Cabins

 
 

Lazy J Cabin

Cabins With all the Extras

For the campers who want it all, we have four roomy cabins with your own bath, kitchenette and electric heat. Perfect for staying in the early or late season when it gets refreshingly chilly.

Circle T & Diamond W: Both of these cabins are 16' x 20' with 2 double beds, kitchenette, a full bath and electric heat. They will accommodate up to 4 people.

Flying H & Lazy J: Both of these cabins are 12' x 16' with 1 double bed, a kitchenette, a bath with shower and toilet and electric heat. They will accommodate up to 2 people. These cabins also have a single cot available.

$115-$145 per night

Rustic Line Shack

Live Like a Cowboy

Hay Creek’s original Line Shack, this rustic cabin is heated with a wood stove and includes two full size beds. There’s no electric or water, but you’ll have an outhouse close by.

$80 per night

 

Explore the Cabins:

 

Diamond W & Circle T Cabins

These two larger cabins can comfortably sleep 2-4 people. They are equipped with a full private bath, dining table, and kitchenette with stovetop, sink, mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker.

Two double beds sit inside a large rustic cozy cabin.
The cabins are roomy and equipped with a dining table and kitchenette.

Flying H & Lazy J Cabins

The two smaller cabins can comfortably sleep 1-3 people with the optional single cot. They are equipped with a full private bath, dining table, and kitchenette with stovetop, sink, mini-fridge, microwave, and coffee maker.

One double bed sits inside a cozy rustic cozy cabin.

Original Cowboy Line Shack

Hay Creek’s original Line Shack, this rustic cabin is heated with a wood stove and includes two full size beds. There’s no electric or water, but you’ll have an outhouse close by.

Take a quick tour through the Line Shack Log Cabin.

New in 2022: Fresh new bedding!

The inside of the rustic line shack, with windows and a toasty wood stove.
Inside the rustic line shack cabin

RV & Tent Sites

 

Roomy RV spots with electric and water

RV Sites

Plenty of room for your rig, with water and electric hook ups, and dump station access. Private bathrooms and showers are nearby in the shower house.

$45 per night

 

Towering pines surround the tent sites.

Tent Sites

Hay Creek has five tent sites for the true outdoorsy equestrians. You’ll have a spacious spot complete with a mix of shade and sun, fire pit and picnic table. Private bathrooms and showers are nearby in the shower house.

$30 per night

 

Hay Creek Amenities

 

  • Warm welcome with parking & rig leveling assistance (if needed), trailer sweep out & fresh hay for your horses.

  • Horse pens for 1-3 horses, with covered and shaded options

  • Hundreds of miles of trails

  • Hay & horse treats

  • Horse trailer rental available

  • AM coffee in the office. While you’re there- grab a few complimentary horse treats for your trail partner!

  • Gift Shop with merchandise, snacks, drinks, ice cream, and ice

  • Laundry facility available

  • Private showers and bathrooms

  • Free wifi

  • Water & electric hook ups

  • Dump station access

  • Picnic tables

  • Fire rings & firewood

  • Small grills provided for cabins & campsites

  • Honor system for an easy, one-time check-out

  • Cabin kitchenettes have mini-fridge, microwave, stove top, coffee maker, cookware, dishware, and utensils

  • Pavilion area with grills and picnic tables

  • All credit cards accepted with no credit card fees

  • Need something? Let us know and we will get it for you.

Hay Creek Policies

 

General

  • Check-in is from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There is a $50 fee for check-ins after 6pm. IMPORTANT: You must arrive for check-in by 8 p.m. on the day of your arrival. The road into camp is only wide enough for one rig and it is unsafe to park and unload after dark.

  • Check out is by noon.

  • Reservations require a two-night minimum stay.

  • Camp quiet time is 10:30pm.

  • Please note that daily housekeeping is NOT provided.

  • No smoking in any Hay Creek Ranch buildings.

  • You will be required to sign a liability waiver form at check-in.

  • Please bring your own bath and kitchen towels.

  • Restrooms & showers are available in the shower house and the office.

  • Broken or missing items from cabins will be charged to guest.

  • Be responsible for your campfires- only used provided fire rings and firewood, and put fires out completely when done.

  • Please dispose of all trash in the camp dumpster, located behind the Lazy J cabin near the shower house.

  • Well behaved, non-aggressive dogs are allowed if they are spayed/neutered. Dogs are allowed in the cabins if they stay off the furniture and are crated at night. Please clean up after your dogs.

  • NO ATVs or SIDE-BY-SIDES without approval from Hay Creek Ranch.

Horses

  • REQUIRED: Please note that we require health papers dated within 30 days of arrival and Coggins for every horse (both local and out-of-state) in your party.

  • No studs / stallions allowed

  • Certified weed free hay is required in the National Forest and is available for purchase at Hay Creek Ranch. We cannot reserve hay for you, but we always have enough for our campers at the ranch.

  • Guests are responsible for their horses and for cleaning their corrals daily. Use provided wheelbarrows and haul it to the manure dumpster located behind the West corrals. Cleaning fee ($50) applies at checkout for corrals that have not been cleaned out.

Cancellation Policy

  • Reservations require a two-night minimum stay

  • 25% deposit required at time of reservation

  • 60 day cancellation notice – full refund of deposit

  • 30-59 day cancellation notice – 50% refund of deposit

  • Cancellations less than 30 days prior to reservation require full payment. This includes tent sites, RV/LQ sites, and cabin reservations.

  • 20% processing fee deducted from all refunds

  • NO REFUNDS for the week of:

    - Sturgis Bike Rally

    - Memorial Day

    - July 4th

    - Labor Day

  • After arrival payment is due for full reservation period. We cannot offer discounts for early departure.

Extras

  • Laundry: $2.50 per wash and dry

  • Hay: $18 per bale

  • Corrals: $15 per horse per night, includes feed bunks and water tanks

  • Ice: $3 per bag

  • Firewood: $6 per bundle or 3 bundles for $15

  • Need something? Forget something? Break something on your saddle? Let us know and we will get you what you need.

Please Remember:

Hay Creek Ranch is a BYOH (bring your own horse) campground- NOT A DUDE RANCH. And please, no ATVs or side-by-sides. If you have any questions just reach out to ami@haycreekranchsd.com. Let’s ride!

Please Remember:

Hay Creek Ranch is a BYOH (bring your own horse) campground- NOT A DUDE RANCH. Please, no ATVs or side-by-sides. If you have any questions just reach out to ami@haycreekranchsd.com. Let’s ride!

Check-In:

Check-in is from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There is a $50 fee for check-ins after 6pm. IMPORTANT: You must arrive for check-in by 8 p.m. on the day of your arrival. The road into camp is only wide enough for one rig and it is unsafe to park and unload after dark.