The Black Hills Cartoon Theme Park

In this episode of History Below the Pines, we step back into the stone age as we look at the iconic now Defunct Bedrock City Theme Park in Custer, South Dakota.A beloved landmark through the 1960s, 70s, and 80s,90s, and early 2000s! The park was the ultimate roadside destination for families seeking a slice of prehistoric fun. This episode explores:Dabba-Doo Nostalgia: A look back at the park’s prime when the concrete dinosaurs and stone houses were the stars of Custer.The Modern-Day Relics: What the site looks like today and the stories that remain after the beloved cartoon statues have moved on.We will also look at: How a cartoon-themed park became one of the most memorable chapters in Black Hills tourism history.This is an episode you will not want to miss!