Needles Eye Tours

Photo by Lynn Glashauser
Photo by Lynn Glashauser
Photo by Rossette Ocampo
Photo by Rossette Ocampo
Photo by Dan Vang
Photo by Dan Vang
You'll be amazed by the unique rock formations that comprise Needles Eye. This landscape shows nature is truly an artist.

Make tracks to Custer, pay the admission fee and discover why Needles Eye is a favorite among visitors. Consider sticking around a while, because there are some other worthwhile attractions near this geological formation. Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial and Sylvan Lake are our top picks.

Plan a trip to see Needles Eye

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The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort

The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort

3 out of 5
per person
Jul 19 - Jul 23
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
St. Louis (STL) to Rapid City (RAP)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,035 reviews)
Great staff and environment

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

The Landmark Hotel and Casino

The Landmark Hotel and Casino

2 out of 5
per person
Jun 27 - Jun 30
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (LAX) to Rapid City (RAP)
10/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Beautiful rooms- they have kept as much of the original building intact yet updated the rooms to feel romantically elegant. The perfect marriage of history and modern architecture.

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2025

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore

2 out of 5
per person
Jul 13 - Jul 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Rapid City (RAP)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,560 reviews)
This motel was all about customer service. Good hot breakfast different items in different days. Stayed for two days because of fog. They offered to let us keep the room on day three until 12:00 and the fog lifted so we could see the monument. We didn’t ask they offered.

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Reviews of Needles Eye

4.8
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
55
5 - Excellent 86%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 13%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 2%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The 8'-0" (2.44 meter) wide tunnel. The scenery is awesome.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Spectacular drive, another must see!

Popular places to visit

A gorgeous lake.

Sylvan Lake

4.5/5(442 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sylvan Lake during your travels in Custer. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.

Sylvan Lake
Crazy Horse Memorial

Crazy Horse Memorial

4.5/5(916 reviews)

Find out about the history of Custer when you take a trip to Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.

Crazy Horse Memorial
Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore

4.5/5(1,529 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.

Mount Rushmore
Mount Rushmore featuring outdoor art and art

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Black Elk Peak

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Black Elk Peak during your travels in Hill City. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the horseback riding.

Black Elk Peak

Needles Highway

5/5(35 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Needles Highway during your stay in Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horseback riding.

Needles Highway

Best Lodging Options Near Needles Eye

Rustic Rock Haven - Horses Welcome
Rustic Rock Haven - Horses Welcome
Custer
Rustic Rock Haven - Horses Welcome
Grandpa’s Place. Exclusive, Stunning, Private Log Home. Firepit & Pond.
Grandpa’s Place. Exclusive, Stunning, Private Log Home. Firepit & Pond.
Custer
Grandpa’s Place. Exclusive, Stunning, Private Log Home. Firepit & Pond.
Papa’s Place on Willow Creek
Papa’s Place on Willow Creek
Custer
Papa’s Place on Willow Creek
Hottub Haven: Sauna + Firepit + Enjoy Wildlife
Hottub Haven: Sauna + Firepit + Enjoy Wildlife
Custer
Hottub Haven: Sauna + Firepit + Enjoy Wildlife
Mountain View Gem: Firepit + Sauna + Enjoy Wildlife
Mountain View Gem: Firepit + Sauna + Enjoy Wildlife
Custer
Mountain View Gem: Firepit + Sauna + Enjoy Wildlife
Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna
Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna
Custer
Hobbit Hole: Needle Spire Views + Firepit + Sauna
Lodge at Palmer Gulch
Lodge at Palmer Gulch
2 out of 5
12620 HWY 244, Hill City, SD
Lodge at Palmer Gulch
Hottub Hideaway: Firepit + Sauna + Views + Wildlife
Hottub Hideaway: Firepit + Sauna + Views + Wildlife
Custer
Hottub Hideaway: Firepit + Sauna + Views + Wildlife
Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room
Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room
Custer
Pondside Lodge: Hottub + Sauna + Firepit + Game Room
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.