--- title: 2026 Summer Blast at the State Game Lodge date: 2025-12-11T12:17:00-06:00 author: Gina Konechne canonical_url: "https://www.custerresorts.com/lodging/specials/2025-summer-blast-at-the-state-game-lodge" section: Specials --- # 2026 Summer Blast at the State Game Lodge Stay between May 1, 2026 - May 21 or after August 7, 2026 in a State Game Lodge Hotel Room and save 15% for 2-night stays or more. [Book Now](https://be.synxis.com/?hotel=46528&chain=7774) --- ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)## Participating in the Summer Blast ![Drone shot of Custer State Park Resort](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/CSP-20221001-ByronBanasiak-15-large.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=c001aa7e&v=b58164c455f79fec6f59405537266cc6a201a762af4b787e85819828aa89a9aa) ### [State Game Lodge Rooms](https://www.custerresorts.com/lodging/lodge-rooms/state-game-lodge-rooms) Welcome to the regal State Game Lodge, home to historic lodge rooms, convenient amenities, and limitless adventure. ![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. ![Entrance of Creekside Lodge](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/LodgeRooms-CreeksideLodge-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=079205f2&v=36c02efa5b62e03fd6fc3c12f0f0203b1a218c6be35006a25143b88900fd35c6) ### [Creekside Lodge Rooms](https://www.custerresorts.com/lodging/lodge-rooms/creekside-lodge-rooms) Tucked along Grace Coolidge Creek, just 200 yards from the State Game Lodge. Creekside Lodge is open year-round. Stay in a lodge room at the State Game Lodge this spring, summer & fall for 2+ nights and receive 15% off your stay by booking online. No code required! Overnight guests also receive $5 off per person for a 2025 Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour with room confirmation. [Check Availability](https://be.synxis.com/?Hotel=46528&Chain=7774) Promotion applies to State Game Lodge Hotel Rooms & Creekside Lodge Rooms that are booked in the same room type, for consecutive nights. Excludes Wednesday - Saturday night of Buffalo Roundup and Labor Day Weekend. For call-in reservations: promotion must be mentioned at the time of booking. For online reservations: Promotional rate option must be selected and reservation completed at the time of booking for discount to be valid. For help securing a discounted rate before making your reservation, please contact our local reservations office at 888-875-0001. ## A Historic Lodge with Modernized Rooms The State Game Lodge is known for its grand, historic character and tradition. It served as the “[Summer White House](https://www.custerresorts.com/news/from-buffalo-to-bikers-and-presidents-travelers-love-sd)” for President Calvin Coolidge in 1927 and was visited by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953. [Hotel Rooms](https://www.custerresorts.com/lodging/lodge-rooms/state-game-lodge-rooms) here offer modernized conveniences and full interior renovations in 2024. [Learn More](https://www.custerresorts.com/plan-your-trip/state-game-lodge) ![Buffalo grazing on grass outside Custer Game Lodge Hotel](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/SGLBuffalooutside.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=50&c=b9b653ae&v=48a6a287439bbf5647ed480c8f7abed6b54b9499a5b5e4d6348057e461cdb67a) ## All-Suite Lodge with a Woodsy Aesthetic Fully updated in 2023, [Creeside Lodge](https://www.custerresorts.com/lodging/lodge-rooms/creekside-lodge-rooms)'s woodsy aesthetic and deluxe Jr. Suites featuring private balcony upgrades ensure that you feel right at home with the wildlife. The park’s popular [Buffalo Safari Jeep](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/buffalo-safari-jeep-tour) Tours depart from Creekside Lodge's private front desk. Take an open-air ride into the wilderness in search of bison while our guides tell you all about the park and its amazing wildlife. [Learn More](https://www.custerresorts.com/lodging/lodge-rooms/creekside-lodge-rooms) ![Creekside lodge rooms exterior](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/creeksidebuff-002.blue-sky.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=50&c=b773ad5f&v=e368aab1ef3a36b758dc050d2eabcde5b21577b3b679e5bb11fea4d2b149810c) ![](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/CSPR_Video-Stills_10.jpg?mode=fit&pos=center-center&w=56&h=21&c=9c1e2f91&v=f273504d178420e98aac63b3dc9f67786e36e8e3764ee0aca9c23f3ea208db8b) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)## While You are Here ![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/Custer-Resorts-20221002-ByronBanasiak-38a.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=dd3ab349&v=f5ee0aca6347cb864c41e51e51efd852fc23dd776816b3f27caba32fee40b152) ### [Shopping](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/shopping) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) In Custer State Park No matter which lodge you find yourself drawn to exploring, our Custer State Park Resort stores have you covered. ![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! ![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. ![Kayaks tied up to a dock](https://d1y6vw2yu4dxpf.cloudfront.net/generalUploads/Featured/Activities_WatersportsRentals-2400x1400.jpg?mode=crop&pos=center-center&w=75&h=65&c=c79e94af&v=6fdad8e3118ce9a9f6edf6db400d791de2a35fe98d6d513b391c4e18668ba1e4) ### [Watersport Rentals](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences/watersport-rentals) ![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==) In Custer State Park Available at Sylvan Lake Lodge and at Legion Lake Lodge. ![](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. [Learn More](https://www.custerresorts.com/activities/activities-experiences)