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Access Site SD

Legion Lake

Upper Grace Coolidge Creek

Source: south_dakota_game__fish_and_parks Updated 1 year ago

City: Custer, SD
County: Custer County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.76160468, -103.46390738
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About This Access Site
Legion Lake, located in Custer State Park near Custer, South Dakota, offers a convenient boat ramp for kayakers, canoeists, and small boaters accessing Upper Grace Coolidge Creek. The ramp is situated on the banks of this scenic waterway in the heart of the Black Hills, providing access to a small lake environment surrounded by the park's natural beauty and rock formations.

A **South Dakota state park entrance license is required** to use this boat ramp. The site features accessible facilities including a fishing dock and nearby amenities. Legion Lake Campground is located directly across US Highway 16A, offering campsites and cabins for overnight stays. The Coolidge General Store, just 1 mile east, provides fuel, fishing licenses, and supplies. The area is ideal for paddlers looking for calm water recreation, with nearby hiking, swimming, and fishing opportunities available throughout the park.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access

Lakota Lake is a small lake located southeast of Keystone SD, on US Highway 16A.

Nearby Campgrounds (2 within 10 miles)
IRON CREEK HORSE CAMP
On-site Reservable
HORSETHIEF LAKE CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
Wind Cave National Park Located within
Mount Rushmore National Memorial Located within