Swimming allowed8 miSylvan Lake
Custer State Park, Custer
Legion Lake
Custer State Park, Custer, South DakotaLakeSwimming allowed
Legion Lake in Custer State Park has a beach and swimming is allowed.
- Water
- Lake
- Facilities
- Swimming beach, lodge, restaurant, watercraft rental
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard
- Dogs
- Not allowed on designated swimming beaches.
- Managed by
- South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks
Getting there
Legion Lake is near Custer, South Dakota. Use the coordinates below in your maps app, and check road access with the land manager before you go.
43.7605, -103.4622
Get directionsKnow before you go
- Do not jump from cliffs or rocks into the water.
- Do not bring pets or glass containers to zoned swimming beaches.
- Wear a personal flotation device when on the water.
- Use electric motors only.
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Questions about Legion Lake
Can you swim at Legion Lake?
Yes. Swimming is allowed at Legion Lake in Custer State Park. There is no lifeguard.
Are dogs allowed at Legion Lake?
Not allowed on designated swimming beaches.
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