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Family Attractions

 

 

 

1881 Courthouse Museum
411 Mt. Rushmore Rd, PO Box 826, Custer, SD 57730  (605)673-2443
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Displays on the history of Custer County and the surrounding Black Hills.

 

Back Country Wagon Trips
11938 Hopkins Flats, Custer, SD 57730  (605)673-4317
www.springvalleyranch.org   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
** Picturesque Scenery ** Form Lifetime Memories **

Wagon rides from the ranch through the heart of deer and elk country will be offered through September, weather permitting. Trips will be from 1 1/2 hrs to full day, customized to your schedule. Snacks and refreshments will be provided along the way. Down home Country Music and Chuckwagon Dinners cooked in a Dutch Oven will be available in the evening upon request. Morning and afternoon trips are also available without the meal and entertainment, for a reduced price. For reservations or more information on rates please email Ned @ This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call him @ 605-673-4317 or Casey @ 605-517-1616.

 

Bear Country U.S.A.
13820 S. Highway 16, Rapid City, SD 57701 (605)
343-2290 Fax (605)341-3206
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Unique drive-through wildlife park features North American animals roaming free in their natural habitat. Walking tour of Baby land where bear cubs, wolf pups and more are on display.

 

Black Hills Aerial Adventures

24564 US Hwy16/385, Custer SD 57730  (605)673-2163

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The thrill of a helicopter ride and the awesomeness of the Black Hills from the air. 7 tour options available - 3 types of helicopters available - 7 days a week - 9am to dusk -  weather permitting. Reservations available but not required May through October daily; by reservation during winter months. Discount for card carrying military and veterans.

 

Black Hills Balloons
PO Box 210, Custer, SD 57730   (605)673-2520   Fax 605)673-4092
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Experience the historic Black Hills on the oldest form of flight known to man. Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, scenic lakes and herds of wild buffalo, elk and deer are frequent sights.

 

Black Hills Playhouse
24834 S. Playhouse Rd., Custer, SD 57730   (605)255-4141
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Relax in the heart of Custer State Park and enjoy professional theatre at friendly South Dakota prices. Reservations recommended.

 

Black Hills Putt 4 Fun
640 S 6th St, Hot Springs, SD 57747   (605)745-7888   Fax (605)745-6936
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An 18 hole miniature golf course is just what you need after a long day on the road. Come and relax at Black Hills Putt 4 Fun, located next door to the Budget Host Hills Inn. Special rates for the Budget Host guests: 50% off.

 

Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary
PO Box 998, 12163 Highland Rd, Hot Springs, SD 57747   (605)745-5955
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Imagine a place where you can see miles and miles to the horizon. A place where wild horses run free and eagles soar. Call for reservations.

 

Blue Bell Hayride Chuck Wagon Cookout
25453 US Hwy 87, Custer, SD, 57730 Custer State Park   (605)255-4531
www.custerresorts.com

 

Blue Bell Stables - Trail Rides
25453 US Hwy 87, Custer, SD 57730 Custer State Park   (605)255-4531
www.custerresorts.com

 

Buffalo Safari Jeep Rides
13389 US Hwy 16A, Custer, SD 57730 Custer State Park   (605)255-4541
www.custerresorts.com

 

Circle B Ranch Chuckwagon & Trail Rides
12138 Ray Smith, Hill City, SD 57745  (605)574-2129  (800)403-7358
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Chuckwagon suppers, cowboy music shows, trail rides, pony rides, woodcarver, miniature horses, petting zoo, western town, gunfights, gem panning, wax bullet pistol shooting & gift shop.

 

Crazy Horse Memorial
12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse, SD 57730-8900   (605)673-4681   Fax (605)673-2185
www.crazyhorsememorial.org   

Crazy Horse Memorial is the world’s largest mountain carving in progress, between Custer & Hill City on Hwy 16/385, The Crazy Horse Memorial Hwy. Sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski & Lakota Chief Henry Standing Bear officially started Crazy Horse Memorial June 3, 1948. The Memorial's mission is to honor the culture, tradition & living heritage of North American Indians. The Foundation demonstrates its commitment to this endeavor by continuing the progress on the world’s largest sculptural undertaking by carving a memorial of Lakota leader Crazy Horse; by providing educational and cultural programming; by acting as a repository for American Indian artifacts, arts and crafts through the Indian Museum of North America and the Native American Educational & Cultural Center; and by establishing and operating the Indian University of North America and, when practical, a medical training center for American Indians.

 

Custer State Park
13329 US Hwy 16A, Custer, SD 57730   (605)255-4515   Fax (605)255-4460
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Home to one of America’s largest bison herds, this 71,000 acre park features scenic drives, fishing, swimming, hiking, camping and four outstanding resorts in a must-see setting.

 

Dakota Greens Golf

25086 Shamrock Rd, Custer SD 57730   (605)673-5880
Scenic 275 yard driving range with 10 elevated, carpeted tees, chipping mound & 9 target greens. Free use of clubs.

 

Evans Plunge, Inc
1145 N. River Street, Hot Springs, SD 57747   (605)745-5165  Fax (605)745-3368 www.evansplunge.com    This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The world’s largest indoor spring fed natural warm water swimming pool. Where tourism began in the Black Hills, Est. in the 1890's. Come soak your bones where the President's did. Our entire pool is completely fresh water every hour & half. Come take the plunge!

 

Flintstones Bedrock City Theme Park
422 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer, SD 57730   (605)673-4079   Fax (605)673-6079
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Flintstones Bedrock City is a theme park recreating the Flintstones cartoon. Fred, Barney, the Iron Horse Train, the Flintmobile and 21 buildings make up the theme park. There is also a gift shop, full service camp resort and drive in diner. Great family entertainment in the center of the Black Hills.

