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DEAR TOURIST, TRAVELER, EXPLORER TAKE, SHARE, & ENJOY YOUR MEMORIES

We’re so glad you are here! On behalf of Visitor magazine, we hope your vacation is filled with adventure, relaxation, and new experiences.

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the infamous faces of Mount Rushmore (page 16), Crazy Horse Memorial (page 18), Custer State Park (page 24), and the Mammoth Site (page 26).

Then, head off the beaten path on a scenic drive (page 14) and visit the quaint downtowns, the preserved history in our museums (page 56), the wondrous views along the way (page 62), and discover beauty within the trees on a hike or outdoor adventure (page 12).

Whether it’s visiting an attraction, seeing a monument, a selfie with the Presidents in Rapid City, or that perfect cocktail downtown—make the memory together last. Enjoy this your time in the remarkable place we call home, and be sure to share your photos with us! @BHVisitor #blackhillsvisitor

KNOW THE DISTANCE Wall to Rapid City: 51 minutes (55.5 miles) Rapid City to Sturgis: 30 minutes (28.5 miles) Sturgis to Deadwood: 22 minutes (13.6 miles) Deadwood to Spearfish: 20 minutes (15.1 miles) Spearfish to Belle Fourche: 17 minutes (12.8 miles) Rapid City to Keystone: 26 minutes (20.9 miles) Keystone to Hill City: 18 minutes (12.1 miles) Hill City to Custer: 20 minutes (14.1 miles) Custer to Hot Springs: 40 minutes (31.5 miles)

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The fall and winter months are such a remarkable time of year in the Black Hills—and secretly many locals’ favorite seasons.

Nearly three million people walk our streets and drive through the winding roads— drawn by the history and the nature surrounding our neighborly communities, and it’s no wonder why.

From the awe-inspiring scenery of snow-covered pine trees and frozen waterfalls to the quaint attractions, local stores and delicious restaurants, the secrets of the Hills are just waiting to be discovered by you.

As you flip through these pages, choose one of the countless experiences the Hills have to offer you.

On your trip, check the iconic monuments and parks off of your bucket list including

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Whether it's isolation, adventure, or the buzz of downtown–the Black Hills has something for everyone.

CONTENTS BLACK HILLS EXPERIENCE 5 Welcome to the Black Hills 10 SD's State Sport 12 Outdoor Adventures 14 Scenic Drives 30 Shopping 44 Dining Out 50 Grab a Drink 56 Museums

FEATURES

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Mount Rushmore Crazy Horse Memorial Custer State Park The Mammoth Site

TRAVEL TOOLS & MAPS

4 Black Hills Area Map 8 Calendar of Events 36 Rapid City Map 46 Dining Guide 52 Beer & Wine Tour Map 58 Coupons 60 Business Index 61 Coupons 62 SD to Wyoming 63 South Dakota Mileposts

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EXPLORE BY AREA 32 Rapid City 33 Ellsworth Air Force Base 38 Deadwood 40 Spearfish 40 Custer 40 Hot Springs 41 Lead 41 Belle Fourche 41 Sturgis 41 Hill City 41 Keystone

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CALENDAR

SEE WHAT'S HAPPENING IN THE HILLS OCTOBER

12 Raw Couture 2-30 Tuesday Farmer's Market Performing Arts Center, Rapid City at Prairie Berry Winery Hill City 12-28 Haunting of Keystone Keystone 4 Oktoberfest Deadwood 20 Korczak Ziolkowski 5 Harvest Hop Deadwood

Remembrance Day Crazy Horse Memorial

5-7 Black Hills Powwow Rushmore Plaza Civic Center, Rapid City

26 Hill City Merchant Trick or Treat and Halloween Carnival Hill City

6 Bierborse Main Street Square, Rapid City 6 Run Crazy Horse Crazy Horse Memorial 8 Native Americans’ Day Celebration Crazy Horse Memorial 11-13 Wild West Songwriters Festival Deadwood

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26 Halloween Night Hike Custer State Park 26-27 Deadweird Deadwood 27 Pumpkin Fest Belle Fourche

NOVEMBER

9-10 Girlfriends’ Weekend Hill City 10 Mountain West Beer Fest Rapid City 10-12 Veteran’s Day Celebrations multiple communities 10-11 Fee Free Weekend for National Parks 16-17 Holiday Art Market Dahl Arts Center, Rapid City 17 Deadwood's Big Whiskey Deadwood 17 Annual Buffalo Auction Custer State Park 17 10th Annual Holiday Craft Fair Holiday Inn Express, Sturgis 17 Ice Rink Opening Main Street Square, Rapid City FIND US ON

