| Aberdeen - Land of Oohs and Oz! |
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Meet fairytale characters at Storybook Land and Land of Oz. Visit the medieval castle. See cows and chickens fly through the air at Dorothy's House. Mini-golf on a volcano at Thunder Mountain, or visit a Hutterite Colony. |
| Crazy Horse Memorial |
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Crazy Horse Memorial, the world's largest mountain carving in-progress, is a must see. Located between Hill City and Custer on Highway 16/385, just 17 miles from Mount Rushmore. This one-of-a-kind story is told in museums, art galleries, movies, sculptor’s studio-home, and nightly laser show in season. Restaurant/shops/RV park. |
| Best Western Ramkota Hotels |
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Discover Ramkota! Across the state we welcome you with family-friendly hospitality, indoor pools and water parks, fitness centers, comfortable and distinctive guest accommodations, family restaurants and casual lounges. Free high-speed Internet. Pets welcome! |
| Mt. Rushmore's Washington Inn |
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Located on Keystone's Main Street, our newly opened resort has standard rooms and suites near the base of Mount Rushmore. Indoor heated pool, hot tub, elevator and restaurant onsite. Kids and pets are free. Senior headquarters, meal deals and Wi-Fi. Starting at $49.95 (single). |
| Cedar Shore Resort |
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Family memories await you at this scenic, full service resort. See a perfect sunset along the bluffs of the Missouri River, relax on the deck at the Waterfront Grill, or take a pontoon ride on a hot summer day. (Interstate 90, exit 260, Oacoma, SD) |
| Comfort Inn |
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Let us show you our brand of genuine hospitality with a stay that is as comfortable as it is convenient. Pool, exercise room and wireless Internet. Located in Watertown, Interstate 29 and Highway 212, across from the Redlin Art Center. |
| Made In South Dakota |
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Now you can enjoy all the unique gifts made in South Dakota anytime by shopping on www.MadeInSouthDakota.com. This site features thousands of finely crafted gifts made by artists and vendors who call South Dakota home. And, if you're visiting our state, check out our retail therapy listing to find stores you can shop at while you're here. Give a gift they'll always remember. |
| First Gold Hotel and Gaming |
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It's Where Deadwood Begins. Play your favorite slots or live 3-card poker and blackjack tables. Enjoy two restaurants serving prime rib and crab on Friday and Saturday nights or our famous 79-cent breakfast. Deluxe hotel accommodations and plenty of free, onsite and new covered ramp parking. Group rates. |
| Black Hills Executive Lodging |
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Rent a luxury vacation home nestled in the pines of the Black Hills. These spectacular lodges are loaded with amenities like Wi-Fi, hot tubs and fireplaces. The affordability and convenience will surprise you. |
| Sioux Falls Jazz & Blues Festival: JazzFest |
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The Sioux Falls Jazz & Blues Festival, JazzFest, is free and one of the largest outdoor music festivals in the Midwest. JazzFest features more than 18 hours of music on multiple stages, food and arts vendors, a children's area and more. Visit www.jazzfestsiouxfalls.com. |
| Dacotah Prairie Museum |
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The Dacotah Prairie Museum in Aberdeen is housed in the beautifully restored Northwestern Bank building at 21 South Main Street. Visitors can enjoy historic exhibits, an art gallery and a gift shop. Contact us for more information. |
| Yogi Bear Camp-Resort |
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This award-winning campground is home to Yogi, the better-than-average-bear! The park, located in Brandon, has pull-through lots, a heated pool and spa, playground, game room, store, laundry facilities and planned activities. You’ll be greeted by Yogi himself. Call for reservations. |
| Bear Country USA |
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Enjoy a leisurely three-mile drive through this spectacular and unique North American wildlife park nestled on 250 acres of Black Hills beauty. After your drive-through tour, walk through Babyland where young and smaller animals frolic in their outdoor exhibits. |
| Palmer Gulch Resort/Mt. Rushmore KOA |
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We love families! The closest resort to Mount Rushmore, Palmer Gulch features a cozy lodge, upscale lodge cabins, rustic mountain cabins and an award-winning KOA campground. We also offer pools, horses, entertainment, planned activities, restaurant and rental cars. Evening shuttles to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse. |
| Yesterday`s Inn Bed and Breakfast |
