The State Game Lodge at Custer State Park Resort

Rich in Black Hills history, our re-purposed Barn and the adjacent Grace Coolidge Creekside Ceremony Lawn make the perfect pair.

Conveniently nestled amongst the pine trees directly west of the Game Lodge lies our brand new Pavilion, a pristine 4,000 square foot gabled roof shelter. With banquet seating for 350+ guests, chose the Pavilion when looking to combine the luxurious beauty of an outdoor event with the convenience of a safe haven from an unexpected Black Hills shower. After dark, enjoy s'mores around the group fire pit.

The State Game Lodge and Restaurant are the former Summer White House for President Calvin Coolidge and remain one of South Dakota's most prestigious buildings.

Our smallest location is a perfect spot for ceremony rehearsals. With subtle rock formations and ponderosa pines framing you, this site comes complete with a natural stone lectern and pine log bench seating.

Say your vows along the peaceful banks of Coolidge Creek with a ceremony at the Grace Coolidge Creekside Ceremony Lawn, which lies within easy walking distance to the Event Barn. With a paved walking path to the Game Lodge and a natural trellis of shade from old oak trees, this lawn can be accented with an arbor or left naturally gorgeous.

For an impressive intimate setting where you can stock the fridge and cook for yourselves, explore nightly rentals at the Reunion Cabin. Friends and family gather effortlessly around the majestic stone two-story fireplace or on the peaceful deck overlooking Grace Coolidge Creek. Most groups prefer to book this as a grand hospitality suite.

Imagine your wedding ceremony on the shore of pristine Sylvan Lake with granite spires rising majestically in the background. After saying "I Do" surrounded by the awe-inspiring views, celebrate with your guest at our all-wood, equally inspiring Auditorium.

A secluded haven surrounded by oak trees that overlooks Coolidge Creek with a flagstone aisle. Featuring a redwood deck that frames a picturesque setting, located only 200 feet from the outdoor Game Lodge Pavilion, the transition from ceremony to reception is seamless and full of natural elegance.

If you are seeking a more modern atmosphere, consider Creekside Lodge. Two adjacent banquet rooms share a patio along Coolidge Creek, and down the hall, find 30 oversized guest rooms. Coolidge Creekside Lawn is adjacent to this facility for a peaceful ceremony location.

The State Game Lodge stands proudly in a valley setting with the hills rising around you. Start your processional down the grand stone steps in front of the Game Lodge to your guests awaiting you on the beautifully-kept front lawn. After "I do", celebrate your marriage in the newly-renovated Event Barn.