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Legion Lake Resort |
LEGION LAKE RESORT is located along Galena Creek. Its history dates back to 1913 when Custer State Park was a Game Preserve in Custer State Forest. The area was leased by several American Legion Posts and a house was built along the creek to accommodate their visits. During the 1920's, several cabins were built. In 1932, money was raised to move the house to higher grounds and a dam was built to form Legion Lake. The lake quite naturally affords excellent fishing, swimming and boating (rentals available). It is a water stop for many of the wildlife in the Park. The lake mirrors the ponderosa pine forest and sheer rock walls that surround it, affording wonderful photo oppportunities.