Golden Valley
This is where General Custer and his men struck gold.
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Golden Valley Details
When General George Custer came to the Black Hills in 1874, Golden Valley was where he and his troops established a base camp. It was also where they first discovered gold, setting off the Black Hills gold rush. To get to Golden Valley, take Highway 16a west towards Custer; Goldern Valley is just before the scenic byway turns north on Route 89.
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Nearby Parks Around Golden Valley
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Golden Valley
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1.1 mi away
Gordon Stockade
A statue stands here commemorating the Black Hills gold rush of the 1880s.
2.1 mi away
Bismarck Lake Campground
Located in the heart of the Black Hills, on the northern shores of Bismarck Lake, this campground has 23 sites, five of which are accessible.
2.3 mi away
George S. Mickelson Trail
The Mickelson trail runs 109 miles from Edgemont, S.D., to Deadwood, S.D.
2.3 mi away
Custer, S.D.
Custer, S.D. sits in the heart of the Black Hills National Forest.
2.4 mi away
Custer State Park
Custer State Park offers 71,000 acres of hiking, horseback riding, boating, biking, and wildlife viewing.
