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COME EXPLORE SOUTH DAKOTA

IT’S MORE THAN 77,000 SQUARE MILES OF PURE WONDER.
FILLED WITH SO MANY THINGS TO SEE, SMELL, TASTE, HEAR AND FEEL.
AND ENDLESS REASONS TO PACK YOUR BAGS.

Natural beauty and wonder await you in South Dakota, often referred to as the
land of infinite variety. Ranked 16th in size among the 50 states and located in
the North Central region of the United States, it is also part of the Great
Plains and boasts more miles of shoreline than the state of Florida. 

You'll be inspired to expand your journey from the Black Hills and Badlands in
the west to the glacial lakes and outdoor adventures of the northeast. Along the
way, follow the Missouri River as it flows through central South Dakota, pausing
to experience the history of Lewis and Clark. And discover the land of the
southeast, with its bustling cities, quiet country escapes and family
attractions.

There are endless fun things to do in South Dakota for adventurers of all ages
and interests — especially the iconic Great 8 landmarks that put our state on
the map. Explore many other sites and attractions, eat delicious foods and find
a cozy place to stay for the night — whether a B&B, campground, RV park, resort
or hotel. Family fun is easy when traveling with kids here, between all the
waterparks and amusement parks, rodeos, drive-in movies and more. And above all
else, be sure to relax and enjoy the good life while in SoDak.  

Need more guidance? Use our maps of South Dakota, get some travel tips or follow
a trip itinerary. As you venture back home, you’ll know you truly made memories
that will last forever.
 


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Great 8
Badlands National Park

This striking South Dakota landscape boasts a maze of buttes, canyons, pinnacles
and spires. Skeletons of three-toed horses and saber-toothed cats are among the
many fossilized species found here. Wildlife abounds in the park’s 244,000 acres
and can often be seen while hiking, camping and traveling the Badlands Loop
Scenic Byway.

Visit the Badlands

Great 8
Mount Rushmore National Memorial

America's Shrine of Democracy, Mount Rushmore National Memorial features the
60-foot faces of four great American presidents who represent the birth, growth,
development and preservation of this country. 

Visit Mount Rushmore

Great 8
Jewel Cave National Monument

The third-longest cave in the world features a variety of tours below the
surface and a 1,279-acre park with nature trails above ground.

Visit Jewel Cave

Great 8
Custer State Park

Few truly wild places remain in this country. Custer State Park is one of them.
Nearly 1,300 bison wander the park’s 71,000 acres, which they share with
pronghorn antelope, elk, mountain goats and a band of burros.

Visit Custer State Park

Great 8
Historic Deadwood

Walk in the footsteps of historic Old West legends like Wild Bill Hickok,
Calamity Jane and Seth Bullock. This 1870s gold rush town became a National
Historic Landmark in 1961. Today, it teems with Black Hills entertainment and
things to do including concerts, casinos, museums, historic sites, spas and
parades.

Visit Historic Deadwood

Great 8
Missouri River

History and adventure abound along and on the waters of the Mighty Mo’.
Free-flowing sections and four reservoirs — Lake Oahe, Lake Sharpe, Lake Francis
Case and Lewis & Clark Lake — are prime for fishing, boating and water
recreation.

Visit the Missouri River

Great 8
Wind Cave National Park

The first cave to be designated a national park, Wind Cave National Park
features the world's largest concentration of rare boxwork formations along with
33,851 acres of forest and prairie on the surface, creating a sanctuary for
wildlife.

Visit Wind Cave

Great 8
Crazy Horse Memorial

Korczak Ziolkowski began work on Crazy Horse Memorial in 1948. Once complete,
this tribute to the Lakota leader will be the largest mountain carving in South
Dakota, and the world. The on-site Indian Museum of North America and the Native
American Educational & Cultural Center also provide opportunities to learn and
explore.

Visit Crazy Horse Memorial

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We're ready to surprise and amaze you. So bring your imagination — and your
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SOUTH DAKOTA STORIES PODCAST



South Dakota is where buffalo roam, gunslingers entertain, and mountains and
monuments stand tall over open land. Produced by the award-winning Armchair
Productions and recorded on-location throughout South Dakota, this audio
adventure podcast is designed to do more than just let you hear what it’s like
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Peter Norbeck National Scenic Byway

Some of the most incredible roads anywhere make up the Peter Norbeck National
Scenic Byway in the Black Hills of western South Dakota. Mix in America’s most
patriotic monument and you have a never-to-be-forgotten road trip.

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Badlands Loop State Scenic Byway

Some describe it as lunar-like, others say desert, but the Native Americans were
the first to call it mako sica or "bad lands." We think you’ll come up with your
own description for Badlands National Park.

Explore Badlands Loop State Scenic Byway
Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway

Searching for animals you don’t see in your neighborhood? Custer State Park’s
18-mile Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway has just what you're looking for!

Hit the Road to Custer State Park
Spearfish Canyon State and National Forest Service Scenic Byway

Towering limestone cliffs and a rushing mountain stream keep you company along
the 19-mile stretch of US Highway 14A known as Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway.

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Native American National and State Scenic Byway

Breathtaking views of the Missouri River, diverse landscapes, and tribal history
and culture are showcased on the Native American Scenic Byway, running north and
south through central South Dakota. The route takes travelers through the lands
of the Yankton, Crow Creek, Lower Brule, Cheyenne River and Standing Rock Sioux
Tribes.

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