Bearded Buffalo Resort
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- Peaceful resort a couple of miles outside of Custer State Park
- Within 20 minutes’ drive of three Black Hills lakes
- Five minutes’ drive from restaurants and stores in Custer town
If your idea of a stunning time in South Dakota could easily include canoeing on pristine lakes and dining on burgers after a day on the trails, get settled in at Bearded Buffalo Resort.
Just five minutes’ drive away from the tourist town of Custer and a couple of miles outside of Custer State Park, this is just the spot for an outdoorsy break with plenty of modern conveniences to look forward to at the end of the day.
Custer State Park’s granite peaks and mountain lakes are excellent for activities like hiking, biking, climbing, swimming and fishing – and conveniently there are also three Black Hills lakes within 20 minutes’ drive of Bearded Buffalo Resort. There is plenty of wildlife to spy on in the state park, from a large bison herd to antelope and bighorn sheep.
In Custer, descend upon burger joints, gastro pubs and bars on the main street to refuel after a day in the outdoors. If you fancy some snacks by the fire, stop by a shop before heading back to base; firepits are permitted on site. In summer, there are performances at the Black Hills Playhouse, a historic stock theatre 20 minutes’ drive away from the site.
Site type
35
4Opens 22 May
The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.- The site only allows dogs up to 18kg.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 22 May to
Pitch types & availability
Buffalo Bungalow 2 bedroom cabin
6 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsDimensions: 12.2m width x 12.2m length (40.0ft width x 40.0ft length) Calculated area: 148.6m² (1600.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$454.37 (US$454.37) 1 night, 2 adults
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Custer's Retreat 2 bedroom cabin
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 2 bedroomsDimensions: 12.2m width x 12.2m length (40.0ft width x 40.0ft length) Calculated area: 148.6m² (1600.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$469.58 (US$469.58) 1 night, 2 adults
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Hills Hideaway 3 bedroom cabin
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 3 bedroomsDimensions: 13.4m width x 13.4m length (44.0ft width x 44.0ft length) Calculated area: 179.9m² (1936.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$484.80 (US$484.80) 1 night, 2 adults
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Rushmore 3 bedroom cabin
7 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch 3 bedroomsDimensions: 13.4m width x 13.4m length (44.0ft width x 44.0ft length) Calculated area: 179.9m² (1936.0ft²)
Arrival daysFrom US$876.12 (US$876.12) 2 nights, 2 adults
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular sceneryUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Medium (26-50 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Seasonal pitchesLocation
Bearded Buffalo Resort
12427 Highway 16A
Custer
South Dakota
USA
57730
Directions Timezone
America/Denver Mountain Daylight Time (GMT-06:00)
GPS
43.76867°N
-103.5713°W
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Want to spot some wildlife without putting too much strain on the joints? The 18-mile Wildlife Loop Road (25 minutes’ drive) is your best friend. Driving this route gives you the chance to see antelope, buffalo and elk; animals are usually particularly active around dawn and dusk.
Gorgeous Wind Cave National Park (20 minutes) is another great place for outdoorsy days out. Look out for bison and elk on trails such as the Rankin Ridge or take a guided tour with a park ranger into the Wind Cave chambers. With forests and grasslands, the landscapes are simply spectacular.
A few more things to tick off your bucket list are the Crazy Horse Memorial (10 minutes), a new monument that shows a war leader Crazy Horse pointing towards his tribal lands, and the Mount Rushmore National Memorial (35 minutes), an older mountain sculpture (of former presidents) finished in 1941.
The Needles Highway (under half an hour’s drive), well known for its spectacular pine and spruce forests and views of granite mountains, crosses through the Custer State Park too.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Bearded Buffalo Resort have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Bearded Buffalo Resort dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Bearded Buffalo Resort? Want to spot some wildlife without putting too much strain on the joints? The 18-mile Wildlife Loop Road (25 minutes’ drive) is your best friend. Driving this route gives you the chance … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Bearded Buffalo Resort?
Read moreOn-site accommodation Arrive: 4 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 10 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Bearded Buffalo Resort? From €400.70 (for 1 night, 6 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.