Black Hills & Badlands Vacation Guide

Designed to Extend Visitors' Stay

Drive visitors to your business by positioning yourself in the official guide to the Black Hills and Badlands. The guide has travel information for visitors to use during their vacation, encouraging them to extend their stay. The regional maps, dining guide and coupons help visitors maximize their time here. The guide is also our winter fulfillment piece, supporting year-round travel. The winter cover and expanded winter section highlight the many seasonal activities and events available to travelers.

Key Features


  • Released annually in May
  • Digital reach on BlackHillsBadlands.com
  • Comprehensive travel information for visitors
  • Includes regional maps, tasting trail map, dining guide, and coupons
  • Highlights seasonal activities and events
  • Supports year-round travel

 

Distribution


  • Distributed by Certified Folder Display and BH&B to 1,000+ regional organizations, including SD Welcome Centers along I-90 and I-29
  • DMOs and regional chambers • National and state parks
  • Travel shows attended by BH&B

 

Highlights & Market Segments


Who this product is for

  • Businesses looking to attract visitors to the Black Hills and Badlands
  • Seasonal travelers seeking year-round activities and events
  • Visitors needing a comprehensive guide for extended stays

Notable Aspects

  • Encourages longer stays with extensive travel information
  • Provides a variety of maps and guides to enhance visitor experiences
  • Features coupons to maximize visitor value
  • Available as a winter fulfillment piece

 

Specs


  • Dimensions: Various ad size options including Full Page (8” W x 10.125” H with a 0.25" bleed), Half Page (6.875” W x 4.437” H), and 1/4 Page (3.313” W x 4.437” H).
  • Capacity: Space for enhanced business listings with highlighted background and color photo.
  • Compatibility: Cross-references available for display ads.
  • Materials: Full-color high-quality printing for maximum impact.
  • Community/Specialty Coops Available Upon Request, Contact your Sales Director
  • Coupons: Options to include digital coupon on BlackHillsBadlands.com through September.
    • Print Specs: 3.37" W x 1.6875" H
    • Digital Specs: 1200px x 793px

 

Deadlines & Availability


  • Important Dates: Sales deadline is March 6, 2026.
  • Timelines: Released annually in May, distributed year-round.
  • Reminders: Ensure business listings and ad submissions adhere to the given deadlines for inclusion.

 

Business Listing Options


  • 50-Word Business Listing
  • Enhanced Business Listing: Includes a highlighted background & color photo.
  • Cross-Reference: Includes the page number for your display ad
  • Additional Words over 50

 

Get in the Guide


Contact the Sales Team to secure your listing in the next edition of the Black Hills & Badlands Vacation Guide. Don't miss out on the opportunity to reach thousands of potential visitors and make the most of your business's visibility.