The city of Custer is located in the heart of the southern Black Hills. It is a friendly town that is conveniently located, caters to it’s visitors, and offers something for everyone. Besides the close proximity to wonderful tourist attractions, it is full of unique shops and services including grocery stores, a laundromat, a hospital, dining services, a visitor center, plus others. We think you will be pleasantly surprised and entertained by the charm and uniqueness of this small western town.
Mount Rushmore National Monument, 20 miles, again made famous in the new movie, "National Treasure, Book of Secrets"
Custer State Park, 6 miles, known for : the Wildlife Loop, with buffalo, Needles Highway,
Sylvan Lake, Legion Lake, and Stockade Lake, and a wealth of beautiful scenery.
Crazy Horse Mountain Memorial, 11 miles, an "in process" carving of a mountain into the likeness of Native American Chief Crazy Horse
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, 75 miles
Horse back riding, 10 miles
Mickelson Trail, passes next to Ponderosa Place, includes hiking, biking, and horseback riding
Helicopter rides, 10 miles
Lakes for fishing, boating, canoeing, or swimming
Wind Cave National Park, 26 miles
Jewel Cave, 8 miles
Shopping, local
Golf, local
Panoramic view of the Black Hills, local
Western cultural events, local .