of games and beautiful walking trails. My fiancée and I were staying in a tent and forgot a fly (bad planning we know) Tammy had our back and let us borrow a fly from her personal tent when it started to rain. We are beyond thankful for her and her husbands welcoming nature and kind hearts! We will definitely be back!Samantha Shaw26/07/2024This beat all expectations! Tammy and Tim went above and beyond to welcome us and make us feel like loved family members in a single weekend! It is like coming to visit your favorite aunt and uncle. I have never glamped before, and man is it so cool. Very spacious, comfy seats and bed, charging station, gas fire pit, and a welcome bad with delicious coffee. The bathrooms we super clean and honestly quite pretty for a bathroom. Plush towels and free shampoo/soap and amenities if u forgot something. It was seriously like a hotel. And the location is just stunning. We are already planning our next trip back!