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Mt. Rushmore National Memorial
A must see for any visit to the Black Hills! The mountain-side sculpture by Gutzon Borglum is something to behold. See the night lighting ceremony if you can!
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Main Street Square
City center outdoor complex showcasing an interactive water fountain and splash pads in summer & ice skating rink in winter. And stop by the surrounding shops!
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Badlands National Park
Amazing layered rocks, spires, and steep canyons create an unparalled and unique landscape. And plenty of bison, bighorn sheep and wildlife along the way!
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Wall Drug
You’ve seen the signs… now go check out Hustead’s famous Wall Drug Store, and get your 5-cent coffee and grab a donut while you’re at it! Free Ice Water too! :)
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Dinosaur Park
A depression-era project of concrete dinosaurs right nearby! One of the region’s first tourist attractions; fun for all ages with great views of Rapid City.
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Crazy Horse Memorial
Check out this amazing sculpture (in progress) of the famous Lakota leader Crazy Horse by Korczak Ziolkowski on highway US-385 near Custer, SD!
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Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is a unique event held annually in Sturgis, SD since 1938. Welcome riders, and be safe out there! August 4-13, 2023.
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Devil's Tower National Monument, WY
Devil’s Tower is a 2 hr. drive from downtown Rapid, but worth it if you have the time! Climb the boulders and hike the loop trail - which takes about 90-minutes.
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Homestake Mine
Homestake gold mine, two overlooks, museum, and visitor center is just 45-minutes away in the old mining town of Lead, SD… just a few miles past Deadwood.