Custer & Crazy Horse

Custer

Custer is located near many of the Black Hills best attractions. Situated on the edge of Custer State Park, one of the largest state parks in America. This uncrowded mountain town is a natural playground for all adventure seekers. Plus, you’re just minutes from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, and Jewel Cave National Monument. Though there were French fur trappers and traders in the Custer area by 1796, there was no town of Custer until August 10, 1875. When it came to naming the town, veterans of the Civil War who had served in the Union Army suggested the name of Custer to honor the general who had made a reputation for himself. Veterans of the Confederate Army suggested the town to be named Stonewall in honor of Stonewall Jackson. A vote was taken to decide the matter – although the number was close to half and half – the name of Custer won.

City Information

Custer Chamber of Commerce – This uncrowded mountain town is a natural playground for all adventure seekers. Minutes, not Miles, from Adventure.


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Arts/Museums

1881 Courthouse Museum – Preserving Black Hills history from General Custer’s 1874 Expedition to today

Parks/Attractions

Black Hills Play House  – Creating inclusive performing arts experiences as South Dakota’s leading professional and educational theatre.

Crazy Horse Memorial – Crazy Horse is the world’s largest mountain carving located in the Black Hills of South Dakota. It is considered The Eighth Wonder of the World in progress.

Custer State Park – The granite peaks and rolling plains are calling. The clear mountain waters are inviting and the open ranges are waiting to be discovered. Bring your family to Custer State Park and let yourself run wild.

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