Adventure Awaits – Welcome to South Dakota’s
Black Hills & Badlands
Explore over 5 million acres of forest and mountain land teeming with natural beauty, clear mountain lakes, and abundant opportunities for adventure. From the four faces carved at Mount Rushmore National Memorial to the otherworldly buttes of Badlands National Park — the Black Hills and Badlands are home to truly monumental places.

Kadoka Buffalo Stampede
- Jun 26, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025
Native American Performers and Storytellers at Crazy Horse Memorial®
- Crazy Horse Memorial®
- Jun 14, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Jun 14, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
Hart Ranch Summer Music Series
- Hart Ranch Camping Resort Club
- Jun 14, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
These Noble Brutes- Exhibition Featuring the American Bison
- The Journey Museum
- Jun 14, 2025 - Oct 5, 2025
Trolley On The Trail
- Deadwood Chamber
- Jul 1, 2025 - Sep 2, 2025
Live on the Lawn
- Visit Rapid City
- Jun 18, 2025 - Jul 30, 2025
Murder on the Orient Express
- Black Hills Playhouse
- Jun 14, 2025 - Jun 22, 2025
Old West Shootout on the 1880 Train
- Jun 15, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Epic Tales of Adventure Black Hills & Badlands Blog
South Dakota’s Black Hills and Badlands offer a striking mix of rugged beauty and adventure. From Mount Rushmore to the dramatic Badlands, this region invites endless exploration. Whether hiking, spotting wildlife, or uncovering history, there’s an adventure story for everyone.
Get Your Motor Running: Preparing for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
- 4 min read
Get your motor running. It's almost time for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally (August 1-10, 2025) and it’s sure to be a good time for all in the…
Family Road Trip Scavenger Hunt: Kids’ Adventure Tracker Along Route Reimagined
- 3 min read
“Are we there yet?” The tune is a classic on family road trips, and we don’t blame you if you’re ready to switch stations. As you…