Native American National & State Scenic Byway Wind along the Missouri River as you visit some of South Dakota’s most significant Indigenous heritage sites. Peter Norbeck National Scenic Byway The twists, turns and tunnels of the historic roads that make up this byway, including Needles Highway and Iron Mountain Road, provide a front-row seat to the Black Hills’ natural splendor. Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway Buffalo traffic jams are a common occurrence on this drive in Custer State Park. Spend the night at one of the park’s lodges or campgrounds to extend this one-of-a-kind experience. Beyond South Dakota Turn your scenic drive into an epic adventure with a visit to some of these destinations in neighboring states. Distances measured from Rapid City. Devils Tower National Monument Denver, CO Rocky Mountain National Park Yellowstone National Park 107 miles (172 km) 389 miles (626 km) 379 miles (610 km) 429 miles (690 km) 509 miles (819 km) Badlands National Park Grand Teton National Park Distances measured from Sioux Falls. Minneapolis, MN Chicago, IL 238 miles (383 km) 574 miles (924 km) Iron Mountain Road Custer State Park Hit the Road Plan an epic South Dakota road trip with our free Scenic Drives guide Badlands Loop State Scenic Byway Cruise through a maze of buttes and canyons while feasting your eyes on the mesmerizing vistas of Badlands National Park. Historic Black to Yellow Trail One of America’s oldest highways brims with golden sunflower fields, sparkling lakes, historic sites and quirky roadside attractions. Spearfish Canyon State & National Scenic Byway Travel through the heart of an ancient mountain range on this 19-mile (31-km) stretch, climbing from Spearfish into the Black Hills. TravelSouthDakota.com // 19
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