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Custer, South Dakota
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Sylvan Lake Beach was used as a filming location for the 2007 movie 'National Treasure: Book of Secrets,' starring Nicolas Cage.
Sylvan Lake was created in 1881 when a dam was built across Sunday Gulch Creek.
Sylvan Lake Beach is located within Custer State Park, which spans over 71,000 acres and is home to a diverse range of wildlife.
Visitors can enjoy swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding on the lake, as well as hiking trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding Black Hills.
The area around Sylvan Lake is known for its striking granite rock formations, which are popular among rock climbers and photographers.
The Sylvan Lake Shore Trail is a 1-mile loop that provides easy access to the lake's scenic views and is suitable for hikers of all skill levels.
Sylvan Lake sits at an elevation of 6,145 feet, making it one of the highest lakes in the Black Hills region.
The lake is stocked with trout, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.
