Custer State Park

Sunset on Sylvan Lake at Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota
Sunset on Sylvan Lake at Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota
View of Sylvan Lake in Custer State Park
Do you see turtle rock?
A traffic jam caused by hundreds of bison bigger than your car is more of a thrill than an annoyance...the first time. This was on the northern part of the Wildlife Loop in Custer State Park. Read my blog post about the other animals we saw at Custer and Yellowstone! http://rvluckyorwhat.com/2015/07/24/close-encounters-of-the-wildlife-kind/

Popular places to visit

Landscape of a Small Bison Herd Moving up a Ridge near the Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park, South Dakota in the Autumn

Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road

You can take time to visit Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road during your travels to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horseback riding.

Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road
Wind Cave National Park which includes caves and caving

Wind Cave National Park

View unusual crystalline patterns underground and wildlife, pleasant prairies and forests above ground at this park created on land once inhabited by Lakota Indians.

Wind Cave National Park
Mount Rushmore which includes art and outdoor art

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Cathedral Spires Hiking Trail

Enjoy a trip to Cathedral Spires Hiking Trail and popular activities like horseback riding in Custer. Discover the area's monuments and seek out its adventure tours.

Cathedral Spires Hiking Trail

Peter Norbeck Visitors Center

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Peter Norbeck Visitors Center during your travels in Custer. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the horseback riding.

Peter Norbeck Visitors Center

Sylvan Rocks Climbing School

Enjoy a trip to Sylvan Rocks Climbing School and popular activities like horseback riding in Custer. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails.

Sylvan Rocks Climbing School

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