A large herd of American bison graze along the Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway in Custer State Park, South Dakota.

Custer State Park

Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway

Written by: TravelSouthDakota.com Staff Writer

Seeing animals on a screen? That’s okay. Seeing them from your car? Yeah, that’s way better. If you’re looking for wildlife, Custer State Park’s 18-mile Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway is the place to see South Dakota’s most majestic animals — bighorn sheep, pronghorn, deer, elk, coyote, prairie dogs, wild turkey, burros and a herd of 1,300 bison.

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TravelSouthDakota.com Staff Writer. This article was authored by Travel South Dakota's team of writers and editors. We’re passionate about sharing the best of South Dakota, whether it's exploring national and state parks, road-tripping, diving into local culture or uncovering hidden gems. Some of us grew up here, others got here as fast as we could — but we’re all on the lookout for the best spots to eat, stay and experience in the land of Great Faces, Great Places.