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Find Your Center Nestled on the northern rim of the Black Hills at a “beautiful fork” in the river that gave the town its name, Belle Fourche (pronounced bell-foosh) welcomes travelers with its own brand of Western hospitality. Stand at the Geographic Center of the Nation in Belle Fourche. A 21-foot diameter compass rose monument made of South Dakota granite situated at the Tri-State Museum & Visitor Center marks the Center of the Nation — the perfect spot for a photo opportunity. THINGS TO DO The authentically Western town is home to one of the oldest continuously held outdoor rodeos in the U.S. — Black Hills Roundup. Thousands of people from around the world come to Belle Fourche for five exciting days surrounding the Fourth of July weekend to celebrate. See wild rodeo action, watch stunning fireworks and enjoy the festivities, June 30 to July 4, 2021. Visit the Tri-State Museum & Visitor Center to explore the region’s intriguing history, including early settlements in the corners of South Dakota, Montana and Wyoming. Browse unique items in their gift shop and wander along the River Walk. Relax outside at Rocky Point Recreation Area, situated on the 8,000-acre Belle Fourche Reservoir. Here you can boat, camp, canoe, kayak, swim and fish. For Belle Fourche business listings, turn to page 134.
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