Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour
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Is Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour worth booking?
Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour is a 2-hour experience in Custer, United States, from $17 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $17 per person
Drive the Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road, where bison roam freely and sweeping landscapes stretch before you. At the Wildlife Station Visitor Center, explore the park’s history and wildlife. The Needles Highway off
What you get
About this experience
Drive the Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road, where bison roam freely and sweeping landscapes stretch before you. At the Wildlife Station Visitor Center, explore the park’s history and wildlife. The Needles Highway offers a winding route through jagged granite spires, showcasing the rugged beauty of the Black Hills. Mount Coolidge provides panoramic views of the entire park, revealing the diverse terrain that defines this stunning natural haven. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.
What's included
Included
- Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
- Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Not included
- Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
What you'll see and do
Next up is the Wildlife Station Visitor Center, a charming cabin with wooden fences. It’s an excellent spot for a pit stop, as we won’t have another restroom opportunity for a while. The center offers restrooms, small exhibits, and info on the park’s wildlife. It’s open daily from 8 AM to 4 PM, and the parking lot will be on our left if you’d like to visit. Note: The tour is over 27 miles long, with more than 25+ audio stories, and takes about 2-3 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
40 minutes here
Next, we’re heading to Blue Bell Stables, the only riding stables in Custer State Park. Open from mid-May to September, it offers both beginner and advanced trail rides. Rides are available in the morning, and while advance booking is recommended, walk-ups are welcome if you arrive 30 minutes early.
30 minutes here
Welcome to Custer State Park’s Wildlife Loop Road! This 18-mile scenic route offers the best chance to spot wildlife like bison, burros, deer, elk, coyotes, prairie dogs, and bighorn sheep. Remember, these are wild animals, so it’s essential to keep your distance—no petting, feeding, or selfies with bison! Stay alert for wildlife crossings and enjoy the beautiful surroundings safely.
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Mount Coolidge
Off to our left is Mount Coolidge, with the Mount Coolidge Lookout and Fire Tower at the top. At 6,023 feet, it offers stunning views of the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, and the Badlands. Back in 1923, it was called Lookout Mountain, and a man named Jack Sheehan once lived here to watch for fires. One day, he had an unforgettable encounter with a bear that turned out to be a pet looking for a friend!
50 minutes here
Legion Lake
We’re approaching Legion Lake, a peaceful spot with a beach, playground, picnic areas, and a half-mile hike around the lake that takes just 15 minutes. But in December 2017, the lake was part of a wildfire that scorched 35,000 acres. Thanks to improved safety measures, we can enjoy the lake without concern today. Parking will be on our right shortly—don’t miss a quick visit!
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Custer
Begin from the Welcome to Custer State Park Sign, U.S. 16A, Custer. After booking the tour, search your emails and texts for "audio tour". Your tour is VALID FOREVER, so follow these instructions NOW to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Do NOT wait until you are onsite.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Travel with Action
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.
- At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
- Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
- Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
- More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
- Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
- Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
- Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
- Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
It was very simple to...
It was very simple to use. It was very beneficial as we toured the state park. I would strongly recommend
Response from the operator: Kurt, thank you for taking my Custer State Park GPS audio driving tour. I’m so glad it was simple to use and helpful as you explored the state park. I really appreciate your strong recommendation. If you're planning more South Dakota adventures, be sure to check out my Black Hills and Mount Rushmore tours. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Great Self guided audio tour
Very user friendly and informative and reasonably priced. We have used Viator many, many times and am always very happy! Looking forward to our Yellowstone and Monument Valley upcoming tours. Love Viator!
Response from the operator: Laura, I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed my Custer State Park GPS Audio Driving Tour. It’s wonderful to know you found it user-friendly, informative, and reasonably priced. I’m also glad you’ve had so many great experiences with Viator, and I hope you enjoy your upcoming Yellowstone and Monument Valley tours just as much. If you're planning more South Dakota adventures, be sure to check out my Black Hills and Mount Rushmore tours. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Great take along.
This application was phenomenal. It knew exactly where we were and popped the information accordingly. I would highly recommend this
Response from the operator: Nancy, I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed my Custer State Park Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour. It’s wonderful to know the app accurately tracked your location and delivered information right when you reached each point of interest. I’m thrilled you found the experience phenomenal and appreciated how seamlessly everything worked throughout your drive. If you're planning more South Dakota adventures, be sure to check out my Black Hills and Mount Rushmore tours as well. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Highly Recommend
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the commentary. It was interesting & learned much more than just driving through the park without a ‘guide’. It works off-line as long as the app has been downloaded beforehand. It was easy to use & easy to find the starting point. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: I'm so happy to hear that you and your husband enjoyed my Custer State Park tour. It's terrific that the commentary added so much value to your experience and helped you learn more about the park. I'm glad the offline feature made it easy for you to enjoy the tour without worrying about signal. If you're planning more South Dakota adventures, be sure to check out my Black Hills and Mount Rushmore tours as well. Happy exploring!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Custer.
How much does Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour cost?
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Prices start at $17 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Custer usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Custer is not rushed.
Is Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Custer, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Custer can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Custer and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Discover Custer State Park A Self Guided Audio Driving Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Custer within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Custer?
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On Outty we rank every Custer experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Black Hills, Wind Cave National Park GPS Audio Tour — Cave Tour Not Included, The Only Full Day - Jeep Bison Safari - W/ Lakeside Picnic Lunch. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Custer?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Custer?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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