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This elegant Victorian home in Spearfish features lush gardens, gazebos and a fish pond. Historic sites, attractions, seasonal activities, scenery, shops and restaurants are nearby. Ideal for relaxing vacations, holidays, reunions, weddings, honeymoons. Amenities include scrumptious breakfast, wine, homemade desserts. |
| Governor`s Inn |
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We offer free continental breakfast, indoor pool/spa, high-speed Internet, voice mail, business center, meeting rooms, some rooms with microwaves and refrigerators. See our travel specials. Nearby fishing, biking and hunting. Located close to the Missouri River and Pierre’s major attractions. |
| Deadwood - National Historic Landmark |
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Do you have what it takes to be a Deadwood legend? Visit our 80 gaming halls and try your luck at the slots, poker or blackjack tables. Come to Historic Deadwood and find your inner outlaw. For vacation packages, please call 1-800-344-8826 or visit our website. |
| Custer State Park |
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A 71,000-acre vacation paradise located in the beautiful Black Hills featuring 1,500 free-roaming buffalo and the scenic Needles Highway. Guests enjoy four mountain resorts, camping, lakes, streams, naturalist programs and hiking and biking trails. |
| We Just Scream Vacation! |
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The Best Western Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center offers a splash-tacular indoor water park and outdoor pool, free wireless Internet, family-friendly restaurant and casual lounge. Located in Sioux Falls |
| Hart Ranch Camping Resort Club |
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This member-owned resort, nestled in the foothills of the Black Hills, includes 471 RV sites, free Wi-Fi, 71 full service cottages, pool/hot tubs, lodge/restaurant, activities, C-store and more. Special offer: $39.95 for three nights. |
| The Mammoth Site |
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This “International Treasure” is a National Natural Landmark and a renowned indoor working paleontological site/museum. The world’s largest mammoth research facility contains the biggest concentration of Columbian and Woolly mammoths found in their primary context anywhere. Guided tours. Open year-round. |
| Award-Winning Prairie Berry Winery |
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Follow your nose to some of the best wines in the Midwest. Enjoy Prairie Berry's top-quality wines made from locally-grown wild and domestic fruit, grapes and honey, then follow up with a bite from the Euro-Deli. (Located near Hill City) |
| Lake Park Campground and Cottages |
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Located by beautiful Canyon Lake in Rapid City; thirty minutes from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Great access to all Black Hills area attractions. RV sites and fully furnished cottages ranging in size from studios, one, two, three and four bedrooms. |
| Dakota Discovery Museum |
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Museum exhibits include Native American, settlement and depression life. Art in the galleries and historic buildings includes artists Charles Hargens, Oscar Howe, Harvey Dunn and others. Kids can explore Discovery Land |
| Akta Lakota Museum and Cultural Center |
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The Lakota phrase "Akta Lakota" translates into "honoring the people." Located on the banks of the Missouri River in Chamberlain, the museum is an educational outreach of St. Joseph's Indian School that strives to preserve and promote Sioux Indian culture. Free admission. Open year-round. (Interstate 90, exit 263) |
| WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort |
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Experience the largest indoor waterpark in the Dakotas. With 30,000 square feet of waterpark, arcade and concessions, you won't find more fun in one location. Located in Rapid City and adjoined by the La Quinta Inn & Suites and Fairfield Inn & Suites, we offer over 250 rooms and suites. |
| Cedar Pass Lodge |
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Cedar Pass Lodge provides the only lodging opportunities inside Badlands National Park. Stay in our historic cabins, dine in our restaurant, and go shopping in our gift shop, featuring Native American crafts, jewelry and art. Open mid-April through mid-October. |
| Hill City: Heart of the Hills |
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Visit our National Treasure, Sylvan Lake. Hill City’s year-round travel staff has suggested itineraries and plans just for you – no obligations, no fees. Call us today for a free Vacation Guide. |
| Southeast South Dakota |
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Contact us for your own free 48-page color magazine featuring the beautiful Missouri National Recreational River, 175 lakes, the Big Sioux River, hunting, fishing, camping, birding, hiking/biking trails, canoeing/kayaking, attractions, festivals and more. Or, download the PDF, below. |
