JUST AN AMAZING TOUR. Enjoyed every step of the way. Great experience and recommend it to all.read more

This was the 2nd of two cave tours I went to and it just as cool and interesting. I didn't like…read morethat one of them was denied entrance to the tour because he wore shoes though with closed toe have some holes on the sides and didn't have another one. The staff didn't provide other options or refunds so luckily there was something to do while I was there. Interesting that one young woman did got to come wearing the same shoes and didn't do a thing. Nice tour guide, video and exhibits and gift shop. Also be sure not to have any kind of bags, food/drinks, to be in good physical health and not be afraid of the darkness.

Entry will the state park cost $25 per vehicle and lasts a week. I wanted to go another time again…read moreto hike, but unfortunately we were not able to, especially with the rain. Just driving through the State Park is so beautiful, though. We were lucky enough to see a couple of bison, even if we were not able to see herds of them. I was so excited that we were even able to see a couple walking around. I was a little disappointed that we were not able to see any mountain goats or anything else, but I can understand that we just can't see them from everywhere. Going to the visitor center was also a plus. They have a great movie that you can watch, that shows history and they had lots of people that were asking questions to the rangers. This state park feels as though it's more like a national park, and it's definitely worth visiting.

Our visit to South Dakota was an unforgettable experience from beginning to end. Custer park was…read moreone of our top priorities to visit. Man was it worth it! Every turn along the scenic drives revealed something new and breathtaking--towering mountains, rolling hills, endless grassy plains, crystal-clear lakes and streams, beautiful log cabins, and wildlife roaming freely in their natural habitat. We drove arms reach from bison, and deer. We got out of our car to pet and feed burros, and marveled over other animals right alongside the roadway. The prairie dogs were adorable and funny too. It was an incredible reminder of how special this park truly is. Especially considering I love animals, history, and the artistry of nature. One of the highlights was driving through the famous narrow rock tunnels. The engineering is amazing, and the views framed through the tunnels are simply unforgettable. We also stopped at several cliffside overlooks where the panoramic views stretched as far as the eye could see. Standing there, looking out over the landscape, gave us a true appreciation for the beauty and scale of the Black Hills. Whether you're looking for incredible photography, scenic drives, wildlife viewing, or simply a peaceful escape into nature, Custer State Park delivers on every level. It's one of those places that makes you slow down, take a deep breath, and appreciate God's incredible creation. If you're visiting South Dakota, Custer State Park isn't just worth seeing--it's an experience you'll remember for a lifetime. We can't wait to return.

We did the cave tour only and I was so pleasantly surprised! It's a great value for the amount of…read moreinfo and experience you see on the hour long tour. Katherine was our tour guide and did a great job! Definitely wear slip resistant shoes--you go pretty far in to the cave and it gets slippery! You do about 400 stairs so definitely not great for older folks or little kids, especially because you can't touch the cave walls when you need to steady yourself (theres handrails for the most part but not in every single spot). My 5 year old did great but I imagine younger than 4 would have a hard time and even wearing a kid in a carrier would be difficult. If you can't do a cave tour at any of the other spots nearby, this is a great alternative! Or if you have kids that want to do the other activities the park has to offer, this would be a great option while you wait for them.

We had a great experience touring Rushmore Cave in South Dakota! Mike was an amazing tour…read moreguide,funny, friendly, and knowledgeable, which made the tour even more enjoyable. I would definitely recommend taking the one-hour tour, it was the perfect amount of time and a really cool experience. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

I had a nice time at the place though I didn't get a lot of gold when I did the panning…read more Instructor gave me good directions on how to do. Then went inside the cave tour with some history of the place, low beams and some walking. Guide was nice. Also a nice gift shop and a restaurant across which I had ice cream.

We stopped at this mine while driving through South Dakota to try our hand at gold panning, and it…read moreturned out to be a fantastic experience. The guide did an excellent job explaining the process and was both knowledgeable and patient, making it easy for first-timers to get started. To our surprise, we found seven small flakes of gold! The experience was especially memorable for our two young boys, ages 4 and 5, who had an absolute blast searching for treasure. If you're traveling with kids or just looking for a fun, hands-on activity, this is definitely worth a stop.

Wow! What a National Treasure. A must-see…read more You can easily spend several hours here. Couple walking/hiking trails. A museum, a movie, a cafe, Ice Cream, and a big gift shop. The lighting ceremony starts at 8pm. Plenty of room/seating in the amphitheater. Get there at about 3:30/4:00pm and you will be busy until 8pm.

We stopped at Mount Rushmore while driving through South Dakota, and it's an impressive site that's…read morevery well designed for visitors. The memorial is easy to navigate, with excellent viewpoints, informative exhibits, and a beautiful setting in the Black Hills. We also appreciated learning more about the history of the area. Knowing that the mountain was considered sacred by the Lakota people before it was carved gave us mixed feelings and added important historical context to the visit. If you have the opportunity, be sure to watch the short film in the visitor center. It does a great job explaining the history, construction, and significance of the monument, and it made our visit much more meaningful. Overall, it's a worthwhile stop, especially if you're traveling through the region.

