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Custer Trail Boat Launch

The Custer Trail Boat Launch is located on the north side of Deerfield Reservoir. The Custer Trail Campground  and a trailhead for the Deerfield Trail are located near the boat launch.

General Information

Day use only: open 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Mystic District Office

Address: 8221 Mount Rushmore Road Rapid City, SD 57702
Phone: (605) 343-1567
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 44.0237642

Longitude: -103.7974479

Directions

From Hill City go west on Deerfield Road approximately 23 miles to northwest side of lake, turn right or south on Forest Road 417, travel to end of road.  The Custer Trail Boat Launch is located near the Custer Trail Campground and Trailhead.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Last updated April 23rd, 2025