Sylvan Lake, South Dakota, United States
5.0 (1.985 reviews) Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #6 in Custer Bodies of Water
beautiful lake
This lake, situated within the rolling green hills of Custer State Park, is a great spot for a fun day out. The cool waters of the lake are perfect for kayaking, paddle boating, and swimming, and if you're looking for an adventure, you can go on a hike or climb the rocks surrounding the lake. The best time to visit is from late spring to early fall when the weather is warm, and the park is in full swing. The lake is typically a stop on a tour of Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and Custer State Park. – Tripadvisor
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, Custer, South Dakota, United States.
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http://gfp.sd.gov/state-parks/directory/custer
Current local date and time now
Saturday, May 04, 2024, 13:15
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5.0 based on (1.985 reviews)
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5Marilyn167 5:00 PM Sep 21, 2021
Beautiful lake
This is a pleasant place for a picnic or short walk around the lake. Be aware that it is part of Custer State Park and you will have to pay the entrance fee. There are kyaks available to take on the lake but you need to bring your own life jackets. There is also a small beach area and the kids who were swimming the day I visited were having a ball. It is also the starting point of the Black Elk peak trail which some of my party took and they loved it!
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4WaJello 5:00 PM Aug 14, 2020
Nice lake, fee could be less
After paying a $25 park entrance fee, which is good for 7 days, we stopped by Sylvan Lake to have some lunch. It’s a beautiful lake and I wish we could have brought our Paddleboards (you can and they also have water things to rent). Make sure to bring a bathing suit and hiking boots as there are many great hiking trails around and plenty of room to social distance.
