The Petrified Forest | Black Hills & Badlands - South Dakota

The Petrified Forest

  • The Petrified Forest
    The Petrified Forest
  • The Petrified Forest
    The Petrified Forest
  • The Petrified Forest
    The Petrified Forest
Find Us: 
8220 Elk Creek Road
Piedmont, SD 57769
Call: 
(605) 787-4884

A creation celebration! Where the Brachiosaurus Dinosaur was excavated in 1889.

The Petrified Forest

Step back in time with a One-of-a-kind tour and nature walk through the live and petrified forest. Experience the best Black Hills geology. Discover trees and animals that turned to stone, explore the museum, displays, working lapidary, amazing gems and rock shop. Open daily April-November 9 am to 6 pm.

RV and tent camping, cabins and heated outdoor pool onsite at Elk Creek Resort. Free Petrified Forest tour with lodging.

Hours: 

Open Daily - April thru October

9 am to 6 pm

Amenities: 
Gift Shop
Hiking Trails
On-site Lodging
On-site Parking
Pet Friendly
Self-Guided Tours
Visitor Information
Directions: 

Take exit 46 off I-90 - Located at Elk Creek Resort

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