--- title: Activities date: 2022-10-07T08:49:00-05:00 author: Click Rain Admin canonical_url: "https://www.custerresorts.com/activities" section: Pages --- ![Aerial shot of a road surrounded by mountains and trees](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/Activities_HERO-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=60&h=35&c=9b30913f&v=0525e6957ce6074f1892d7804e71933eb841745f3740392a967624645804f343) # Activities at Custer Fresh mountain air. Wildlife and hiking trails. Time at the lake. At Custer, there's always more to explore. Check out our resort activities and start planning how you'll spend your time with us. [Book An Experience](https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/custerresorts/?ref=CSPR%20Website&full-items=yes&flow=830365) ## What to Do at Custer State Park There are countless ways to experience Custer State Park. The longer you're here, the more wonders you'll encounter. So we encourage you to [stay awhile](https://www.custerresorts.com/explore-accommodations) if you can! The park itself offers numerous activities, like [trail rides](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/guided-trail-rides) or our famous [Buffalo Jeep Safari](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/buffalo-safari-jeep-tour). You'll also enjoy easy access to the rest of the surrounding Black Hills. ![](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/videothumbnail.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=56&h=21&c=4d09e705&v=ddddd9b1f26f917fe1546fdf247deccff8e349bb1d2f29ee376a323af5b9c300) ![](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/ExperiencesJeepSafariHeader.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=65&h=40&c=007993b6&v=f1c574bccaeda073777fe182dbceb3836ef57bd4ea08971beab96ed8204f1724) ### Experiences The best way to experience Custer State Park is to use all your senses. Learn all about our popular state park activities. [Learn More](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences) ![Road with trees surrounding and Mount Rushmore in the distance](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/22-CSPR-Activities_ScenicDrives-2400x1588.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=65&h=40&c=d138c54b&v=1f433820be0d0c1056f6d7488abb4a4eda8da6f0a0931f5b035f4c20b08fcb9b) ### Scenic Drives & Stops Beautiful views. Wind in your hair. Explore scenic drives in and around Custer State Park. [Learn More](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/scenic-drives) ![Herd of buffalo in the grasslands](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/22-CSPR-Activities_BuffaloRoundUp-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=65&h=40&c=83140ff5&v=845d10739af8b391c702c5259ecfebd14e21902e509cf25796b2f98c9737a602) ### Buffalo Roundup Don't miss the annual Buffalo Roundup at Custer State Park, a one-of-a-kind event that takes place at the end of each September. [Learn More](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/buffalo-roundup) ![Wide shot of Mount Rushmore](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/22-CSPR-Activities_MountRushmore-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=65&h=40&c=7f8365d4&v=db6e50a1a7befb5e51eae3ff4568435d607277a4139ee1a5f2214168f965c24c) ### Nearby Activities Custer State Park Resort is central to some of the top attractions in the southern Black Hills region. Explore nearby activities to keep you busy during your trip. [Learn More](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/nearby-activities) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)## Featured Activities ![Group in a Jeep driving by buffalo](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/22-CSPR-Activities_BuffaloJeepSafari-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=4faeead7&v=ca560f166bddc3ded11f3576f73f8e6c93ac4c009c8c35fe2322814299aabd18) ### [Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/buffalo-safari-jeep-tour) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) In Custer State Park Take an unforgettable safari through the park in search of pronghorns, elk, and the noble buffalo. ![Visitors riding horses during a guided trail ride](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/22-CSPR-Activities_GuidedTrailRides-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=df681f0e&v=47af0dae4e40a72bbb4f6648ad9deb28cc61abb4299815d34f27162fb33fa013) ### [Guided Trail Rides](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/guided-trail-rides) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) In Custer State Park One of the most peaceful ways to explore the park's prettiest spots. ![](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Chuckwagon-BBL-2024-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=aa657f62&v=cc26039183bde5cba5c66a0a6c5a718e577c5ca0154a043a26f920b65f138b6c) ### [Hayride & Chuck Wagon Cookout](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/hayride-chuck-wagon-cookout) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) In Custer State Park Evening scenic wildlife hayride followed by a steak dinner and live entertainment in the CSP backcountry. ![Aerial shot of the Needles Highway](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/22-CSPR-Activities_NeedlesHighway-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=3fcfad83&v=a5c5e31d61359286141e9f715dc3a34054c78146d3317389dd3041032fb3569f) ### [Needles Highway](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/scenic-drives/needles-highway) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) In Custer State Park A spectacular Custer State Park drive through pine and spruce forest meadows surrounded by rugged granite mountain spires. ![Woman sticking out her hand to feed wildlife](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/22-CSPR-Activities_WildlifeLoop-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=2bc6f996&v=ee391a6978d1db998e7c7dd6272f3f7c54359bfd8d44a4a987eca39338fab9a7) ### [Wildlife Loop Road](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/scenic-drives/wildlife-loop) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) In Custer State Park A wildlife hotspot. Travel through 18 miles of open grasslands and pine-speckled hills. Plan for photo ops! ![](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/CSPRHikingAllie.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=736d63ea&v=8c36137050a566b44cc7be33fd9e429c8de5efef8ba0190d1f116681305b29cb) ### [Hiking](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/hiking) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) In Custer State Park World-class hiking. Custer State Park is home to dozens of premiere trails for hikers of all skill levels. Need some recommendations? Check out these popular attractions and activities when you're at Custer. ### We've got room for you. [Find Lodging](https://www.custerresorts.com/lodging) ![Wide-shot of mountains during the day at Custer](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Video-Cover-or-Callout-Background/ActivitiesGuide2-2400x1000.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=50&h=40&c=435abe98&v=a7e629a88f94002215488cf0905a11e19d05f44092342ce40f9989a83b9b6f91) ### The Custer State Park Activities Guide Take your planning to the next level with our **Custer State Park Activities Guide**, a free resource with even more info on resort activities, dining, shopping, and more. [Download Guide](https://com-custerresorts-cdn.s3.amazonaws.com/general-uploads/2024-CSP-Activity-16-Pg-Booklet-Web.pdf)