For anyone with the spirit of exploration coursing through their veins, there's only one question to be asked: Where do you want to go?
Welcome to the place with all of the answers.
Whether you're searching for iconic monuments or two of the longest caves in the world, wanting some hands-on experience with history, or ready to create family memories without breaking the bank account, this is the place to plan the perfect getaway in South Dakota. These are the places you mark on your map, look for on road signs, and count down the exits until your triumphant arrival—from mines and gold panning, drive-in movies and waterparks, to old West towns and archaeological marvels. Maybe they're places you've waited years to see or revisit. Maybe you didn't know they existed until this moment. No matter how familiar you are with South Dakota, these lists of attractions will place you in a world of discovery and help you create an unforgettable trip in South Dakota.
This striking South Dakota landscape boasts a maze of buttes, canyons, pinnacles and spires. Skeletons of three-toed horses and saber-toothed cats are among the many fossilized species found here. Wildlife abounds in the park’s 244,000 acres and can often be seen while hiking, camping and traveling the Badlands Loop Scenic Byway.
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Another adventure is always waiting just around the bend in South Dakota. Get inspired and say #HiFromSD to share your vacation experiences!
