<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1xGxCT_0wDTEKM100" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1xGxCT_0wDTEKM100" width="1200" height="675" >The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department will temporarily close to vehicle traffic on the east side of Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park later this month (October 21, 2024).This closure is necessary to facilitate the replacement of the bridge over French Creek. Barricades will be located at the French Creek Trailhead turnoff and the Wildlife Station Visitor Center. The closure will allow for the safe and efficient completion of the bridge replacement project, which is expected to enhance the park’s overall safety and visitor experience.Visitors will still be able to access the west side of Wildlife Loop Road via the Blue Bell entrance on Hwy 87 South. This will enable continued enjoyment of the park’s scenic drives, wildlife viewing, and outdoor recreation opportunities. The Custer State Park dump station, all interior gravels within the park boundary, and the Wildlife Station Visitor Center will still be accessible throughout the project.Weather-dependent, the east side of Wildlife Loop Road is expected to reopen upon completion of the bridge replacement project planned for mid-December.Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to maintain Custer State Park.For up-to-date information on park closures and construction projects, please visit custerstatepark.com or contact Custer State Park directly at custerstatepark@state.sd.us.</div></body>

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Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park to temporarily close to vehicle traffic starting Monday

The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department will temporarily close to vehicle traffic on the east side of Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park later this month (October 21, 2024). This closure is necessary to facilitate the replacement of the bridge over French Creek. Barricades will be located...