BLACK HILLS & BADLANDS Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Keystone With one of the largest concentrations of national parks, monuments and caves in the Midwest, this region is packed with natural beauty and family-friendly adventure. Highlights PARKS & MONUMENTS: See a massive sculpture of four U.S. presidents at Mount Rushmore National Memorial in Keystone; awe-inspiring rock formations at Badlands National Park near Interior; the third-longest cave in the world at Jewel Cave National Monument near Custer; boxwork formations at Wind Cave National Park near Hot Springs; a sculpture of the famous Lakota leader at Crazy Horse Memorial ® in Crazy Horse; and a herd of 1,300 bison at Custer State Park in Custer. FAMILY FUN & ATTRACTIONS: Icons are spread throughout this region. Since 1931, Wall Drug Store has refreshed road-weary travelers with free ice water. You can still guzzle down a glass in their famous backyard, or enjoy a 5-cent cup of coffee that pairs perfectly with their pastry specialty: the doughnut. Deeper into the hills, you’ll be surprised that fish were raised and transported via railway from the beautiful D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery & Archives in Spearfish. You can see these massive schools swim today! OUTDOOR EXPLORATION: With more than 450 miles of trails in the Black Hills National Forest , the hiking options are endless. Mountain bikers can opt for the 109-mile George S. Mickelson Trail . Those wishing to ride on motorized trails can explore 3,600 miles of permitted roadways. The region is also known for motorcycling and gives riders many scenic drives to choose from, like the Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway . Custer State Park Major Cities & Towns Belle Fourche, Custer, Deadwood, Hill City, Hot Springs, Keystone, Rapid City, Spearfish, Sturgis, Wall George S. Mickelson Trail 30 // #HiFromSD Turn to page 34 to learn more about the Black Hills & Badlands Region.
South Dakota Vacation Guide 2025 South Dakota Vacation Guide: Page 30
