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.
    
 
 
        
   Richard Gagnon 
 13/07/2024
 
 
  A hidden gem in the Black Hills, a slice of home on a long vacation that came at the perfect time. Beautiful and well-maintained property, awesome restrooms
/showers with good pressure, coffee, laundry room, and even ice for drinking or bags to top off your cooler, cooking shelters, and yard games. The owners Tim and Tammy are incredibly friendly and were amazing hosts, who were more than willing to provide anything we might need to enjoy our stay.

Will definitely be returning, and have already recommended it to many friends and family.
  
 
       
   Marissa Gower 
 07/07/2024
 
 
  Our stay at Shady Bear was absolutely magical! Tammy and Jim were so warm and welcoming. They have put so much thought into making your stay very special, from the site itself and all the amenities (hot shower, private fire pit, bbq area, hammocks, and so much more) to the great recommendations for restaurants and activities near by, we can’t recommend this memorable place enough!! Thank you both for being amazing hosts!!
Marissa and Kyle
  
 
       
   scott 
 01/07/2024
 
 
  I booked a tent for one night and ended up staying for 3. What a great place to relax. The accommodations are top notch. The hosts and hospitality are unmatched. I will be returning next year. Thanks Tammy and Tim for a great experience.
  
 
       
   Jaenette Coyne 
 28/06/2024
 
 
  When I booked a cabin I didn’t realize what else I was getting.  Tammy and Tim are the nicest couple you could imagine, and they have created a paradise.  Our stay at Bear Den Cabins was nothing short of amazing.

After a long drive we were greeted with a warm smile and a tour of the wonderful grounds Tammy and Tim have created.  It was so much nicer than I had even hoped.   The cabin was perfect, clean, and Tammy even ensured we were comfortable with an extra fan.  The bath house is incredible, clean, and a VERY nice luxury after a day hiking.   Places to grill, dine, fire pits, games…….  It was all amazing.  On top of all of this, the location is private but right next to everything you want in the Black Hills.

The most unexpected part of our visit was the community Tammy and Tim have created.  All the guests congregated at the grills and tables to cook and eat dinner.  The kids had acres of safe places to play and run, and we all became a beautiful little family in South Dakota.  Add on top of the that the two most amazing hosts you could ever dream of, and I didn’t want to leave.

We will be back to the Black Hills, even if it is just to stay with Tammy and Tim again.  The two of them will be family forever.  THANK YOU and I hope everyone else loves Bear Den as my as my family and I did.
  
 
       
   Jordan Spelios 
 23/06/2024
 
 
  What an awesome place! I wish we could have stayed longer than one night. Tammy was accommodating and quick with responses from the beginning of booking our trip. She made sure we had the right spot for our vehicle! Super sweet, and definitely cares about her guests and their experiences. The property is adorable with walking paths around. Cute canvas tents and cabins, and awesome amenities! Lawn games, ice, grills, a common space outside.

It is right off the Ghost Canyon road, and she is there to greet you. Making checkin fairly easy! Book your trip!!
  
 
       
   Michael Stutz 
 21/06/2024
 
 
  Wir hatten eine Nacht ein Clamping Zelt. Sehr aufregend und tolle Erfahrung. Jeder Wunsch wird von den Besitzern erfüllt ! Sehr schön.
  
 
       
   Remina Liu 
 14/06/2024
 
 
  We really enjoyed our stay at Tammy and Tim's Bear Den Cabins & Camp. They truly provide the wonderful setting for stay at Black Hills area. We will be definitely back next year. Thanks.
  
 
       
   Moria Tossing 
 06/06/2024
 
 
  Really sweet and accommodating host. Adorable outdoor dining and camp fire setting. Clean ans big community bathroom and showers. Cell signal with verizon at campground- good enough for phone calls and light video streaming. Site has great wifi. Tent and cabins are affordable prices. Close to Custer State Park and it's visitor's center. Highly recommended.
  
 
       
   Jacob Schoenhofen 
 03/05/2024
 
 
  My wife and I are new to camping, so we wanted to start off at a campground that would make the task easier; and boy did this place deliver! The campground is quaint and gorgeous surrounded by small farms and plenty of wildlife. The Canvas tent we stayed in is darling and it kept us dry and warm despite it pouring much of our stay and the temperature being below freezing for most nights. In addition to the great tents and a very well-kept restroom/shower facility, the hosts provided Ice, access to laundry machines, propane (for their grills, space heaters, and fire bowels), toiletries, and even some snacks all included! Speaking of hosts, the hosts are very lovely people and quite attentive to their guests. They checked on us regularly either by direct visit or via phone. We loved our stay and would definitely recommend it to anyone.
  
 
       
   Amber 
 13/11/2023
 
 
  Tammy and Tim were so hospitable! Greeted us with a hug after arriving late in the evening.  They showed us to our beautiful Tent that had beautiful romantic touches. Tammy and Tim went above and beyond to make our night cozy and  beautiful.

Thank you, Chris and Amber

Top notch place, must go.