Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
3 miles west of Custer, on Hwy 16, on the way to Jewel Cave and Newcastle, WY.
GPS reliability is inconsistent across brands and types, and some campers have been misdirected when entering only our address.
From interstate 90, take exit 61. Then, follow the signs for "Crazy Horse". When you reach Crazy Horse, keep driving past and you will arrive at the light at the bottom of the hill in Custer. Turn right and travel 3.5 miles and we are on the left.
GPS Coordinates:
Latitude: N 43.74143
Longitude: W 103.65418
Call us when you get close, and we'll bring you home!
We are located 22 miles from Mt. Rushmore with Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Wind and Jewel Cave being even closer. Use Custer Mt. Rushmore KOA as your base camp as you explore the many attractions in the Black Hills. Check with our staff on hours of operation, directions, and tips for visiting all the Black Hills has to offer.
Symbolizing the ideals of freedom and democracy, it is a tribute to four presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln and their invaluable contributions to the United States. Walk the Presidential Trail, visit the museum, and come back in the evening for the inspirational Night Lighting Ceremony. The monument is located 22 miles north of Custer KOA.
13000 Highway 244
Keystone, SD 57751
The world's largest sculpture now in progress, the Memorial includes the 40,000-square-foot Orientation Center and theaters, the Indian Museum of North America, the Native American Cultural Center and the sculptor's studio. Take a bus ride to the base of the sculpture to gaze up at the completed face of Crazy Horse. Return in the evening for the fantastic Laser Light Show. Located 8 miles north of Custer KOA.
12151 Avenue of the Chiefs
Crazy Horse, SD 57730-8900
Explore this 71,000-acre world-class wildlife preserve located just east of Custer. The park features the spectacular geological formations and narrow tunnels of Iron Mountain Road and Needles Highway, beautiful Sylvan Lake, and the Wildlife Loop, where you can see one of the nation's largest bison herds in the wild. Recreation includes hiking, fishing and swimming, Visitor Centers and historic sites. The east entrance to the park is 6 miles east of Custer KOA.
13329 US Highway 16A
Custer, SD 57730
Jewel Cave is the second longest cave in the world, with over 137 miles of passages explored and surveyed to date. Airflow studies indicate that most of the cave has yet to be found! The cave is well known for its natural beauty and unusual features, including crystal calcite, which lines much of the cave walls. Reservations are suggested for the ever-popular Scenic Tour, and can be made up to 1 week ahead. There is also a shorter Discovery Tour which is handicapped-accessible. Jewel Cave is 10 miles west of Custer KOA.
11149 U.S. Hwy. 16
Custer, SD 57730
Wind Cave is one of the world's longest and most complex caves, well known for its outstanding display of boxwork, an unusual cave formation composed of thin calcite fins resembling honeycombs. The park features over 28,000 acres of rare mixed-grass prairie, ponderosa pine forest, and native wildlife such as bison, elk, pronghorn, mule deer, coyotes, and prairie dogs. Wind Cave is 22 miles south of Custer KOA.
26611 US Highway 385
Hot Springs, SD 57747
The 109-mile-long Mickelson Trail follows the historic Deadwood to Edgemont Burlington Northern rail line. South Dakota's first rails to trails project - it is enjoyed by hikers, bikers and horseback riders alike. 14 trailheads, over 100 converted railroad bridges, and four hard rock tunnels. The trail features gentle slopes and easy access. The Custer Trailhead is 4 miles east of Custer KOA.
There are dozens of quality attractions too numerous to mention within a one-hours drive of Custer KOA and within a two-hour drive, you will find the Badlands National Park and Devils' Tower National Monument. The east entrance to Yellowstone National Park is 425 miles west, following scenic U.S. Highway 16. The following websites have further information on all local attractions: www.custersd.com and www.blackhillsbadlands.com
An amazing drive along Highway 14. You will see amazing waterfalls and if you are real lucky you will see one of the many White Mountain Goats that hang out at Bridal Falls.
Wind your way through the hairpin turns and one-lane tunnels of this scenic drive within Custer State Park. Driving through the 14-mile Needles Highway in the rocky landscape of southwestern South Dakota is an adrenaline-filled experience. You'll get to enjoy fantastic views of the monumental Cathedral Spires and other natural landmarks within the Black Hills, as well as spot plenty of wildlife—including buffaloes.
