Custer State Park

Images of America: South Dakota

by Tom Domek

Custer State Park is one of the largest and most beautiful state parks in the nation. From towering granite spires and pine-draped mountains to trout streams and remote savanna, the park offers scenic wonders and recreational opportunities seldom matched on the Northern Great Plains. First established as a state forest in 1912, today the park is home to one of the largest bison herds in the country, as well as other rare flora and fauna. Prior to settlement, the Black Hills were Lakota territory. After gold was discovered along French Creek in 1874, the government waged war on the Lakota, forcing them onto reservations, and settlers rushed to the region. Photos and narrative in this book provide an intriguing overview of the park's rich natural and social history. Whether the subject is Cathedral Spires or Sylvan Lake, General George Custer or Black Elk, Custer State Park will engage those who value history and the last few unspoiled places left in the country.

130 pages, Hardcover

First published May 16, 2005

Reviews

[Lesley Looper · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed learning more about the history of Custer State Park. I stayed there 20+ years ago, but didn't know much about it before stopping over for a night. Now I'd like to go back, thanks to this book! Cool photos, too.

[Stella Raasch · Rating 5 out of 5]

I purchased this book while visiting the park, which possesses such a unique beauty! This book provides details about the formation of the park, along with a plethora of pictures. Please note, it does not have pages of text to read. Instead, it is comprised of pictures with excerpts describing the photos.

[Lee Bartholomew · Rating 5 out of 5]

I generally love the series. So this one actually has alot more wording to it.. But it's somewhat a picture book. If you've read one of them you know how they are.