State Park
Sylvan Lake Campground
Custer State Park · Custer, SD
Operating window: May 1 – Oct 15 · Verify current status with the operator before traveling
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- Address:Custer, SD
About
Scenic campground near Sylvan Lake in the Black Hills. Near Needles Highway and Cathedral Spires. Popular with rock climbers.
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Amenities
Flush Toilets
Showers
Potable Water
Camp Store Nearby
Check-in & Check-out
Check-in 2:00 PM
Check-out 12:00 PM
Quiet hours 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
Pet Policy
Pets allowed on leash · Max 2 per site
Campground Rules
- Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting
Individual Sites (39)
Within ~30 miles
Trails near Sylvan Lake Campground
Trail
Sunday Gulch Trail
South Dakota
3.9 mi1,030 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Little Devils Tower Spur Trail
South Dakota
3.6 mi915 ftgain
Moderate
Trail
Black Elk Peak via Harney Peak Trail
South Dakota
6.4 mi1,663 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Black Elk Peak and Little Devil's Tower Loop
South Dakota
7.7 mi2,073 ftgain
Difficult
Trail
Sylvan Lake Shore Trail
South Dakota
1.1 mi167 ftgain
Easy
Trail
Black Elk Peak South Dakota Highpoint Trail
South Dakota
7.6 mi2,034 ftgain
Difficult
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