Swimming allowed8 miLegion Lake
Custer State Park, Custer
Sylvan Lake
Custer State Park, Custer, South DakotaLakeSwimming allowed
Sylvan Lake in Custer State Park has a swimming beach and swimming is allowed.
- Water
- Lake
- Facilities
- Swimming beach, campground, canoe and kayak opportunities
- Lifeguard
- No lifeguard
- Dogs
- Not allowed on designated swimming beaches.
- Managed by
- South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks
Getting there
Approach via South Dakota Highway 89 north from US Highway 16A in Custer; large vehicles should avoid Needles Highway.
43.8462, -103.5624
Get directionsRules to know 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 Sylvan Lake
Can you swim at Sylvan Lake?
Yes. Swimming is allowed at Sylvan Lake in Custer State Park. There is no lifeguard.
Are dogs allowed at Sylvan Lake?
Not allowed on designated swimming beaches.
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