Area Attractions

Your stay at Custer Mountain Cabins & Campground  presents a great opportunity to explore all the sites and attractions in the Black Hills.  This page will give you  links and information on some of the places to visit while you are in the Black Hills.

1881 Courthouse Museum 411 Mt. Rushmore Rd,  PO Box 826, Custer, SD 57730      605-673-2443   Fax 605-673-2443 www.1881courthousemuseum.com    cchstsoc@gwtc.net Historical Museum on the National registry of Historical buildings. The Museum tells the history of Custer County and the adjacent Black Hills area. Bear Country U.S.A.  13820 S. Highway 16, Rapid City, SD 57701      605-343-2290    Fax 605-341-3206 www.bearcountryusa.com   pabear@bearcountryusa.com 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 Playhouse Box 2513, Rapid City, SD 57709     605-255-4242 www.blackhillsplayhouse.com       bhphq@aol.com Custer Golf Corp/Rocky Knolls Golf Course Hwy 16 W/PO Box 844, Custer, SD 57730     605-673-4481 Nine-hole layout begins with a short, dramatic par five that includes an approach shot through imposing rock formations. Beautiful surroundings, a true test of skill and glimpses of wildlife among the pines. Custer State Park 13329 US Hwy 16A, Custer, SD 57730       605-255-4515 Fax 605-255-4460 www.custerstatepark.info custerstatepark@state.sd.us 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 of Custer Inc. 25086 Shamrock Rd, Custer, SD 57730    605-673-5880 toppin@gwtc.net Dakota Greens Golf Scenic 275 yard driving range with 10 elevated, carpeted tees, chipping mound & 9 target greens. Free use of clubs. Dakota Greens Greenhouse Local greenhouse, open during growing season. Annuals, Perennials, accent plants, hanging baskets, herbs, vegetables and custom wooden benches. Gifts abound. Planters and potting soil. Top Pin Archery www.toppinarcherycustersd.com     toppinarchery@goldenswest.net   Custer's own 7 lane indoor range. We have virtual reality hunting in techno hunt. Full service pro shop. Retail archery equipment fitting and sales. 3-D shoots and archery leagues. Home of the Top Pin Archers Club. Guys With Knives www.guyswithknives.com       guyswithknives@goldenwest.net Wild game service: Skin, quarter, cool.  European mounts, hide tanning, turkey fan displays. Official site for the SD Sportsman Against Hunger Program. Elk check station. Evans Plunge, Inc 1145 N. River Street, Hot Springs, SD 57747       605-745-5165   Fax 605-745-3368 www.evansplunge.com    evansplunge@gwtc.net 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! George S. Mickelson Trail 11361 Nevada Gulch Rd, Lead, SD 57754       605-584-3896   Fax 605-584-2739 www.mickelsontrail.com    mickelsontrail@state.sd.us  109 mile crushed limestone trail through the heart of the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. 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 second 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 is open and cave tours are available year round, except for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day. NOTE: Tour reservations are highly recommended at any time of the year. Mammoth Site PO Box 692, 1800 Hwy 18 Truck Route, Hot Springs, SD 57747-0692       605-745-6017     Fax 605-745-3038 www.mammothsite.com    joem@mammothsite.org America's International Treasure. This National Natural Landmark is an internationally renowned indoor working paleontological site/museum. More than 58 Columbian & 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. Mount Rushmore National Memorial 13000 Hwy 244, Bldg. 31, Ste 1, Keystone, SD 57751        605-574-3131   Fax 605-574-2307 www.nps.gov/moru    moru-superintendent@nps.gov America’s Shrine of Democracy gives a glimpse into the history of the United States. The nightly lighting ceremony is among the National Park Service’s most popular programs. National Museum of Woodcarving 12115 Hwy 16 W/PO Box 747, Custer, SD 57730       605-673-4404 Fax 605-673-3843 www.blackhills.com/woodcarving/index.html    woodcarv@gwtc.net One of America’s most unique museums, enjoy the wooden nickel theatre, 30 scenes created by an original animator of Disneyland, a carving studio, display of many nationally recognized woodcarvers, museum gallery, gift shop, snack bar. Woodcarvings so real, you'll think it's magic. Prairie Berry Winery 23837 Hwy 385, PO Box 8, Hill City, SD 57745        605-574-3898     877-226-9453  Fax  605-574-4614 www.prairieberry.com Sample true, regional wines ‹ award-winners found nowhere else, all made on-site. Family-owned winery focuses on regional wild and domestic fruit, grapes and honey. Everything from dry to sweet. Enjoy complimentary wine tasting, then savor lunch from our Kitchen! Open daily, year-round. Reptile Gardens PO Box 620, Rapid City, SD 57709       605-342-5873   Fax 605-342-6249 www.reptilegardens.com  getinfo@reptilegardens.com This is where you’ll find the world’s most renowned collection of exotic reptiles, rare birds, beautiful minerals, prehistoric fossils and botanical specimens. Sylvan Rock Climbing School & Guide Service PO Box 600, Hill City, SD 57745      605-484-7585 www.sylvanrocks.com  sylvan@sylvanrocks.com Rock climbing experiences for the total beginner or the seasoned adventurer.  A safe, healthy activity which anyone can enjoy.  Experience Custer State Park's many unbelievable summits. 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.