BLACK HILLS & BADLANDS REGION Family Fun See what adventures await everyone of all ages Nature’s theme park The magic of a Black Hills and Badlands family vacation lies within nature itself. Enjoy above-ground adventures or drop below into caves like Black Hills Caverns, Rushmore Cave, or Wonderland Cave. Summers are hot, so plan on splashing in the crystal-clear waters of a mountain lake, or stop for shady breaks while hiking among majestic granite peaks. These scenes are complemented by the charming streets of Black Hills towns, where treats like ice cream and candy are common stops. Visit Grapes & Grinds in Keystone, Two Cows Creamery in Hot Springs, or Rushmore Candy Company in Rapid City for that perfect scoop. SPROCKETS FUN FOUNDRY Reward your Curiosity Ignite your family’s sense of wonder at eclectic attractions dotting the area. Have you ever experienced the peculiar phenomenon of gravity-defying water? Stop at Cosmos Mystery Area near Rapid City. Thrill-seekers will enjoy Rush Mountain Adventure Park’s coaster ride or the virtual reality zone at Sprockets Fun Foundry in Keystone. To add some friendly competition to your vacation, try Holy Terror Mini Golf in Keystone and enjoy this quirky course. The excitement continues with a splash at Watiki ® Indoor Waterpark Resort in Rapid City. Additional discoveries await throughout the region — from E-I-E-I-O on Old MacDonald’s Farm to encounters with dinosaurs, fossils, and creatures of all sizes. SOUTH DAKOTA HEAD FOR THE HILLS PASSPORT There are simply no hills like the Black Hills. And what better way to explore them with the family than with the Head for the Hills Passport? This free, mobile-exclusive digital passport will guide you to the family-friendliest places in the beautiful Black Hills. Check in to stops across western South Dakota for discounts, prizes and more. No app required. See how fast “Are we there yet?” becomes “THAT WAS SO COOL!” with the Head for the Hills Passport. And with prizes waiting to be awarded, you and the entire family are sure to make some memories that’ll last a lifetime. Scan here to learn more! 58 // #DiscoverBlackHillsBadlands
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