Custer State Park Resort
Four independent resorts are located within Custer State Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Each lodge is open May through October, and each is ideally situated for those seeking to take advantage of the many miles of trails located within Custer. Choices are the State Game Lodge, Sylvan Lake Lodge, Legion Lake Lodge or the Blue Bell Lodge. As of 2009, rates at the four lodges ranged between $100 and $200 per night.
Custer State Park Resort
13389 US Highway 16A
Custer, SD 57730
(605) 255-4772
custerresorts.com
Cedar Pass Lodge
Without televisions or telephones, the cabins at the Cedar Pass Lodge offer visitors a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of modern life. The lodge is located within Badlands State Park, offering hikers the ability to be on the trails only minutes after exiting the property. The Cedar Pass Lodge has a dining room on site serving authentic regional cuisine. As of 2009, rates at The Cedar Pass started at $85 per night.
Cedar Pass Lodge
20681 South Dakota Highway 240
Interior, SD 57750
(877) 386-4383
cedarpasslodge.com
The Deadwood Gulch
The Deadwood Gulch is conveniently located for hikers seeking access to the George Mickelson Trail. The Deadwood is also a short drive away from major attractions like Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial. The acclaimed Creekside Restaurant is on site, providing a diverse menu including everything from buffalo burgers to wild boar. The hotel has 90 rooms, with many overlooking Whitewood Creek. The Deadwood Gulch also has a smoke-free casino, allowing you to try your luck after a long day on the trails. As of 2009, room rates started at $75 per night.
The Deadwood Gulch
304 Cliff St.
Deadwood, SD 57732
(800) 695-1876
deadwoodgulch.com
The Hisega Lodge
The Hisega Lodge is a small property catering to those seeking to hike the Mickelson Trail or kayak on nearby Pactola Lake. The lodge contains only eight rooms, allowing for personalized service within a quiet rustic setting. The lodge is open year-round with room rates starting at $99 per night, as of 2009. The Hisega is completely smoke-free.
The Hisega Lodge
23101 Triangle Trail
Rapid City, SD 57702
605-342-8444
hisegalodge.net
