Welcome to Wickiup Cabins
Creekside cabins in the heart of Spearfish Canyon—where nature, comfort, and connection come naturally.
Remote. Peaceful. Unforgettable.
Since 1936, Wickiup Cabins has been a refuge in South Dakota's Spearfish Canyon, where cold, clear water flows and spruce trees stretch skyward. Here, you don’t hike miles to find peace; it’s right outside your door. No gear. No backcountry experience. Just the canyon, the creek, and its timeless rhythm, plus easy access to fishing, hiking, biking, nearby UTV trails, and space to gather with family and friends.
The Beauty of Spearfish Canyon, Perfectly Positioned
Wickiup Cabins sits in one of the most scenic stretches of Spearfish Canyon, where towering rock walls, flowing water, and forested shade create a peaceful retreat. While it feels worlds away, you’re centrally located for exploring the Black Hills, from historic Deadwood to Mount Rushmore and beyond. Here, adventure is close, but the calm is constant.
Deadwood - 15 min drive
Spearfish - 30 min drive
Sturgis - 40 min drive
Mt. Rushmore - 90 min drive
Devils Tower - 90 min drive
The perfect place for...
...stepping outside your cabin and into the beauty of Spearfish Canyon. Surrounded by towering spruce, rugged canyon walls, and the sounds of Spearfish Creek, Wickiup Cabins offers the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and easy access to the Black Hills’ most memorable destinations. It’s the perfect place for all kinds of stays:
Couples seeking Quiet & Connection
Guests looking for peaceful cabins, creekside mornings, and time to slow down together.
Families & Multi-generational Gatherings
Groups who want space to gather and reconnect, with shared amenities and private cabins for retreat.
ATV/UTV Riders & Outdoor Adventurers
Visitors drawn by nearby trails, trailer parking, and an easy basecamp for exploring the Black Hills.
Creek & Canyon Lovers
Guests who come for fishing, floating the creek, waterfalls, hiking, biking, and the natural beauty of Spearfish Canyon.
Scenes from Spearfish Canyon & Wickiup Cabins
Wake up to fresh canyon air, spend the day exploring trails, waterfalls, and Black Hills sights, then settle in by the creek or around the fire. At Wickiup Cabins, adventure is close, but the peaceful canyon setting is always waiting when you return.
Comfortable All Season Long
Even in summer, Spearfish Canyon cools fast after sunset, bring layers for mornings and evenings. Cool canyon nights mean no A/C needed, just fresh mountain air.
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The Wickiup Experience
For 90 years, Wickiup Cabins has been the kind of place people return to, bring their families to, and remember long after they've left. The journals in each cabin hold those memories, and when you stay, you can read them and add your own chapter.
