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.
STEAM Saturdays
- The Journey Museum
- Nov 29, 2025 - Dec 20, 2025
Turtle Soup
- The Journey Museum
- Dec 5, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025
Cabin Nature Chats at the Lost Cabin Taproom
- Dec 7, 2025 - Feb 8, 2026
Skating & Ice Bumper Cars at Outlaw Square
- Outlaw Square - Deadwood
- Nov 25, 2025 - Apr 30, 2026
Belle Fourche Festival of Trees
- Nov 24, 2025 - Nov 26, 2025
1880 Train Holiday Express
- 1880 Train - Black Hills Central Railroad
- Nov 26, 2025 - Dec 24, 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.
Embrace Nature's Serenity at Newton Fork Ranch
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Image An Oasis for Peace and Solitude The retreat, a sanctuary for tranquility seekers, understands the unspoken yearning for peace and solitude. Visitors arrive…
Get Your Motor Running: Preparing for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
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Get your motor running. It's almost time for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally (August 7-16, 2026) and it’s sure to be a good time for all in the…