Horses and Jeeps in Custer

We started out hiking up to Mount Coolidge Fire tower. Under 2 miles up with about 500ft vertical climbing, but we ended up over 6000ft so we could feel the altitude. Absolutely stunning views from the top. We could see the Badlands off in the distance, and we were even able to see Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse from the summit.
We descended to get back to the riding stables where we went for a ride in the beautiful countryside near our campsite. Crossing streams and climbing up to viewpoints on the horse was a great adventure and workout.
Next we headed out to get some drone footage on one of the near by lakes, and then went off across the park, to catch a jeep ride around the Wildlife loop road (and a few off road adventures) before having a BBQ steak dinner complete with beans and corn bread at Parker Canyon. It was chilly outside, but the food was delicious. Cold ride back to the car and then a warm up back to the campsite made us sleepy.Read more