South Dakota Vacation Guide - 2025 South Dakota Vacation Guide
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2025-12-15 09:33:03
Miles: 391, I-90 between Sioux Falls and Spearfish
1 SIOUX FALLS
Exits 394–402
Marvel at picturesque Falls Park, a series of waterfalls with paved pedestrian walkways and overlook points along the way.
Experience SculptureWalk®. Showcasing more than 80 sculptures annually, this public art project presents a creative way to tour downtown.
Don’t miss the Arc of Dreams, a permanent art installation soaring 85 feet above the Big Sioux River.
Enjoy a free concert at Levitt at the Falls, an open-air entertainment venue between downtown and Falls Park.
2 MITCHELL
Exits 330–332
At Prehistoric Indian Village, watch archaeologists unearth evidence of early Native American culture and view samples on display.
Join locals at The World’s Only Corn Palace to experience the eccentric folk art or annual Corn Palace Festival in late August.
3 CHAMBERLAIN
Exits 263–265
At the Lewis and Clark Welcome Center, board a replica of the duo’s keelboat for unique Missouri River views, and see the majesty of the Dignity: Of Earth & Sky sculpture.
If the timing’s right, take a drive across the river to Al’s Oasis in Oacoma, a family-owned eatery known for delicious seasonal pies.
4 WALL
Exits 109–110
Learn how South Dakota played a key role in U.S. Cold War preparedness at Minuteman Missile National Historic Site.
Grab handmade doughnuts and a selfie with a giant jackalope at Wall Drug.
Head south of Wall to explore the breathtaking scenery of Badlands National Park.
5 RAPID CITY
Exits 55–61
See what’s happening at Main Street Square. Depending on the season, you might enjoy a concert, festival or ice skating.
Explore the City of Presidents, a series of life-size statues of the nation’s leaders in the bustling downtown area.
6 STURGIS
Exits 30–32
In August, 450,000-plus bikers roar into town for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, 10 days of bike shows, races, concerts and group rides on the bucket-list routes for which Sturgis is known. Join the 85th rally August 1–10, 2025.
7 SPEARFISH
Exits 10–17
View brown and rainbow trout from the underwater viewing area at D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery & Archives.
Stretch your legs exploring waterfall hikes and fishing streams in Spearfish Canyon.
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