BLACK HILLS & BADLANDS REGION Hill City Listings Continued CANDYLAND HOT SPRINGS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 605-745-4140 hotsprings-sd.com Soak in the Hot Springs experience! We offer a wide variety of lodging & dining options, shops, museums, plenty of outdoor recreation & relaxation. Home to The Mammoth Site, Evans Plunge Mineral Springs, Moccasin Springs & only 10 minutes south of Wind Cave, there is something for everyone at this unique destination. Find us on Facebook /blackhills 605-574-2824 at the intersection of Hwy 16/385, Hill City candylandsd.com Marvel at the tasty displays of hundreds of different candies. Take a trip down memory lane with our old school candy. Or kick it “new school” with choices of today’s generation. Play 18 holes of mini golf at Sweet Greens while enjoying an old-fashioned soda, coffee, or ice cream. Stop in for your favorite treat! WESTERN HORIZONS HOT AIR BALLOONS SHEPS CANYON RECREATION AREA 605-745-6996 Reservations 800-710-CAMP 28150 Boat Ramp Rd, Hot Springs 11 mi S of Hot Springs on Hwy 71 campsd.com Stay in Sheps Canyon Lodge overlooking Angostura Reservoir & sleeping 12 -perfect for larger groups. Or choose from 1 cabin, 73 campsites, 22 w/ electricity & 11 equestrian sites. Nearby boat ramp to enjoy fishing, swimming & boating. Access to vast public lands provides a haven for hunters & horseback riding. 605-413-7106 Hot Springs flywesternhorizons.com ATTRACTIONS DAKOTA STONE ROCK SHOP 605-574-2760 23850 Hwy 385, Hill City 2 mi NE of Hill City marilyn@dakotastone.net dakotastone.net Reach new heights with Western Horizons Hot Air Balloons! Discover the stunning natural beauty of the Southern Black Hills as you fly above in one of our hot air balloons. Offering year-round sunrise flights out of Hot Springs. Reserve your adventure today! One stop you don't want to miss. Browse our gift shop filled with quality polished stones, stone made home décor, figurines, local stones & much more. Try your hand at gem panning! We also sell large & small boulders as well as an assortment of building & landscaping stone. ANGOSTURA RECREATION AREA 605-745-6996 Reservations 800-710-CAMP 10 mi SE of Hot Springs campsd.com SKYDIVE SOUTH DAKOTA WIND CAVE NATIONAL PARK 605-745-4600 26611 Hwy 385, Hot Springs 10 mi N of Hot Springs nps.gov/wica JEWEL OF THE WEST 605-574-2464 208 Main St, Hill City jewelofthewest.com 605-939-1398 Hot Springs Airport, Hot Springs skydivesouthdakota.com Feel the heart-pounding adrenaline rush soaring over breathtaking Black Hills skies! Thrilling tandem jumps from 10,000’ with certified expert instructors— safe, unforgettable! Open mid-April through mid-October. Must be over 18 & under 225lbs. Book now—transform your life today! Adventure awaits! Discover treasures that spark joy! Silver & turquoise jewelry to high-end Western wear, a great selection of boots, & stylish handbags. This boutique is bursting with one-of-a-kind finds. Explore boho & Western-inspired clothing, leather goods, & unique Western décor—all designed to delight gift hunters or anyone searching for something extraordinary. Crystal clear waters, scenic views & sandy beaches, Angostura is a haven for water recreation. Home to 166 spacious campsites, 160 w/ electricity, 14 camping cabins, 7 wheelchair accessible sites, clean showers & dump stations. Water sports & summer fun activities — camping, boating, fishing & swimming. Stay & play here! Explore the 6 th longest cave in the world! 167 miles of passageways featuring boxwork, frostwork & popcorn crystals. There is a fee for ranger-led tours; visit website for availability. Above ground, explore 28,000 acres of wildlife; bison, pronghorn & prairie dogs. Park & visitor center open year-round. EVANS PLUNGE MINERAL SPRINGS DINING MUSEUM AT BLACK HILLS INSTITUTE See our listing under Hill City — Attractions. 605-745-5165 1145 N River St, Hot Springs evansplunge.com Visit the area's only indoor & outdoor warm natural mineral spring pools (87°). Quality family fun! Admission includes slides, rings, kiddie pool & health club w/ hot tubs, sauna, steam room & fitness equipment. Lifeguards on duty. Black Hills' oldest attraction! Swim, soak & play year-round! HOT SPRINGS CITY OF HOT SPRINGS 605-745-4140 hotsprings-sd.com The town of Hot Springs offers a variety of accommodations, restaurants, spas, antiques, unique shopping, and art galleries. Enjoy the River Walk/Freedom Trail, historic sandstone buildings and architecture. Visit The Mammoth Site, Evans Plunge, Southern Hills Golf Course, Wind Cave and Angostura Recreation Area. THE MAMMOTH SITE OF HOT SPRINGS 605-745-6017 1800 Hwy 18 Byp, Hot Springs news@mammothsite.org mammothsite.org We Dig Big! Explore this active paleontological dig site with a self-guided tour where over 60 mammoths & 80 other species have been discovered. The Mammoth Site offers fossil exploration through educational programs & family fun. Summer kids digs, hands-on activities, exhibits, sluice & Bonebed Bistro. See our display ad on page 111. SMOKEHOUSE BAR & GRILL 605-745-4441 705 N River St, Hot Springs blackhillsbadlands.com/smokehouse Home of the Smokin’ Mexican! Not your average local bar & grill. Enjoy endless entertainment such as darts & your favorite sports on the big screen. The smoke is always rollin’ for Smokin Mexican’s fusion – where low ‘n slow meets Mexican food. Check out our website for up to date hours, specials, & events. Find us on Instagram /blackhillsbadlands Tag us or #DiscoverBlackHillsBadlands to be featured 144 // #DiscoverBlackHillsBadlands
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