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The Heart of the Black Hills Find scenic beauty, vibrant culture and the fascinating history of the Black Hills as you stroll the charming streets of Hill City. Adventure is easy to find in this town surrounded by lakes, campgrounds, resorts, marinas, and hiking, biking and OHV trails. Explore the George S. Mickelson Trail, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial® and Custer State Park — all just minutes away from Hill City. THINGS TO DO The Museum at Black Hills Institute invites you to travel back in time and discover the earth’s past through geology, mineralogy and fossils. The museum houses an extensive collection of T. rex skeleton fossils and is recognized as one of the world’s finest in its field. Browse the gift shop for an array of jewelry, games and decor. The South Dakota State Railroad Museum entices railroad enthusiasts of all ages. The museum’s history and collections from South Dakota railroads make it as educational as it is entertaining. If you hear the steam locomotive’s whistle, the 1880 Train is getting ready to pull out of the station. Enjoy the scenic, narrated round trip between Hill City and Keystone. Are you planning to visit in December? Take a ride on the train’s Holiday Express and experience holiday magic on this journey to the North Pole. Shopping Browse a large selection of rough rocks, quality polished stones, stone-made home decor, figurines, local stones, fossils and much more at Dakota Stone Rock Shop. Find your favorite sweet treat at Candyland, the largest candy store in South Dakota. Then treat yourself to gourmet coffee while playing a round at Sweet Greens Mini Golf. Galleries and shops dot downtown Hill City, including The Handbag Store — aptly named for its enormous selection of handbags, wallets and coin purses. This boutique offers classic, upscale and down-to-earth styles. The Beef Jerky Experience offers over 100 flavors and varieties of high-quality jerky. Try exotic kinds like alligator, boar, elk, kangaroo, ostrich and more. You’ll be amazed at all the snacks, treats and jerky this store holds. OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Ride horses in the breathtaking beauty of Black Hills National Forest with the experienced wranglers at Trail Rides at High Country Guest Ranch. Explore the Black Hills by renting a Slingshot or UTV from Adventure Rentals or Mt. Meadow ATV & Snowmobile Rentals. Or, take a guided off-road ride with local experts at Black Hills Outdoor Fun. Find Hill City business listings on page 141.
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