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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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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14
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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 |
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4.4 mi
7.1 km
Harney Peak #9 (North)
Custer, SD
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4.4 mi 7.1 km | Custer, SD |
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6.1 mi
9.8 km
Norbeck #3
Custer, SD
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6.1 mi 9.8 km | Custer, SD |
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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 |
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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 |
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6
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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 |
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10
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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 |
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6.1 mi
9.9 km
Centennial Trail - Brush Creek TH to Spring Creek TH
Colonial Pine Hills, SD
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6.1 mi 9.9 km | Colonial Pine Hills, SD |
All Clear
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Some Mud - It was a lot of fun, nice mix of forest and meadow, just some mud on the south end of this section.
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