Custer State Park, State park in Black Hills, South Dakota.
The park spans 287 square kilometers of granite peaks, pine forests, and grasslands where 1,500 bison roam through the natural landscape.
Founded in 1912 as Custer State Forest, the area transformed into a state park in 1913 through the initiatives of South Dakota Governor Peter Norbeck.
The Civilian Conservation Corps constructed roads, campgrounds, and three dams during the 1930s, establishing the foundation for current recreational facilities.
The park maintains five lodging facilities, including the State Game Lodge and Sylvan Lake Lodge, offering accommodations amid the Black Hills environment.
The annual Buffalo Roundup in September involves park rangers gathering the bison herd for medical checks and population management through selective auctions.
Location: Custer County
Inception: 1912
Website: https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/custer-state-park
GPS coordinates: 43.74580,-103.41800
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:54
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