| Country Inn and Suites |
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A warm welcome is only the beginning. Indoor pool, exercise room, free hot breakfast, high-speed Internet, whirlpool suites, some rooms with microwaves, refrigerators and wet bars. Located in Watertown, Interstate 29 and Highway 212, across from the Redlin Art Center. |
| Cadillac Jack's Gaming Resort |
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Exciting gaming, luxury accommodations and a fantastic 24-hour restaurant are just a few of the ways ''We Put the Jack in Jackpot!'' Enjoy 181 slot machines and live blackjack and poker. The attached AmericInn Hotel & Suites boasts an indoor pool, spa and steam room along with banquet rooms. Free valet service. |
| Goss Opera House and Gallery |
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The Bodies Human exhibit is a display of authentic human specimens, including whole bodies, individual organs and transparent body slices preserved through a process called plastination. Held uptown Watertown, June-October 2008. Ticket prices and information are on the Web site. |
| Wall Drug Store: AAA approved |
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The #1 roadside attraction in America, Wall Drug has been entertaining and educating the traveling public since 1931. Wall Drug has evolved into a 76,000-square-foot wonderland of free attractions. There is something for everyone at Wall Drug! |
| Rushmore Borglum Story |
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The perfect prelude to visiting Mount Rushmore. View the complete collection of Gutzon Borglum's works. Discover what motivated this man to begin carving the mountain at age 60! World class art in gift shop! AAA, senior and group discounts. 1-800-888-4369. rushmoreborglum.com |
| LifeLight Music Festival |
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August 29-31, 2008, at Wild Water West near Sioux Falls, this outdoor festival is the largest free Christian music festival in the nation, drawing crowds of more than 300,000 over three days. 2008 headliners: Switchfoot, Michael W. Smith, Casting Crowns. |
| The Outdoor Campus |
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In the middle of Sioux Falls, find two miles of walking trails, tall-grass prairie, oxbow lake and bird watching opportunities. Our butterfly garden attracts thousands of native butterflies. Inside, find a museum, 3,000-gallon aquarium, and many mounted animals and exhibits. |
| Gold Dust Gaming and Holiday Inn Express |
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The Holiday Inn Express is the best location on Deadwood’s Main Street. Seventy-eight rooms, continental breakfast, high-speed Internet, business center, indoor pool, whirlpool, exercise facility, cocktail lounge, 24-hour gaming, more than 300 slots, live blackjack and Texas Hold'em poker. Deluxe buffet. |
| Terry Redlin Art Center in Watertown |
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Enjoy more than 150 original oil paintings by wildlife and Americana artist, Terry Redlin, at the Redlin Art Center. Shop three gift shops. Open daily. Free admission. While in Watertown, visit Bramble Park Zoo and the historic Mellette House. |
| Wall - Window to the West |
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Travel Badlands Loop Scenic Byway 240 through Badlands National Park. Visit the world-famous Wall Drug Store, the only National Grasslands Visitor Center in the country, and unique Minuteman Missile National Historic Site. Dine in fine restaurants and enjoy comfortable campgrounds and motels. |
| Rapid City - Real. America. Up Close. |
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Real America Package. Family of four starting at $499. Three nights of lodging, admission for four to The Journey Museum, Reptile Gardens, Evans Plunge, The Mammoth Site, Beautiful Rushmore Cave, Big Thunder Gold Mine, Bear Country USA, Mount Rushmore, a chuckwagon supper and much more. (Offer good June 1-September 31, 2008) |
| A T.Rex Named Sue |
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''A T.Rex Named Sue'' traveling exhibit will be in Faith May 10-September 1, 2008. Explore this interactive exhibition and learn about the paleontology that has helped scientists recontruct Sue's life and legacy. Experience the celebration of bringing Sue home! |
| Sioux Falls - The Heart of America |
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South Dakota's largest city offers abundant shopping, restaurants featuring local flavor to exotic cuisine, a historic downtown, arts, theatre, parks, golf courses, museums, waterparks, year-round events, and area wineries. Falls Park is home to a triple waterfall, information center, five-story viewing tower, Horse Barn Arts Center, Overlook Cafe and historic ruins. |
| Reptile Gardens |
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See. Learn. Explore. It's a family adventure. See our exciting wildlife shows, learn about our exotic creatures and explore our breathtaking gardents and indoor jungle. Winner of State Hospitality Award and Travel Writer's Excellence Award. AAA Gem Designation. Open April 1-December 31. Located six miles south of Rapid City, SD. |