 

Four Mile Old West Town
11921 W Highway 16, Custer, SD 57730   (605)673-3905
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Step back in to yesterday and experience the old west as it really was. Melodramas - Family Fun! Open mid May through early October.

 

Grand Magic Show at the Custer Show Barn
370 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD 57730   (406)291-2004
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The show features the talents of internationally-awarded illusionist Duane Laflin. The theater has 550 seats, a large snack bar, gift shop, spacious clean restrooms, and abundant parking. 7:30 PM nightly - Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Child 12 and under free with paid adult. Group rates are available (must have 10 or more adults). Box office open from 9:00 AM till 7:30 PM. Reservations recommended.

 

Grizzly Gulch Adventure Golf
231 W Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer, SD 57730   (605)673-1708
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18 hole Mini Golf Course, fun for the whole family!

 

Jewel Cave National Monument
11149 US Hwy. 16, Bldg. B12, Custer, SD 57730   (605)673-8300   Fax (605)673-8301
www.nps.gov/jeca
The monument preserves and protects the third longest cave in the world. Not only do the passageways offer a maze of exploration opportunities, the cave formations are often considered one-of-a-kind for visitors. The visitor center offers new displays and cave tours are available year round, except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day. NOTE: Tour are offered on a first come first serve basis.

 

Mammoth Site
1800 US 18 Bypass, Hot Springs, SD 57747 (605)745-6017 Fax (605)745-3038
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America's International Treasure. This National Natural Landmark is an internationally renowned indoor working paleontological site/museum. More than 60 Colombian & woolly mammoths have been unearthed, as well as over 85 other species of associated Ice Age fauna. Hands-on activities for children, an educational experience for the entire family. One of the top fossil interpretive sites in North America.

 

Mickelson Trail - Black Hills Trails Office
11361 Nevada Gulch Rd, Lead, SD 57754   (605)584-3896   Fax (605)584-2739
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114 mile hiking, bicycling and horseback riding trail, through the heart of the Black Hills.

 

Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Mailing Address: 13000 Hwy 244, Bldg. 31, Ste 1, Keystone, SD 57751   (605)574-2523   Fax (605)574-2307
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America’s Shrine of Democracy gives a glimpse into the history of the United States. The Memorial is open year-round; closed December 25 . The evening interpretive program, which is offered during the summer months in the Amphitheater, is among the National Park Service's most popular programs.

 

National Museum of Woodcarving
12111 Hwy 16 W/PO Box 747, Custer, SD 57730   (605)673-4404   Fax (605)673-3843
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Step into the entertaining world of woodcarving. Museum offers the life-work of original Disneyland animator and other prominent U.S. woodcarvers, gallery of over 70 woodcarvers and artists, gifts and snack shop. Where wood comes alive. Always weather perfect.

 

Reptile Gardens
8955 Hwy 16 S, Rapid City, SD 57709   (605)342-5873   Fax (605)342-6249
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This is where you’ll find the world’s most renowned collection of exotic reptiles, rare birds, beautiful minerals, prehistoric fossils and botanical specimens.

 

Rockin' R Rides, Inc
24853 Village Ave, Heritage Village, PO Box 815, Custer, SD 57730   (605)673-2999   Cell (520)349-6078
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Daily guided trail rides in family-friendly, small group setting with professional and knowledgeable guides, 7 days a week, Memorial Day weekend through September. Closest trail rides to Crazy Horse Memorial.

 

Rocky Knolls Golf Course
12181 Hwy 16, Custer, SD 57730 (605)673-4481

www.rockyknollsgolfcourse.com
The 9-hole, par 36 Rocky Knolls Golf Course offers 3,084 yards of precision golf from the longest tee. The natural landscape of the course is refreshing and offers scenic views of the Southern Black Hills. The fairways are lined with mature Ponderosa Pines and demand accuracy off the tee. The course rating is 35.9 and has a slope rating of 136 from the tips. Rocky Knolls Golf Course opened in 1965. Steve Price manages the clubhouse and, as the course superintendent, keeps the course in excellent condition.

 

Rushmore Cave
13622 Highway 40, Keystone, SD 57751   (605)255-4384
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You will find fun on all levels at Rushmore Cave. Explore the stalactite-dilled caverns of this amazing natural wonder on a fun and educational cave tour, soar through the sky on the Soaring Eagle Zipline Ride or try your skill at the new Gunslinger 7-D Interactive Theater. You are sure to have a great time, full of affordable family fun while making some great family memories. Open: May-October. Cave Tours every 15 minutes. 5 Miles East of Keystone on Hwy 40.

 

Spirit Horse Escape Trail Rides
11596 W Hwy. 16, Custer, SD 57730   (605)673-6005  (866)429-3484
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One hour and two hour trail rides on site, Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend.

 

Southern Hills Golf Course

1130 Clubhouse Drive, Hot Springs, SD 57747   (605)745-6400

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18-Hole, Par 70. Golfweeks "Best Course to Play" for over 10 consecutive years. Golf Digest gave it 4.5 stars. If you forgot your clubs, no problem, rental clubs available at Clubhouse. Stay and play packages and specials throughout the year. Call for rates and tee times.

 

Sylvan Rocks - Climbing School & Guide Service
PO Box 600, Hill City, SD 57745   (605)484-7585
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Enjoy rock climbing with us in Custer State Park. Total beginners and advanced climbers welcome. All climbing equipment supplied. Private or group adventures for ages 5 and up available by reservation. Call now.

 

Wind Cave National Park
26611 U.S. Hwy 385, Hot Springs, SD 57747   (605)745-4600   Fax (605)745-4207
www.nps.gov/wica
Recently named the fourth longest cave in the world. The park is home to bison, prairie dogs, antelope, elk, coyote, mule and white tailed deer.