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Black Hills National Forest, Custer

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#2 of 28 in Wildlife in South Dakota

National Park Forest

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Explore the pristine nature of one of North America's most scenic wilderness areas at Black Hills National Forest. Covering over 5,000 sq km (1,931 sq mi), the forest offers breathtaking views, miles of waterways and hiking trails, abundant wildlife, diverse landscapes, and everything else you need for a great time outdoors. The area also features several historical sights, numerous camping grounds and picnic areas, as well as fishing reservoirs. If you don’t have the time for a longer stay, you can enjoy the scenery just as much by driving the forest's scenic byways. Entering the forest area is free of charge, but there are fees for using certain facilities. Put Black Hills National Forest and other Custer attractions into our Custer online travel planner, and watch your holiday take shape.

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• By whitneyleann07

  Loved everything about the Black Hills. I hate that it is often not visited much due to the distance from everything, but it is so worth every chance you get to go. I can't say enough about it!  more »

• By 5happycamper3

  This was a day road trip We stationed ourselves in rapid city and took day trips from there. It was a great decision. The scenic road trip to the black hills was breathtaking in September. Don’t.....  more »

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• By Alex_Rocks_101

  South Dakota has such wonderful nature! Black Hills definitely lives up to that. Wonderful scenery. Lots of roads with lots of things to do. I could easily spend a month doing now things each day! 10/10. Would extremely recommend. Even to just drive through, let alone staying for a while. 👍

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• By Michelle Overdorf

  A gorgeous oasis in the middle of a moonscape. Drive here and you will understand. The Black Hills are called beautiful for a reason. Lots of history here and tons of fun things to do.

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