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    Sylvan Rocks Climbing School & Guide Service

    4.9 (28 reviews)
    Tue 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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    Angelina J.

    Came here with my family for the 4th, and it did not disappoint. Our guides Matt and Amanda were great instructors. We did the beginner class, so it was top rope on an outdoor slab, with 5 climbs for us to try out, and that felt like the perfect amount. Lots of fun, and the whole family really enjoyed. Definitely recommend, coming from a group that has only been climbing indoors for a few years, this was a great experience and introduction to outdoor.

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    Kristine L.

    Brandon & Chris are phenomenal guides! Their philosophy on guiding and instructing made the entire climbing experience positive and productive for the whole family. I trust these guides with my life

    Going BIG with different difficulty routes in no time.
    Lisa N.

    What a great excision in Custer. My daughters (12, 14 and 16) were given the choice between biking, ATVIng, and horseback riding. They unanimously chose climbing and I'm so happy that we chose Sylvan Rocks as out outfitter. Chris, Ryan and Bears were able to meet you at your level and provide you with the safe knowledge and comfort to start small and climb BIG! at the end of 4 hours. *CLIMBING EXPERIENCE IS NOT NEEDED! They will meet you where you're at. At the end of the 4 hours we easily climbed 6-7 different paths up the spires. I can't speak highly enough of this outfitter. They were A-amazing! You can't go wrong with them.

    We had a great time learning how to climb safely. My boys are 12 and 14 so we chose to do a group setting with four others. Matt was extremely patient with these younger children and also helped my boys at their level. We appreciated his ability to instruct to each age, patience, support when needed and praises when they hit their goals. Tons of positive things to say about him as an instructor and this company! We will be back for one on one lessons to help them advance their climbing. THANK YOU MATT!

    We can't say enough good about this company. Bears and Ryan were incredible, this was our favorite part of our trip.

    We found a robin nest!!!

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    Great experience and great guide. He made sure my son was comfortable with everything we did and got us up our first multipitch route.

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    Wrinkled Rock Climbing Area

    Wrinkled Rock Climbing Area

    5.0(2 reviews)
    10.3 mi

    This place is a hidden gem. Honestly, if you were driving super fast and wasn't paying attention,…read moreyou'd probably miss the entrance. Luckily, sister was with me so she was able to guide to me. There are a lot of rock climbers in the area and camping here is completely FREE. There are two pad for tents but people pretty much camp whereever they like. There are hiking trails nearby and trails to climbing areas. Stayed here for a week and a half and I felt like I didn't get to explore it enough. I really didn't want to come home. No woods or fire allow so don't even bother bringing them. You might also want to consider bringing your own toilet papers too. There are toilet papers, however, so many people stop by that by midday or evening there's hardly any left. Behind the bathroom, you can scramble to the top for the perfect sunset view. I must say, my favorite climb from Wrinkle Rock is the Second Hand Rose Arete. It's bolted (sport climb) and would highly recommend it! It's fun one! This place also isnt far from the Needles, Middle Earth, Custer state park. We drove up every morning and I had a blast. Sylvan lake is gorgeous and while you're at it hike to Black Elk Peak (Harney Peak), you won't regret it! Just make sure you bring LOTS of water! Northwest from Wrinkled Rock, there's Horsethief Lake which is absolutely gorgeous. I was soo jealous of the little kids on paddleboard. Definitely stop by!

    Located RIGHT outside Mount Rushmore, this climbing area has FREE camping areas. There were only…read moreabout 3 sleeping pads (about 10ft X 10ft) and they are on a first come, first serve basis. The idea is low impact camping: no fires, pit toilet, ect. We spent one night here on our way through the area and it was perfect.

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    Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 07.04.24 July 4th at Keystone SD

    Mount Rushmore National Memorial

    4.4(786 reviews)
    10.4 mi

    I definitely recommend putting this on something you go and visit in your lifetime. It is a very…read moreamazing monument from the time you walk up through the main gate you can start to see the monument and it's just amazing at the work that was put into it they have lined the pathway with the flags from all 50 states and it just kinda gives you this amazing walk up experience and that if you haven't seen you early enjoy. My family and I spent about an hour and a half there which is a great amount of time you can walk up get some great photos plenty of park Rangers around to talk to get directions and tell you a little bit more about the park They do offer videos certain times of the day that are very informative. They have a full-blown theater at the foot of the mountain, which is really amazing when people can perform and things like that which I had no idea that was there until later. And then they have this amazing easy to travel trail. You can do about 50% of it with the stroller and get close up to the monument and take a great photo but then there comes an area where it says I have almost 450 steps so we stopped right there and turned back, but it does do a loop around the whole area with spectacular views. I definitely think that this is a great place to go and visit really peaceful place well-maintained. They do have restaurants and gift shops there so if you're ever in South Dakota, go and give this place a visit

    Last summer, June 2025 - completed my quest to visit all 50 states. ND and SD were my last two -…read moreand no visit to SD would be complete if you didn't stop off to see Mount Rushmore. I don't remember how much parking was. There are signs there. Or check the site. Just follow the signs, grab a ticket and pay for it at one of the kiosks. It's not rocket science. You'll figure it out. Usual shops for gifts and things but know it's tourists' prices. Multiple exhibits where you can learn about how the memorial came to be before taking a walk on the trail that gives you a closer look. Don't forget to grab some shots of the way leading up to the memorial of all 50 states' flags and plaques. Admission is free - and check the site for different events like lighting ceremonies. Didn't catch that but maybe next time. I say that because I can see myself visiting the area again. Lots to see and do out there.

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