Sylvan lake is known as the "crown jewel" of Custer State Park. Sylvan Lake is a beautiful lake located at an elevation of 6,145 ft. This lake has something for everyone. There is a family-friendly 1-mile trail that goes around the perimeter of the lake.
Sylvan Lake also has picnic areas, small boat rentals, swimming, and rock climbing. With some of the most beautiful scenery in Custer State Park Sylvan lake is a must see for anyone visiting the park.
Short Walk: Sylvan lake is just a short walk from the parking lot. Visitors can easily transport supplies for a picnic to the lake.
Gem Type: Lake
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7.9 mi
12.7 km
Black Elk Peak Loop
Custer, SD
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7.9 mi 12.7 km | Custer, SD |
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20
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0.9 mi
1.4 km
Cathedral Spires Trail
Custer, SD
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0.9 mi 1.4 km | Custer, SD |
Minor Issues
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Muddy, Snowy, Icy, Fallen Trees - Patches of snow and ice. A few fallen trees.
46 days ago
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3
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1.0 mi
1.6 km
Sylvan Lake Shore Trail
Custer, SD
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1.0 mi 1.6 km | Custer, SD |
Minor Issues
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Muddy, Snowy, Icy, Fallen Trees - Patches of snow and ice. A few fallen trees.
46 days ago
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6
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3.3 mi
5.4 km
Harney Peak #9 (South)
Custer, SD
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3.3 mi 5.4 km | Custer, SD |
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12
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106.2 mi
171.0 km
Centennial Trail
Sturgis, SD
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106.2 mi 171.0 km | Sturgis, SD |
Unknown
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1
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6.1 mi
9.8 km
Norbeck #3
, SD
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6.1 mi 9.8 km | , SD |
Unknown
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1
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3.0 mi
4.9 km
Sunday Gulch Trail
Custer, SD
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3.0 mi 4.9 km | Custer, SD |
Minor Issues
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Muddy, Snowy, Icy, Fallen Trees - Patches of snow and ice. A few fallen trees.
46 days ago
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13
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3.0 mi
4.9 km
Lover's Leap Trail
Custer, SD
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3.0 mi 4.9 km | Custer, SD |
Unknown
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7
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2.4 mi
3.8 km
Little Devils Tower Trail #4
Custer, SD
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2.4 mi 3.8 km | Custer, SD |
Minor Issues
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Muddy, Snowy, Icy, Fallen Trees - Patches of snow and ice. A few fallen trees.
46 days ago
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2
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113.3 mi
182.3 km
Mickelson Trail
Deadwood, SD
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113.3 mi 182.3 km | Deadwood, SD |
Unknown
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1
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