Travel Journals

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  • Aspen vs. Birch

    When visiting the Black Hills, many people instantly notice all the different types of trees. Two types of trees that are abundant in these beautiful hills are aspen and birch. These two trees are commonly mistaken for each other due to their similar appearance.

    Aspen & Birch—Distinguishing the Differences
  • Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

    Experiencing Main Street Sturgis during the Rally for the first time—music spilling out of virtually every venue, mixing with the melody of a thousand motorcycle engines, while a perpetual tide of people flows up and down the sidewalks—can be overwhelming at first sight.

    Sturgis
  • Taste a Black Hills Gem — The Wall Drug Donut

    If you happen to drive through the small town of Wall, South Dakota, you might notice a few signs along the road advertising a legendary place for donuts. That place is the Wall Drug Store, a tourist attraction that has been around since 1931.

    Wall
  • Custer State Park

    Custer State Park, located in beautiful South Dakota, is a nature lover's paradise. Spanning over 71,000 acres of rugged granite peaks, pine-covered hillsides, and clear blue lakes, the park offers breathtaking views of the Black Hills.

    Custer State Park
  • On the Road

    Embarking on the picturesque journey down Highway 16 towards the iconic Mount Rushmore National Memorial isn't just a drive through the Black Hills of South Dakota; it's a voyage into the heart of American adventure and history.

    Rapid City
  • Devils Tower

    Set off on an extraordinary journey through the breathtaking landscapes and rich historical fabric of northeastern Wyoming's Black Hills. Devils Tower Country offers an escape from urban clamor into the serenity of vast public lands and intimate small towns, inviting adventurers and those seeking refuge in nature’s grandeur.

    Wyoming (Black Hills of Wyoming)