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Can you hike with dogs in Custer State Park?

Custer State Park offers 71,000 acres of amazing views and dog-friendly outdoor experiences in Custer, SD. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the park.



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So… sadly, like many of our beautiful national parks, the actual Mount Rushmore monument does not allow dogs unless your poochie is a service dog.

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Leashed dogs are welcome in the pet-friendly Black Hills National Forest in Custer, SD. The forest is made up of rugged rock formations, canyons, gulches, open grassland parks, streams and lakes.

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Sylvan Lake, Custer State Park, Custer Situated within Custer State Park, Sylvan Lake is one of South Dakota's most beautiful dog-friendly areas. Rock towers and deep green pines rise from crystal clear waters, creating a picture-perfect background for a day on the water.

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Leashes - Pets must be on a leash no longer than 10 feet at all times. Outside of campgrounds and day use areas - Pets must be under immediate control and more than 200 feet from other park guests.

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Bringing a four-legged friend? Pets are permitted in Badlands National Park with some restrictions. Pets must be kept on a leash no more than six feet in length at all times.

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Pets are allowed in public areas, parking lots and within 100 feet of any road. They must be on a leash that is not longer than 6 feet in length at all times. Visitors are not allowed to tie their pet to trees or other objects and leave them unattended.

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All pets must be under physical restraint, no more than 6 foot long leash, while in the park. If you are traveling with your pet while visiting Devils Tower and you must leave it in your vehicle: try to park in the shade (the gravel parking lot has some spots with shade) provide proper ventilation.

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