When photographing at night or in low light, use a slower shutter speed. Working with Wildlife Animal and bird sightings are common along Wildlife Loop Road in Custer State Park and amid the hills and prairie of neighboring Wind Cave National Park. The best times for wildlife viewing are within a few hours of sunrise or sunset. Just focus on the animals. Remember that no shot is worth harassing the wildlife.
All wild animals are dangerous, no matter how tame they look.
If an animal becomes aware of you, you are too close. Be especially wary of bighorn sheep, mountain goats, and bison, which are unpredictable and can move faster than you can. If you are patient and cautious, try using a tripod and experiment with different exposures, f-stops, shutter speeds, and lenses. Otherwise, photograph the animal in the context of its habitat or purchase wildlife slides or books at visitor centers. Taking in Landscapes Norbeck Overlook, on Iron Mountain Road near Mount Rushmore, and Mount Coolidge in Custer State Park offer a variety of panoramic vistas and are outstanding spots for photographing the Black Hills.