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 Brookside Motel by Belvilla Keystone Near Mt.Rushmore

The Brookside Motel by Belvilla Keystone Near Mt.Rushmore

2.5 out of 5
Price was $534, price is now $444 per person
$444
per person
Oct 24 - Oct 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Austin (AUS) to Rapid City (RAP)
6.6/10 (945 reviews)
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Not a new luxury hotel, but clean, quiet, comfortable, and close to and convenient to everything in Keystone, Custer State Park, the Badlands, Rapid City etc. at a very reasonable price. Left us with more money to do things in the area! All guests were convivial and host was awesome.

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort

The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort

3 out of 5
Price was $689, price is now $559 per person
$559
per person
Oct 24 - Oct 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Austin (AUS) to Rapid City (RAP)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,239 reviews)
Loved the pool area however no jets in hot tub

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

Teton Cabin

Teton Cabin

4 out of 5
Price was $1,404, price is now $1,162 per person
$1,162
per person
Oct 24 - Oct 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Austin (AUS) to Rapid City (RAP)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Reviews of Needles Eye

4.8
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 86%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 13%
3 - Okay
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2 - Disappointing
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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

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

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

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

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

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.
Rustic Rock Haven - Horses Welcome

Rustic Rock Haven - Horses Welcome

Custer
Rustic Rock Haven - Horses Welcome
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
Lodge at Palmer Gulch

Lodge at Palmer Gulch

2 out of 5
12620 HWY 244, Hill City, SD
Lodge at Palmer Gulch
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
Hottub Hideaway: Firepit + Sauna + Views + Wildlife

Hottub Hideaway: Firepit + Sauna + Views + Wildlife

Custer
Hottub Hideaway: Firepit + Sauna + Views + Wildlife
Little Joy: Needle Spire Views + Sauna + Wildlife

Little Joy: Needle Spire Views + Sauna + Wildlife

Custer
Little Joy: Needle Spire Views + Sauna + Wildlife
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