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23 Christmas Night of Light Begins Storybook Island, Rapid City 23-24 Holiday Express 1880 Train, Hill City 23 Olde Tyme Hill City Christmas Parade Hill City 24 Holiday Celebration and Winter Market Main Street Square, Rapid City

8, 15-16 Christmas Tours Adams House, Deadwood 31 Downtown Countdown Main Street Square, Rapid City 31 New Year's Celebration Hotel Alex Johnson, Rapid City

JANUARY

1 First Day Hike Custer State Park

24 Festival of Lights Parade, Downtown Rapid City

12 Red Dirt Festival Deadwood Mountain Grand, Deadwood

DECEMBER

11-19 Restaurant Week Downtown Rapid City

1 Custer Christmas Parade Custer 1-23 Holiday Express Various Dates,1880 Train, Hill City 7 Lights on the Ice Main Street Square, Rapid City FIND US ON

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18-20 Winterfest Lead 25-26 Pro Snocross Races Deadwood

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FEBRUARY

8-10 Black Hills Sports Show & Outdoor Expo Rapid City 16 Sundance Winter Festival Sundance, Wyoming 23 Nemo 500 Outhouse Race Nemo Guest Ranch, Nemo 27-March 2 Restaurant Week Custer

MARCH

1-2 Mardi Gras Deadwood 15-16 St. Patrick’s Day Weekend Deadwood

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SOUTH DAKOTA'S STATE SPORT RODEO IN THE BLACK HILLS

Break out those boots and saddle up as you head to a high-energy rodeo event in numerous area communities.

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the cheers start as stock are chased and riden around the arena. Be sure to watch the half time show, too! Rodeo clowns often act out skits, kids will compete in stick horse races and even mutton busting– where they hold onto a sheep for a mock “bull” ride.

Cowboys and cowgirls from all over the nation compete in local, professional rodeos, several of which have been honored as the best in the nation. Participants go to local and state rodeos to earn money to qualify for the National Finals Rodeo (NFR). Once a cowboy/ cowgirl makes the cut, they become a “card holder”, and are given preference at rodeos.

Each rodeo is a serious competition, but big on family fun, too. So, round up the family, pull on your boots, and embrace the culture as you head out to the rodeo!

BLACK HILLS STOCK SHOW & RODEO JAN. 25 – FEB. 3 For 10 days every winter one of the largest stock shows in America is held in Rapid City.

Several miles of steel fencing and an arena full of dirt (just over 1,000 tons of it) turn the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center facility into an upscale, giant barn for the annual Black Hills Stock Show ®.

The event draws hundreds of thousands of people from the Midwest, Canada, and Mexico to watch cowboys and cowgirls compete in the PRCA rodeos and visit nearly 300 vendors.

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Step out of the typical city routine this season and enjoy an All-American cowboy experience while you are on vacation in the Black Hills.

Rodeo action began in South Dakota in the late 1890’s when area ranchers competed against each other in everyday chores. Events included aspects of every day ranch life including cow milking, branding, and doctoring livestock. Captivating audiences with entertainment, rodeo has evolved into a nationwide sport.

Adopted in February of 2003, South Dakota named the high-adrenaline competition its state sport.

Spectators from all over the world watch competitors in individual and team events. Calf roping, bull riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling and bronc riding are just a few you can see at a rodeo. When the gates open,

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HIKING Take in the Scenery

Follow more than 450 miles of hiking trails in and around the Black Hills National Forest for the most spectacular views of the winter wonderland.

Favorite spots include Black Elk Peak, Needles spires, Little Devils Tower, and a network of trails connected to Sylvan Lake are near Hill City. Bear Butte, a breathtaking geological formation surrounded by hiking trails, is just outside Sturgis, too.

Head to Spearfish Canyon to see awe-inspiring frozen waterfalls at Community Caves, Roughlock Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls.

Photos by Jesse Brown Nelson

ICE FISHING

SKIING & SNOWBOARDING A Pass to Downhill Fun

Terry Peak and Deer Mountain ski areas both offer a variety of slopes and trails for every experience level, making way for fun the whole family can appreciate.

Terry Peak summits over 7,100 feet, has more than 20 miles of trails on groomed slopes and offers its riders access to four high-speed detachable quad chairlifts.

Deer Mountain has an 850-foot vertical drop and more than 40 different mountain trails, as well as a Zero Gravity Tube Park with a 1,000-foot tube lift.

