• Needles Highway - Embark on a luxurious journey along Needles Highway, a premium, curated tour that highlights the Black Hills’ most exclusive views, including towering granite spires and cathedral peaks.

Your itinerary features a stop at the iconic Needles Eye formation for private photography. Relax as your expert guide skillfully navigates the switchbacks and the historic, hand-carved Iron Creek Tunnel.

The highlight of your tour is an extended visit to the pristine Sylvan Lake. Known for its stunning beauty, this alpine oasis provides a peaceful retreat. Enjoy the shoreline walking trail, ideal for capturing serene reflections and majestic boulder formations.

• Iron Mountain Road - Discover America’s most ingeniously designed scenic drive on this unforgettable journey along Iron Mountain Road. Connecting Custer State Park and Mount Rushmore National Memorial, this 17-mile marvel was crafted to slow you down, offering dramatic views, historic architecture, and an immersive Black Hills experience. Perfect for photographers, nature enthusiasts, and engineering aficionados alike.
• Wildlife Loop Road - Stretching 18 miles through pristine prairies and pine-dotted hills, the Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park is one of the top spots in North America to observe iconic Western wildlife in their natural environment.

From the comfort and safety of your special vehicle, you’ll encounter the park’s renowned herd of 1,400 free-roaming bison, often leading to thrilling, close-up “bison jams” right on the road! Keep an eye out for pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep, elk, and prairie dogs. For nature lovers, this drive offers a front-row seat to the untamed spirit of the American West.

A popular stop on this route includes an encounter with the park’s famous wild burros. These friendly, curious animals are familiar with our vehicles and approach us first, expecting their favorite treat. This unique interaction provides unmatched photo opportunities for travelers of all ages. They are descendants of working burros used for trail rides up Harney Peak in the 1920s and later set free.

• Stockade Lake - Stockade Lake is the largest and most tranquil lake in Custer State Park. Offering a serene atmosphere and a welcome escape from the crowds, it is an ideal destination for a peaceful afternoon gourmet picnic by the water.
• Mount Coolidge Fire Lookout Tower - Enhance your trip with a scenic drive up to Mount Coolidge Lookout. Situated on a 6,023-foot peak just north of Blue Bell Lodge, this historic tower was hand-built from native stone by the Civilian Conservation Corps. It is not just a monument; it is a fully operational fire lookout and communication hub. From the top, you will enjoy unmatched views of Custer State Park. Look across the pine forest to spot Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse, then turn eastward to see the jagged spires of the Badlands 60 miles away. Black Hills Open Top Tours is one of the exclusive tour companies that feature this stunning stop.
• Custer State Park Visitor Center - Discover the rich heritage, presidential secrets, and wildlife legacies hidden within one of America’s premier state parks. This journey takes you through four essential historic landmarks:

State Game Lodge: renowned for its grand, historic character. It served as the “Summer White House” for President Calvin Coolidge in 1927 and later hosted President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953.

Bison Center: Engaging, interactive, and dynamic interpretive displays of the North American Bison of the Great Plains. This modern facility offers immersive exhibits and an introductory film that explores the deep history of the prairie and its most iconic resident, the American bison.

Badger Hole: Explore the rustic, three-room cabin hand-built by Charles Badger Clark Jr., South Dakota’s very first poet laureate. Nestled in the woods, this historic home offers an intimate glimpse into the life of the writer behind legendary cowboy poems like “A Cowboy Prayer” and “Ridin’.”

• Private transportation
• Expert local driver/guide
• Lunch
• Snacks
• Bottled water
• Alcoholic beverages

• Gratuities

Discover Custer State Park with the ultimate luxury, crowd-free open-air safari experience.

• Luxury Vehicles: Select from a Mercedes Caleche Sprinter, Lincoln Executive Limo, or a Specialized Jeep Gladiator.

• 100% Private & Customizable: Enjoy the freedom to set your own pace and take your time observing wildlife.

• Iconic Routes: Travel along Needles Highway and Iron Mountain Road without any stress.

• Unobstructed Views: Capture perfect, window-free photographs of 1,400 free-roaming bison.

• Premium Dining: Enjoy a specially curated lakeside picnic.

• Beat the Heat: Smart scheduling avoids the intense afternoon sun, offering the best times for wildlife viewing.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.