We stayed in Harney View cabin. The cabins are clean, comfortable and well maintained. The…read morekitchen was well stocked. They are close to historic sites, state and National Parks. While there the Milky Way was clearly visible from the porch as well as the Perseid meteor showers. Linda (the ranch owner) stopped by and shared some of her food recommendations and places of interest. There are no TV's or internet but plenty of game's available. Really didn't miss either.

Wow! What a great find! The cabin is exactly what it looks like online. We stayed at the Trails End…read moreand it was perfect for two! The bathroom is renovated and what a nice touch to have a CD player with Bach! Be prepared to see deers and enjoy yourself! Met the owner when we got "lost" checking in and she was very helpful! The ranch admin/coordinator, Jennie, was very pleasant as well! Appreciate her accommodating us with a later checkout since we checked in late. We'll definitely be back with friends and family!

This is a BAIT & SWITCH!! Beware!…read more They shut down some of the attractions due to under staffing yet sell you the package deals assuring you everything will open up or they will refund you for the closed down attraction. The day I went the alpine slide and chairlift were "closed" but since they promised they would refund that portion of it wasn't up and running by the end of the day I went ahead and purchased the Ultimate Pass. After 4 hours in the park we were ready to leave and slide and chairlift were still closed. Went back for refund only to find sales person was gone and current "manager" would not honor what they were saying earlier. I was staying across the street from this location and noticed after they had closed at 6pm, conveniently the chairlift started moving as employees sat at the bottom hanging out. We only wanted to do the slide and climbing attractions which would have been $70 but like I said we purchased the Ultimate pass for $90. We did have a good time and it was a vacation so I'm not gonna complain too much. The staff here at each attraction was really the only reason I'm adding an extra star. They were awesome and really looked out for everyone's safety and made sure everyone was having a good time. JUST DONT GET SUCKED INTO THEIR BAIT AND SWITCH!!!!!

My family did the zip line tour and the Alpine slide. Both were very fun. The harness was…read moredifferent than places we've been in the past. The harness is designed to put you in a seated position making it more comfortable. The experience was really made by the guides: Shane, Miguel, and Edwin. They were great. Pro tip: when on the Alpine slide slow down when the sign says slow down. I slipped off my sled resulting in minor injuries.

4.5 stars Well…read moreworth a visit. You can stop by for lunch or a snack or free wine tastings. Yes, free wine tastings and you get to try 5 different wines. We tried mostly the sweet ones ranging from moscato, pumpkin orange, rhubarb, chokecherries/ elderberries, currants, and plums. 2024 #51

I stopped in on my way to the Black Hills. My cousins had told me that the winery was closing at…read moreend of the year. And, yes that is true. What a beautiful winery and gift store. I bought a lot of bottles to give as gifts to all my cousins who live in SD. I love the Plum Wine! So delicious. I also bought some bags of their local coffee beans for my cousins. I love giving gifts! Of course I couldn't take all my purchases on the plane, lol. Customer service is super helpful and nice! Thank you for the great shopping excursion and best of luck in the future to the owners and employees! Everywhere I went in South Dakota, the people are so genuinely friendly. I think I will move here someday!

Nice beautiful area with clean hotel. Free breakfast with…read moreeggs, sausage, bacon, cereal, toast ,waffles, muffins, fruit, waffles, oatmeal, juice & coffee. Our suite was clean & comfortable. Nice insulation in hotel -no noise. Outdoor patio with fire pits. Indoor pool & hot tub was nice & clean.

Stayed for three nights on a roadtrip Overall the place was clean and the staff very friendly and…read morenice Carpeting In our room and some hallways needed cleaning Also after the first night our air conditioning unit stopped functioning- luckily we were not on the first floor and the weather was mild so we could open our window Breakfast was ok and they have an outdoor seating area which was nice. They have coin laundry on each floor which was convenient and they can make change at the front desk for you WiFi is super slow - especially at night when everyone gets back to the hotel . We had one of our party that needed to do a little bit of work and couldn't . Even just trying to check email or socials was difficult some nights Overall it has a convenient location

It was a super cool experience! The tour guides were very friendly and informative. This cave is…read moreprivately owned, and not going to be the same as wind cave or jewel cave, and that's where I think people review this place wrong. This is a way smaller cave compared to caves in the area, the tour was about 45 minutes to an hour. It was a LOT of fun to though. The history was cool and just learning about some of the geological factors of the cave was really neat. A pro to the cave as well is that this place doesn't do reservations like wind cave or jewel cave where dates are book out pretty far. Wonderland cave does tours by the hour, so just show up before the hour and you can get in! We came in with a group of 20, and they got us all in there and were super accommodating. This place is really fun, don't let the negative reviews push you away!

Caveman Glenn was hilarious and almost guessed my age. Really great thing for the whole family.read more