Custer State Park
A state park of about 290 square km, where roughly 1,300 bison roam freely. It is surrounded by lakes, granite spires and famous scenic roads.
Custer State Park is the heart of a Black Hills trip. The Wildlife Loop Road, the Needles Highway and the Iron Mountain Road are all within or near the park. Sylvan Lake, Legion Lake and the Black Elk Peak trail are also in this area. A vehicle pass costs about 20–25 US dollars and is valid for seven days. The park has several historic log cabin lodges for overnight stays. The bison roundup, held every year at the end of September, draws tens of thousands of visitors, so book rooms well in advance. If you encounter bison, stay in your car, and keep at least 25 metres away.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Keystone
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Cathedral Spires
- Needles Eye Tunnel
- Black Elk Peak
- Sylvan Lake
- Bear Country USA
- Wind Cave National Park