Our Mission
We Work Hard So You Can Relax
Hi, we’re Nathan and Tracy Hoogshagen! We manage a diverse portfolio of cabin rentals across the Black Hills of South Dakota. Our properties are unique, upscale, soulful, and well-cared for. Additionally, they come with local, personal service and Midwestern manners. We live right in Spearfish, a hop and a skip from most of our vacation rentals. Because of this, we can be there at a moment’s notice if you need us! It also means we can give a great recommendation on the best food, hikes, spas, and sightseeing for an unforgettable vacation. We love hosting and sharing our beautiful landscape with travelers, and we strive to give the best experience to Black Hills owners, renters, and vacationers. Thanks for staying with Trailhound Cabin Co!
Founding
How It Started
The vision for Trailhound Cabin Co was born on vacation. In hindsight, it’s fitting. Our founders had rented an AirBNB for the weekend and kept noticing ways it could all have been done better, from moving processes online to improved cleaning, and even just answering the phone consistently.
We’ve seen that the Black Hills market is ready for a company with a creative, forward-thinking approach to the full potential of a vacation rental. Additionally, we give a percentage of every stay back to our local community. We have exciting plans for the future and will remain, in the meantime, committed to great service and the gift of vacation.
I’m Nathan Hoogshagen, raised in Spearfish and proud to call South Dakota home. I love the spirit of community, the beauty of our landscapes, and the opportunity to help others feel welcome and inspired by this place I’m lucky to live in. Whether sharing favorite local spots, connecting with friends and neighbors, or taking on new challenges with a positive attitude, I try to bring authenticity, enthusiasm, and genuine care to everything I do. The Black Hills' open skies and welcoming people make every day an adventure worth sharing.
I’m Tracy Hoogshagen, proud to call South Dakota, and especially the Black Hills, my home. To me, home is about comfort, connection, and making people feel genuinely cared for. I have a deep appreciation for this community, the beauty that surrounds us, and the small details that turn everyday moments into meaningful ones. From offering a listening ear to creating a space where others feel at ease, I do my best to lead with warmth, thoughtfulness, and heart. Life here is best when it’s lived with intention and shared with others. Welcome home.