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Custer State Park

Custer State Park holds 71,000 acres of beautiful land and is home to an endless supply of world class granite. These granite formations hold some of the best rock climbing in the United States. Custer State Park was the first state park in South Dakota, and to this day remains the largest state park. Custer State Park is loaded with hiking trails, scenic drives, and wildlife.

Devils Tower National Monument

Devils Tower, the nation’s first national monument, is located just outside of Hulett, Wyoming. Devils Tower is a sacred landmark to many Native American Tribes, and thus deserves high respect when visiting and climbing. Devils Tower was formed from magma cooling under the surface of the Earth, as the soil eroded away, it left behind Devils Tower. The tower boasts some of the greatest crack climbing in the world and is home to over 140 different climbing routes.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Mount Rushmore is arguably one of the most visited national parks in the country. The granite carving houses the faces of past presidents; George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. Aside from the tourist attraction of the park, it is also home to 1,278 acres of beautiful forest, loaded with some of the best granite rock climbing in the country.

Palisades State Park

Palisades State Park, located just north of Sioux Falls, South Dakota is a truly beautiful destination. Palisades is home to Split Rock Creek, which flows through the middle of the park, and forms vertical cliffs on either side. These cliffs, made of Sioux Quartzite, are home to the best rock climbing in Eastern South Dakota.

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5 stars

Friendly, fun, down to earth people. Booked a three day rock climbing tour of the Black Hills. My experience was custom tailored to me and Brandon made sure I was comfortable climbing every route, we made a game plan each day. Even before traveling to SD he made sure things were in place and communicated any questions or issues I had. Stellar customer service and guiding! I can not thank them enough for helping me become a better climber and for a life time experience I will never forget. Will book again. Photos attached are from climbing spire 3 in the Cathedral Spires area.

5 stars

What a great excision in Custer at Lake Sylvan. My daughters (12, 14 and 16) were given the choice between biking, ATVIng, and horseback riding. They unanimously chose climbing and I’m so happy that we chose Sylvan Rocks as our outfitter. Chris, Ryan and Bears were able to meet you at your level and provide you with the safe knowledge and comfort to start small and climb BIG! at the end of 4 hours. *CLIMBING EXPERIENCE IS NOT NEEDED! They will meet you where you’re at. At the end of the 4 hours we easily climbed confident and successfully up 6-7 different paths up the spires. I can’t speak highly enough of this outfitter. They were A-amazing! You can’t go wrong with them.

5 stars

Just finished our fourth trip out with Sylvan Rocks. They planted the climbing bug in my son in 2014, and we have climbed with them every chance we got. Each time, their guides -- looking at you Shankar -- upped our climbing game with thoughtfully planned climbing expeditions that were fun and challenging. These guys will take you to unbelievable places, and will do it safely and professionally.

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Accredited by the American Mountain Guides Association

As the only AMGA Accredited Guide Service in the area, we are committed to a high standard of climbing professionalism. The AMGA is an internationally recognized association offering courses, exams and certifications designed to certify guides and instructors as well as accredit businesses.

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