Custer State Park
- Status
- Status not posted
- Entrance fee
- $25 per vehicleAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- gfp.sd.gov(605) 394-2693
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
In Custer County, about 11 miles southwest of Custer, Custer State Park covers about 70,462 acres.
The park supports rock climbing, horseback riding, historic sites, winter sports, and canoeing and kayaking. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, a fishing pier, and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites with electric hookups, tent sites, equestrian camping, and showers). If you'd rather not camp, the park offers cabins.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Year-round. Between Oct. 1 and April 30, showers, flush toilets and other water systems may be closed. Please contact the park directly for current status. Vault toilets usually remain open. | ||
Official wording
Year-round. Between Oct. 1 and April 30, showers, flush toilets and other water systems may be closed. Please contact the park directly for current status. Vault toilets usually remain open.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Denver).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| $25 per vehicle | $25 · vehicle |
| $20 per motorcycle Motorcoach: $4 per person per visit | $20 · motorcycle |
| $20 per motorcycle Motorcoach: $4 per person per visit | $4 · motorcycle |
| Annual (resident) | $40 · year |
| $60 for nonresidents (nonresident) | $60 |
Official wording
Daily: 1-7 days $25 per vehicle $20 per motorcycle Motorcoach: $4 per person per visit Annual: $40 for residents $60 for nonresidents Vehicles traveling non-stop through Custer State Park on US Highway 16A do not need a par
South Dakota park passes
- Annual park entrance license — $40 resident / $60 nonresident. Vehicle entrance to all state parks and recreation areas Details
- Daily park entrance license — $10 resident / $15 nonresident. Daily vehicle entrance Details
- Custer State Park temporary license — $25 per vehicle / $20 per motorcycle (1-7 days). Custer State Park Details
- George S. Mickelson Trail pass — $5 daily / $20 annual per person Details
From the South Dakota state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Go Outdoors South Dakota (Brandt)
- Phone
- 1.800.710.2267
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campsites 71,000 acres. 9 campgrounds including camper cabins, tent campsites, RV campsites with electricity, and horse camp. | — | ElectricShowers | — |
Camping details from the park
71,000 acres. 9 campgrounds including camper cabins, tent campsites, RV campsites with electricity, and horse camp.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
HikingBikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCanoeing and kayakingFishingHistoric sites and toursHorseback ridingPicnickingRock climbingWinter sportsSwimmingCamping
Trails
Biking (on trails), Hiking, Hiking Trail(s), Horse Trail(s), Paved Trail(s), TRACK Trail(s)
Swimming
Swimming, Swim Beach(es)
Boating and paddling
Boating, Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddleboard Rental, Paddleboarding, Boat Ramp(s)
Fishing
Fishing, Fishing Pier(s), Shore Fishing Access
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Flush toilets
- Vault or pit toilets
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Wi-Fi
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
- Fishing pier
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Electric hookups
- Equestrian camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible trails
• Camping Cabin(s) • Campsite(s) • Fishing Pier(s) • Flush Toilets • Group Picnic Shelter(s) • Paved Trail(s) • Playground(s) • Showers • Visitor Center(s)
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 13329 US Highway 16A
Custer, SD 57730 - Nearest town
- Custer — about 11 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 43.6143, -103.6890
- Phone
- (605) 394-2693
- CusterStatePark@state.sd.us
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
GPS can be unreliable in the area. Please refer to a map or call the park office for directions.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- South Dakota State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026; page says updated Jul 27, 2026
- GFP 'Find a State Park' map JSON
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
- Photo: Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway - Buffalo at Custer State Park - NARA - 7721021.jpg — Public domain (US federal government work), Unknown author Unknown author or not provided
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology