Boat Rental Details
Fist-come, first-served. Rental hours follow the Lodge store hours throughout the season. Check-in at Sylvan Store or Legion Lake Lodge. Fun for all ages! Lifejackets provided.
Watersport Rentals
Our canoe, kayak, and SUP board rentals are specifically selected for travelers of any skill level to be able to enjoy the intimacy of Custer State Park's lakes. Available at Legion Lake Lodge and Sylvan Lake Lodge.
Boat Rentals on Sylvan Lake and Legion Lake
Clear waters, sandy beaches, picturesque rock outcroppings, and hiking trails that circle the lake—you could spend all day here.
We believe that your time on the lake should be easy, so boats will be loaded and ready. Our dockhands are available to help you or your family members hop in, if you'd like. Worried about tipping? Our inventory is beginner-friendly, so novices are safe and welcome.
Not sure which craft is your style? Rent by the hour and trade out as much as you'd like. Just check your final boat back in to the dock when your time is up.
Return to the store for a post-trip snack, meal, or shopping spree. Custer State Park's picturesque lakes await.
At a Glance
- Available at Legion Lake Lodge and Sylvan Lake Store
- Kayak rentals
- SUP board rentals
- Canoe rentals
Rentals are per person, by the hour. Try them all! Based on availability.
Canoes (up to 3 people)
1-Person Kayaks
2-Person Kayaks
SUP Boards (single person)
Stop in at Legion Lake Lodge or at Sylvan Lake's General Store. Reservations are first-come, first-served. Valid ID required.
Rentals are per person, by the hour. Try them all! Based on availability.
2024 Rates
Half Hour: $12 per person
Hour: $20 per person
Half Day: $80 per person
Life jackets are provided. All persons under 18 years of age must have an adult sign for the rental and adult supervision while in the water.
Inclement weather may affect rental availability, at the discretion of the Lodge.
Activities Nearby
Needles Highway
In Custer State ParkA spectacular Custer State Park drive through pine and spruce forest meadows surrounded by rugged granite mountain spires.
Dining
In Custer State ParkThere are several delicious dining options spread throughout the park, all open seasonally from the beginning of May through mid-October. Come hungry and ready to explore more them all.
Shopping
In Custer State ParkNo matter which lodge you find yourself drawn to exploring, our Custer State Park Resort stores have you covered.
Hayride & Chuck Wagon Cookout
In Custer State ParkEvening scenic wildlife hayride followed by a steak dinner and live entertainment in the CSP backcountry.
Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour
In Custer State ParkTake an unforgettable safari through the park in search of pronghorns, elk, and the noble buffalo.
Guided Trail Rides
In Custer State ParkOne of the most peaceful ways to explore the park's prettiest spots.
Wildlife Loop Road
In Custer State ParkA wildlife hotspot. Travel through 18 miles of open grasslands and pine-speckled hills. Plan for photo ops!
Hiking
In Custer State ParkWorld-class hiking. Custer State Park is home to dozens of premiere trails for hikers of all skill levels.
Iron Mountain Road
In Custer State ParkThe famed road to Mount Rushmore takes you through pigtail bridges, magnificent Black Hills scenery, and tunnels that frame the national monument.
Lodging at Custer State Park Resort
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