State Park · South Dakota
Custer State Park
- Location
- Custer County, South Dakota
- Nearest town
- 9.1 miles east of Custer
- Type
- State Park
About Custer State Park
Over 71,000 acres of Black Hills terrain make up this reserve, combining rolling prairie grassland with rugged mountain landscape. It holds the distinction of being South Dakota's first and largest state park, carrying the name of Lieutenant Colonel George Armstrong Custer. The land functions as both a state park and a wildlife reserve, protecting varied terrain across the Black Hills region.
Hours, fees, camping, reservations and closures are set by the park and change often. Check the official park site before you go.
Getting there
Custer State Park is in Custer County, South Dakota, 9.1 miles east of Custer. The Directions button takes you to the park's mapped location; the entrance may be elsewhere, so check the official site for the address to use.
State parks near Custer State Park
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Towns near Custer State Park
Facts from Wikidata, checked September 25, 2026. Distances are straight-line.