| Lakewood Mall Retail Shopping Center |
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Shop 40 great stores including JCPenney and Herberger’s. Enjoy the food court, full service restaurant, Carmike 9 Theaters, free playland and wireless Internet service. We are located on Highway 12 East near the airport in Aberdeen. |
| South Dakota State Agricultural Heritage Museum |
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The South Dakota State Agricultural Heritage Museum is dedicated to the preservation of objects that relate to South Dakota’s rural heritage. The museum tells the story of the state’s agricultural past and what it took to survive on the land. |
| Tabor Czech Days |
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Tabor welcomes you to the 60th annual Czech Days, June 19-21, 2008. Enjoy small town hospitality and family-friendly entertainment including authentic Czech food, traditional music and dancing, kolace baking demonstrations, giant parade, car show, carnival and more. |
| River City Racin` |
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Bring your family and friends and join us for an action-packed, energy-filled weekend on the shores of the Missouri River as Unlimited Light Hydroplane Racing comes to Chamberlain-Oacoma July 12-13, 2008. Visit the chamber Web site, below, or www.rivercityracin.org. |
| ''Little Town on the Prairie'' |
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Laura Ingalls Wilder’s memories inspired her “Little House” stories. Experience her pioneer heritage. Explore Laura’s original homes, covered wagon rides, summer pageant and historic Main Street. We are an affordable destination with shopping, campgrounds, B&Bs, motels and restaurants. |
| Destination Black Hills |
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Destination Black Hills is your reservation and activity center for the southern Black Hills. From lodging to seeing the sites and reserving a chuck wagon dinner/show, our reservationists are standing by. |
| South Dakota Cultural Heritage Center |
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Explore South Dakota history at the Cultural Heritage Center. Learn about our American Indians. Experience the stories of the explorers, pioneers and politicians who established our state. Examine the changes and challenges we faced throughout the 20th century. |
| Silverado-Franklin Historic Hotel and Gaming Complex |
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Enjoy Historic Deadwood's top of the town casinos! The Silverado-Franklin Gaming Complex offers 369 state-of-the-art machines, 22 Blackjack tables and five live poker games. Indulge in the Grand Buffet seven days a week. Crab Festival on the weekend. |
| Pioneer Auto Show and Prairie Town |
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Travel back in time at the Pioneer Auto Show. Explore 42 buildings of exhibits that include 250 cars, an entire Prairie Town, toys, 60 tractors, 60 motorcycles, animations, music boxes, fabulous Zeitner Collection of rocks and much more. Diner and Hallmark Gift Shop.
(Interstate 90, exit 192) |
| Mobridge - The Bridge City |
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Mobridge, located on the banks of the Missouri River, has the Lewis and Clark Trail, history and American Indian culture. Plus, the best fishing, camping and majestic prairie scenery. Mobridge is a magnificent destination for all. |
| President`s Slide at Rushmore Tramway |
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Ride the chairlift to a mountaintop garden for views of Mount Rushmore National Memorial, waterfalls and thousands of flowers. An outdoor café offers salads, ice cream and more. Ride a sled down the 2,000-foot alpine slide or return by chairlift. |
| Royal River Casino & Hotel |
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Royal River Casino & Hotel is located in Flandreau, just off of the Interstate 29 exit. We offer slots, Blackjack, poker and off-track betting in addition to relaxing hotel accommodations and the region’s best all-you-can-eat buffet. |
| World`s Only Corn Palace |
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A-maize-ing ear-chitecture. The World's Only Corn Palace in Mitchell is more than 100 years old and built from native South Dakota corn and grasses. Murals changed annually. Free admission. Open year-round. |
| All Aboard the 1880 Train! |
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See the Black Hills of South Dakota on a historic, breathtakingly scenic and relaxing vintage steam train ride your family will never forget. Reservations recommended. |
| Capitol Inn and Suites |
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Capitol Inn and Suites in Pierre features a comfortable economy motel offering many services for your convenience. You will find high quality lodging at affordable prices. Visit us and see what we have to offer. Located near the State Capitol. |