At 7,242 feet, Black Elk Peak isn't just South Dakota's highest point. It's also the highest elevation between the Rocky Mountains in the western United States and the Pyrenees Mountains in France. Surrounded by the beautiful Black Elk Wilderness in Custer State Park, Black Elk Peak is one of the most popular sites in the state. Hikers of all ages make their ascent to take in a view that seems to extend forever and includes gorgeous views of South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Nebraska and North Dakota.
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names officially changed the name from Harney Peak to Black Elk Peak on August 11, 2016.
Mt. Rushmore Road UT
Keystone, SD 57751
Located only minutes from Mount Rushmore in the beautiful town of Keystone, SD, the National Presidential Wax Museum is an exciting patriotic experience for the whole family. Meet over 100 lifelike wax figures, including all 46 U.S. presidents, all depicted in stunning visual recreations of iconic moments in U.S. presidential history.
609 Hwy 16A
keystone, SD 57751
Bear Country USA is home to various species of North American mammals which live in large natural exhibits. While captive born, every effort is made to imitate a wild environment for our animal residents. Larger species roam freely throughout the drive-thru park. Smaller animals, as well as those younger than one year, are exhibited in the Wildlife Walk area. Visitors can observe these animals while strolling on foot.
13820 US-16
Rapid City, SD 57702
Just 14 miles north. The 1880 train ride is a two-hour, narrated 20-mile round trip between Hill City and Keystone. Passengers view vistas of Harney Peak, mining encampments and participate in good old-fashioned fun. Trains follow the original route of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad laid down in the late 1880s to service the mines and mills between Hill City and Keystone. The Black Hills Central Railroad is the oldest continuously operating tour railroad in the nation and operates three steam and two diesel engines throughout the season. One of our locomotives is more than 100 years old!
222 Railroad Ave.
Hill City, SD 57745
Open Daily 9:00am - 6:00pm
Your family can enjoy over 100 popular farm animals in a clean, relaxed hands-on environment. This beautiful farm on the road to Mount Rushmore is a great place to play with many friendly animals.
Pony & Train Rides available.
23691 Busted Five Ct
Keystone, SD 57751
Reptile Gardens has one of the largest collections of reptile species and subspecies of any zoo or wild animal park in the world! Reptile Gardens is a premier South Dakota destination that houses some of the world's deadliest snakes and has been in the Guinness Book of World Records as the World's Largest Reptile Zoo. Just 35 miles away!
8955 S Highway 16
Rapid City, SD 57702
Experience the Black Hills Gold Rush legend ... Nowhere else will you find such a great variety of family-friendly activities in the Black Hills. From touring our historic gold mine with our trained tour guides to trying your luck in our gold panning sluices on-site we've got something for everyone. Just 33 minutes north of Custer KOA!(Open Daily, Second Week of March – October)March: 10 AM - 4 PM (Thursday Through Sunday, Beginning Second Weekend)
April: 9 AM – 5 PM
May: 9 AM – 6 PM
June: 8 AM – 8 PM
July: 8 AM – 8 PM
August: 8 AM – 8 PM (Last Tour at 6:45 PM)
September: 9 AM – 6 PM (Last Tour at 4:45 PM)
October: 9 AM – 5 PM (Last Tour at 3:45 PM)
November – February: Open by Reservation Only
604 Blair Street
Keystone, SD 57751
Various plays throughout the summer. Scan code for dates and show information.
Theater In Custer State Park
24834 South Playhouse Rd.
Custer, SD 57730
Located in Rapid City. Go for an all day tour of the area and then come back to a Chuckwagon Supper. See all the amazing sites in one day. Then you can go back and visit them in more length on your own time. Learn about the movie Dances with Wolves.
2255 Fort Hayes Dr.
Rapid City, SD 57702
Visit Devil's Tower. Only 75 miles from our campground.
A very exciting attraction only 25 miles from our campground. Kids of all ages will enjoy this.
24040 Cosmos Rd
Rapid City, SD 57702
The old fashioned hayride takes you on a 45 minute scenic wildlife tour on the park's beautiful backroad to a mountain meadow canyon for a chuck wagon feast.
25453 SD 87
Custer, SD 57730
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