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Black Hills, SD 🌲 Vacation Recommendations
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items In this list, you’ll find some of my favorite spots in and around the Black Hills of South Dakota! Whether you’re looking for breathtaking views, delicious food, family-friendly activities, or a little adventure, there’s something for everyone. These...
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The rugged beauty of the Badlands draws visitors from around the world. Drive the Badlands Loop Road and keep an eye out for wildlife! Visitors can spot bison, bighorn sheep, prairie dogs, and even black-footed ferrets, one of the most endangered mam...
Badlands - National Park
This lake, situated within the rolling green hills of Custer State Park, is a great spot for a fun day out. The cool waters of the lake are perfect for kayaking, paddle boating, and swimming, and if you're looking for an adventure, you can go on a hi...
Sylvan Lake
The Needles Highway is a spectacular drive through pine and spruce forests, meadows surrounded by birch and aspen, and rugged granite mountains.
Needles Highway - Custer State Park Resort
Intricate, wind-carved rock formations, ancient stalactites and a seemingly endless network of sprawling caverns are all hallmarks of the world-famous Wind Cave National Park. If you’re looking for a truly unique spelunking experience, this is the pl...
Wind Cave - National Park Service
Things To Do
Open year-round and the park includes a half-mile walking trail, museum, gift shop, and dining room. There’s much to see and do for visitors at Mount Rushmore, America’s Shrine of Democracy! Stop by the Sculptor’s Studio to see the original vision fo...
Mount Rushmore National Memorial - National Park Service
Come let loose in Deadwood, South Dakota. The fun you’ll have here is truly historic. Seriously, the entire town is a National Historic Landmark. The roots go back to 1876 when outlaws, gamblers and gunslingers like Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane an...
Historic Deadwood | Black Hills, SD
Upon entry, you’ll begin your journey with the drive-thru portion of the park. This winding road takes you through several animal enclosures set in a natural, spacious environment. Watch as the animals roam freely and enjoy their expansive habitats. ...
Bear Country USA: Drive-Through Wildlife Park | Rapid City, SD
Between the mountain coaster, zip lining, tree obstacles, jump tower, tubing and ski lift up the mountain side, the entire family will enjoy it!
Rushmore Tramway Adventures
Experience a historic, scenic, relaxing vintage steam train ride your family will never forget. Enjoy a two hour round trip ride through the scenic Black Hills.
1880 Train
Reptile Gardens has one of the largest collections of reptile species and subspecies of any zoo or wild animal park in the world! Reptile Gardens is a premier South Dakota destination that houses some of the world’s deadliest snakes and has been in t...
Reptile Gardens
Modern entertainment center offering an arcade, duckpin bowling, virtual reality games, a taproom, and a restaurant.
Sprockets Fun Foundry
What To Eat
The best burgers in the hills!
Black Hills Burger and Bun Co.
This is a fun and unique brewery and restaurant. The beer is cold and the food is tasty!
Mount Rushmore Brewing Company
Sports-oriented grill serving beer & American faves plus eclectic pub grub in a TV-lined room.
Buglin Bull | Restaurant and Sports Bar in Custer, SD
Providing a fun, casual atmosphere with a focus on fresh food and an exciting selection of beer and wine, The Custer Wolf is a favorite for locals and tourists looking for something a little different.
The Custer Wolf
Set in a renovated firehouse, this down-to-earth find furnishes pub grub & house-brewed beers.
Firehouse Brewing & Restaurant