| Have a Blast in Pierre! |
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Camping, fishing, kayaking, history, cowboys, heritage...it's all here in South Dakota's State Capitol. Only 20 minutes north of Interstate 90 and along the Native American Scenic Byway. Pierre, Your Adventure on the River. |
| Barefoot Resort |
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Luxurious lodging at Terry Peak, near Deadwood. Fully furnished one-, two- and three-bedroom condos or four-bedroom cabin. Private decks, fireplaces and kitchens. Perfectly located for winter sports, year-round touring and spectacular views. Nightly rentals or weekly ownerships available. |
| Possibility Farm, Where City People Go Country |
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Do you want to have some quality family time? Lodging, meals and activity provided for you? Spend time in the country? Learn where your food comes from? Relax in a Jacuzzi in the evening? Call to reserve your family retreat. |
| ClubHouse Hotel and Suites |
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“When 2nd Best Just Isn’t Good Enough!” We feature complimentary deluxe breakfast, free wireless Internet, and an indoor water playland. We are connected to Carino’s Italian Grill. Located in Sioux Falls. |
| Bed and Breakfast Innkeepers of South Dakota Association |
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The finest B&Bs in South Dakota are along the INN-Route. Our inspected and approved member inns and B&Bs offer comfortable lodging, famous hospitality and the best inside information on a real taste of South Dakota. |
| Big Thunder Gold Mine |
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Big Thunder Gold Mine is the most complete mining tour in the Black Hills. The mine offers tours through an authentic 1892 underground mine. Free gold ore samples, gold panning beside Battle Creek with guaranteed 24 K gold. Unique gift shops and eatery all in view of Mount Rushmore. |
| Rushmore Express and Suites |
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Experience warm hospitality and modern comfort just minutes from Mount Rushmore and other Black Hills attractions. Deluxe rooms, luxurious suites and many in-room and property amenities including an indoor pool, fitness center, Wi-Fi. The perfect location for your Black Hills vacation. |
| Historic Hot Springs - The Mammoth Site |
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In Hot Springs, enjoy the largest natural water swimming pool, Evans Plunge; the world's largest in situ mammoth dig, The Mammoth Site; Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary; Wind Cave National Park; historic sandstone buildings; fishing; boating; hunting and camping. |
| Four Aces Casino |
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The Hampton Inn at Four Aces Casino is one of Deadwood’s premiere properties. We have all the amenities of Hampton Inn, a 24-hour casino with eight Blackjack tables and 240 slots, buffet restaurant, and meeting facilities all under one roof. |
| River Hills Lodge |
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Share a hunting adventure of a lifetime with family and friends at River Hills Lodge in the heart of South Dakota’s pheasant country. Unique lodging, beautiful habitat and fields of roosters await you. Season: September-March. Reservations required. Located near Platte. |
| Celebrity Hotel Museum and Casino |
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Deadwood’s finest downtown hotel features historic and luxury rooms and marble bathrooms with hot towel warmers. Also enjoy our free breakfast bar, Internet, on-site parking, 24-hour casino, free movie car museum and movie memorabilia displays. We are a top-rated hotel. |
| Yankton - What a Discovery! |
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A snapshot at every turn, discover why Yankton is always in season. Located along the Missouri River and Lewis and Clark Lake, Yankton offers camping, hotels, boating, shopping, history, trails and endless snapshots. |
| Mount Rushmore Concessions / Xanterra Parks and Resorts |
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Make your trip to Mount Rushmore a monumental experience. Enjoy delicious American fare as you dine with presidents in the Mount Rushmore Carvers Cafe. Then, take home your own national treasure from the Mount Rushmore Gift Shop. |
| Horsefeathers Lodge |
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Rent a room or the entire lodge. Horsefeathers features five bedrooms, each with private bathroom, full kitchen, dining area and large family room. Horseback ride packages are available. Located three miles east of Pierre and two miles from the airport. |
| Radisson Hotel Rapid City |
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Stay in the heart of downtown Rapid City. Have a great night’s sleep on a Sleep Number Bed® with luxurious linens. Dine at the Enigma Restaurant or socialize over martinis at the 445 Lounge. Now this is a great vacation. |
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