PRAIRIE HOMESTEAD 80 FOOT DINOSAUR IN WALL Exit Here Explore South Dakota’s hidden gems: Mitchell’s Corn Palace charm, Kadoka’s Badlands vistas, Murdo’s vintage treasures, and the immersive experiences of the Badlands Region Wall Surrounded by the picturesque backdrop of expansive plains and breathtaking views of the Badlands, Wall is bound to leave a lasting impression on you. This charming town has maintained its Western spirit and makes the perfect base to experience everything the area offers. You’ll find the town is well-equipped to provide services, dining and lodging, making it a classic place for a rest stop on your road trip. Get out and stretch your legs or stay awhile. MITCHELL Mitchell is home to the World’s Only Corn Palace. This colorful attraction will draw you in, but the town’s hospitality, trendy boutiques, and jam-packed event schedule will keep you coming back. furnished with relics, historical accounts, and photographs. BADLANDS REGION Pull over in the Badlands and explore the surrounding area and its attractions. For an even better view, take flight with Badlands Helicopters. See an original sod house from 1909 at Prairie Homestead. Go on the interpretive walking tour to better understand early pioneer life. Gather your special souvenirs to take home from Badlands Trading Post. Support Badlands National Park by purchasing a gift at the Badlands Natural History Association store located at the Ben Reifel Visitor Center. KADOKA Going west on I-90, your first glimpses of the Badlands appear near Kadoka. Stop at Badlands Distillery to try their handcrafted spirits in the tasting room. Be sure to tour the distillery, which is filled with flavor and history. On Main Street Stroll down Wall’s Main Street, where you’ll find local shopping at Dakota Sky Stone and Badlands Harley-Davidson®. Wall Drug Store is a quintessential stop for any road trip. Wind your way through the shops that truly have something for everyone. Make your way to the backyard to ride on the giant Jackalope and gather your group to snap a picture in front of the roaring T. rex. Dine at the Western Art Gallery Restaurant surrounded by the country’s most extensive Western art collection. Savor home-style dishes, like their legendary hot beef sandwiches and famous handmade cake doughnuts. Be sure to fill up on 5-cent coffee and ice-cold water — it’s still free. Find Wall business listings on page 160. MURDO Murdo’s comfortable accommodations, campgrounds such as the Belvidere KOA , and home-style eateries epitomize small-town USA. Browse a vast display of vintage cars, trucks, motorcycles, and tractors at Pioneer Auto Show & Prairie Town. Walk through buildings from the 1880s to 1920s in South Dakota’s Original 1880 Town . They are authentically INTERIOR Interior is the oldest Badlands town. It’s home to premier agate beds, comfortable accommodations, travel services such as Cowboy Corner, and local outfitters. Learn more at BlackHillsBadlands.com/I90East 76 // #DiscoverBlackHills
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