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Legion Lake Lodge

Named for the American Legion Post that once leased the land, Legion Lake Lodge is a quiet lakeside retreat, featuring cabins, casual dining, and limitless adventure. Legion Lake is located on the southern portion of the Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway near Mt. Coolidge and Badger Hole.

About Legion Lake Lodge

Legion Lake Lodge is a resort area within Custer State Park, complete with cabins, a restaurant, store, and activities. It's perfect for summer picnics, lazy days at the beach, and treks into the outdoors. You can fish, boat, and swim at Legion Lake, or rent a variety of watercraft vehicles. You can also pick up fishing licenses, park passes, and all the supplies you might need at the Legion Lake General Store.

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Cabins

Effortlessly accessible yet expertly hidden along Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway, Legion Lake Lodge's cabins are well worth the wait. Beach access is a short walk away, and the row of sleeping cabins up top feature novelty library ladder lofts and close neighbors for intimate group gatherings around the campfire. Softly showered on the other side of the hill, cabins feature kitchens, decks and/or lake views. Delight in quaint, intimate, breezy days at the beach with hiking, snacks and a canoe. Make a stay at Legion Lake yours.

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Dining and General Store

Dockside Grill, our property restaurant, offers some of the only lakeside dining in the Black Hills. Our menu features quality family-friendly entrees with full tableside service, both inside and on the Deck. If you prefer to stay cool indoors, floor-to-ceiling windows await at every seat, and check out gifts & apparel at the store inside while you wait.

Open seasonally from May through the end of September.

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Legion Lake Lodge Area Map

These lodge area maps are also found in our Tatanka Guide.

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Legion Lake Lodge Activities

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Watersport Rentals

In Custer State Park

Available at Sylvan Lake Lodge and at Legion Lake Lodge.

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Mount Coolidge Lookout Tower

In Custer State Park

Along the way to Blue Bell Lodge, stop at Mount Coolidge Lookout Tower for a taste of history and an impressive view.

Hiking

In Custer State Park

World-class hiking. Custer State Park is home to dozens of premiere trails for hikers of all skill levels.

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Wildlife

In Custer State Park

What makes wildlife viewing in Custer State Park so unique? Accessibility. Whether by foot, on tour, or from your own vehicle, the viewing opportunities never cease.

Shopping

In Custer State Park

No matter which lodge you find yourself drawn to exploring, our Custer State Park Resort stores have you covered.

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Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour

In Custer State Park

Take an unforgettable safari through the park in search of pronghorns, elk, and the noble buffalo.

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Needles Highway

In Custer State Park

A spectacular Custer State Park drive through pine and spruce forest meadows surrounded by rugged granite mountain spires.

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Black Hills Playhouse

In Custer State Park

Operated independently, the Black Hills Playhouse is barrels of fun and located in Custer State Park.

When staying at Legion Lake Lodge, you don't have to go far for adventure. Our central location makes it easy for you to explore popular actives around the property and in the surrounding hills.

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Lakeside Dining

Dockside Grill, our property restaurant, offers some of the only lakeside dining in the Black Hills. Our menu features quality family-friendly entrees with full tableside service, both inside and on the Deck. If you prefer to stay cool indoors, floor-to-ceiling windows await at every seat.

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