Black Hills & Badlands - South Dakota | The Home of Mount Rushmore

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Custer State Park
Where the buffalo roam, and the deer and the antelope play

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Badlands National Park
Over 240,000 acres of breathtaking landscape

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Mount Rushmore National Memorial
America's Shrine of Democracy
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The Black Hills & Badlands of South Dakota

Welcome to the Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota, home to iconic natural wonders, rich history, and unforgettable adventures.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

See the iconic faces of America's founding fathers carved into granite.

Badlands National Park

Experience sweeping landscapes, unique rock formations, and exotic wildlife.

Crazy Horse Memorial

Witness the massive carving of Oglala Lakota warrior Crazy Horse and learn about the native history and culture of the area.

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Aug 04

83rd Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Dec 02

Holiday Express-Aboard the 1880 Train

Dec 02

Holiday Express Spiked-Aboard the 1880 Train

Dec 02

Christmas at the Capitol

Dec 02

Christmas in the Hills-Hot Springs

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November 20, 2023 / Black Hills and Badlands Tourism

Black Hills Snowmobile Trails Open Dec. 15

December 15 is the big day in the Black Hills of South Dakota when 350+ miles of groomed snowmobile trails officially open for the season...

November 1, 2023 / Trailshead Lodge

Unleash Year-Round Adventure at Trailshead Lodge

If you're in search of a peaceful escape that still keeps you within arm's reach of the Black Hills' top attractions, Trailshead Lodge is

October 27, 2023 / Black Hills and Badlands

Winter Events in the Black Hills and Badlands

The dropping temperatures in the Black Hills and Badlands kindle a tranquil change: The energetic bustling of warmer months cools to a peaceful pace, encouraging visitors and locals to relax in cof

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Plan Your Trip

Visit

Monumental Moments

Custer State Park

Badlands National Park

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

The Black Hills & Badlands of South Dakota

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Badlands National Park

Crazy Horse Memorial

Attend upcoming events

Experience The Black Hills & Badlands

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