Venture into the Black Hills along Route 385, which extends 59 miles from Custer to Deadwood and traverses the sprawling Black Hills National Forest.
Between the ponderosa pines on either side of the road, take in the splashes of color from deciduous trees.
Sheridan and Pactola lakes emerge, providing vast expanses of deep blue water, and perfect for camping or fishing.
If you prefer to keep on the road, grab a traditional German lunch of schnitzel or spaetzle at the Alpine Inn in Hill City or put on your poker face in historic Deadwood.
