The Needles at Sunset, Custer State Park, South Dakota

The Needles, granite spires in Custer State Park, South Dakota, are illuminated by sunset light, with rolling hills and clouds in the background.
The Needles, granite spires in Custer State Park, South Dakota, are illuminated by sunset light, with rolling hills and clouds in the background.

The Needles, a prominent geological formation within Custer State Park, South Dakota, are illuminated by evening light. These granite spires, part of the Cathedral Spires, are ancient rock formations shaped by millions of years of erosion. The Needles Highway, a scenic route, provides access to this area, which holds cultural significance for the Lakota Sioux and is a popular destination for its natural beauty.

Photo taken in July 2019.

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