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MILES BEYOND ORDINARY Tucked into the steep folds of the Black Hills of South Dakota, visitors will find Lead (pronounced “Leed”) surrounded by ponderosa pine forests and magnificent mountain meadows. HISTORY Lead’s rich mining history from when the community was first settled in 1876 during the Black Hills Gold Rush is on full display in its architecture and landmarks. Historical institutions, such as the Homestake Opera House, pay homage to Lead’s heyday. Exhibits and activities at the Black Hills Mining Museum depict Lead’s gold mining history. Find more intriguing history at the Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center, which overlooks the majestic Open Cut — a viewable surface mine. Over the Fourth of July at the Open Cut, visitors can experience one of South Dakota’s largest firework displays at the Gold Camp Jubilee. This one of a kind event is a must-see and hear celebration for the summer! OUTDOOR RECREATION Outdoor enthusiasts eager to step off the beaten path and away from the crowds migrate to this small mountain town. Gain access to the George S. Mickelson Trail from three trailheads in town. Take a short drive down Hwy 14A, the southern gateway to Spearfish Canyon, for world-class fishing, hiking, rock climbing and more. Find prime golfing, mountain biking and hunting just minutes from downtown. For ATV, UTV, and snowmobile rentals, stop by Mad Mountain Adventure Rentals and Trailshead Lodge Rentals. Come winter, powderhounds revel in a snow-covered paradise. 7,000-foot peaks and crisp mountain air greet guests at Terry Peak Ski Resort. Snowmobilers enjoy 416 miles of groomed trails and cross-country skiers explore a limitless sea of white. Equipment rentals are available at area outfitters.
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