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Explore the breathtaking beauty of the Black Hills with a variety of activities, from helicopter and hot air balloon rides to horseback riding and paddleboarding. Hill City KOA serves as your central home base for all the area's adventures
Sylvan Lake is located in Custer State Park, in the Black Hills of South Dakota, United States. It was created in 1891 when Theodore Reder built a dam across Sunday Gulch Creek. The lake area offers picnic places, rock climbing, small rental boats, swimming, and hiking trails.
13329 US Highway 16A
Custer, SD 57730
Get Your Head in the Clouds. The Black Hills are plenty breathtaking, but a hot air balloon takes your scenic ride to the next level. Treat yourself to views of untouched wilderness, supreme sunrises, local wildlife, and monumental attractions on a Black Hills Balloon ride. Passenger meeting location/reservations are required. Located 11 miles from Hill City KOA.
747 Mount Rushmore Rd
Custer, SD 57730
A family fun park and show cave in the Black Hills of South Dakota near Mount Rushmore. You will find fun on all levels in the Black Hills of South Dakota at Rush Mountain Adventure Park! Explore Rushmore Cave, the closest cave to Mount Rushmore, cruise down the mountain on the Rushmore Mountain Coaster, experience the Soaring Eagle Zipride, shoot'em up at the Gunslinger 7-D Ride, and find your inner daredevil at the Wingwalker Challenge Course. It's A Mountain Of Family Fun!
13622 Hwy 40
Keystone, SD 57751
See the hills from a bird's-eye view on a Black Hills Aerial Adventure! A wide variety of tour packages and price points are available for views of Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse Monuments, Cathedral Spires, Needles Highway, Custer State Park, the Badlands National Park, and so much more. Only 10 Minutes from Hill City KOA!
24564 US Hwy 16/385
Custer, SD 57730
Try horseback riding through the beautiful Black Hills trails just 4 miles west of Hill CIty KOA. Friendly and experienced wranglers will guide 50-minute nose-to-tail trail rides for riders ages 6 and up. Choose from morning and afternoon ride times 7 days a week rain or shine! Your littles (kids aged 3-6) can get the cowboy/cowgirl experience on a pony ride, led around the "pony loop" by an experienced wrangler.
Hill City, SD 57745
Spend the day sporting or relaxing on the serene waters of Horsethief Lake, Sylvan Lake, or Deerfield Reservoir in a kayak, canoe, or paddleboard from Black Hills Paddlesports. You can also try class I-IV whitewater rafting from April-June. They offer expedition-grade inflatable rentals that are easy to transport & setup, group & private lessons, tour & delivery services, & equipment sales. Located just 4 miles from Hill City KOA, you can pick up your rental or order it to be delivered lakeside. Horsethief Lake is a smaller 30-acre lake nestled behind Mount Rushmore and located just 6 miles away, while Deerfield Reservoire is 20 miles away, but is much larger at 430 acres.
525 S. Newton Ave.
Hill City, SD 57745
An amazing scenic drive along Highway 14. Spearfish Canyon is home to the amazing Bridal Veil Falls, Roughlock Falls and Spearfish Falls. If you are really lucky you will see one of the many White Mountain Goats that hang out at Bridal Falls, landmarks within the Black Hills, as well as spot plenty of wildlife—including buffaloes.
Explore the rock climbing venues near Hill City, South Dakota. The Black Hills offers limestone sport climbing at locations like Spearfish Canyon and Sylvan Lake. Families and beginners can enjoy guided tours with Sylvan Rocks Climbing School, while professional climbers can challenge themselves on diverse routes. Whether you're seeking a family adventure or a thrilling climb, the Black Hills have something for everyone. Don't miss the breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences.
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