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The Catch of Your Stay

Fishing in the Black Hills doesn’t stop with the cooler weather as ice fishing is allowed on all lakes in the Black Hills National Forest. One-day, three-day, and yearlong fishing licenses are available at Black Hills stores, courthouses, or from the Game, Fish and Parks Department’s offices and website. Use caution; never take the ice depth for granted. Always test the location before driving out or drilling into the ice. Prime ice fishing spots are at Sheridan Lake near Rapid City, Deerfield Lake northwest of Hill City, and Pactola Reservoir west of Rapid City.

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SNOWSHOEING & CROSS COUNTRY SKIING Glide Across the Winter Wonderland

Feel the brisk, South Dakota air as you trek nearly 60 miles of trails on snowshoes and skis! Get your gear from the local experts at the sporting goods outlets and rental shops, then prepare for breathtaking views as you explore the Black Hills.

Beaver Creek Ski System near Custer, Deerfield Reservoir Complex west of Hill City, and Carson Draw trail system near Crook County, Wyoming are all popular areas for winter activities.

BIKING

Hit The Trails Whether you’re mountain biking or riding a fat bike, there are trails for all levels throughout the Black Hills.

The most famous route, Centennial Trail, is a 111-mile path for more advanced riders. It stretches from Bear Butte State Park near Sturgis to Wind Cave National Park near Hot Springs. Fat biking enthusiasts from all over the country flock to the winter wonderland of the Black Hills. Custer State Park, the Mickelson Trail, and Buzzards Roost trail system are all great options for an exciting winter biking experience.

SNOWMOBILING Countless Miles of Adventure

The Black Hills has more than 350 miles of groomed, mapped, and marked snowmobile trails. Each year, the trails open to experts and beginners alike in midDecember and remain open through March. Parking is available at trailheads for convenient access—many of which include pit stops and warming stations. Some local’s favorite trails can be found in Spearfish Canyon and outside Lead and Deadwood.

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GEOCACHING

Free Adventures The Black Hills area offers thousands of caches in all varieties of difficulty. The adventure is fun for all ages, and it’s free if you have your own GPS or smartphone.

Visit geocaching.com for cache coordinates and treasure location information.

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SCENIC DRIVES EXPLORE THE HIGHWAYS & BYWAYS

Wind your way through Spearfish Canyon to see waterfalls, babbling brooks, and changing fall foliage. Head down Needles Highway, full of granite spires and ponderosa pine forests, in Custer State Park. Or, drive past hills covered in trees in the 17mile Vanocker Canyon outside of Rapid City, which continues to the quaint town of Nemo, and 12-mile Boulder Canyon (US Hwy 14A) between Sturgis and Deadwood.

Whether admiring the autumn colors, the Black Hills' winter wonderland, or the wealth of interesting wildlife, you can experience the Hills without leaving your car!

The 70-mile Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway near Custer State Park curves around serene lakes, towering geological formations, tunnels, tight turns, and through wildlife areas. For wide-open spaces and views of one-of-a-kind formations, 14

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add the Badlands Loop and S D Hwy 34 to WY Hwy 24 (Belle Fourche to Devils Tower) to your list. And, the 31-mile Badlands Loop is consistently rated as one of the best scenic drives in the country, and goes through passes, 15 overlooks, eight trails, and an informative visitor center packed with interesting history, paleontology, and geological tidbits.

If you cross over the South Dakota/Wyoming border, in Crook County, the drive to Cement Ridge Lookout cannot be missed! Visitors can drive to the peak, which has majestic views of the sprawling Black Hills and a fire watch tower is at the top. While it is not vehicle accessible in the winter, Cement Ridge is well-known for its views of the changing autumn leaves.

No matter where your path is taking you on your Black Hills roadtrip, scenic views will meet you along the way.

WINTER NOTICE: The Needles Highway has no winter maintenance and typically is closed from November 1 to April 1. The roads at Cement Ridge are closed during the winter snow season.

After a heavy snow, check for possible road closures. Winter weather is unpredictable in South Dakota and road conditions can change quickly. Stay safe, and know before you go.

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It’s no secret the Black Hills are filled with beauty in every direction.

Take in the views with a drive through our winter wonderlands.

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MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL

Take in the sites as you come face-to-face with the four United States presidents carved in stone in the Black Hills.

Nestled into the side of granite hills, the carved faces of four United States presidents are a site to see for many—and an experience you will remember for a lifetime.

Starting with a vision in the early 1920s, South Dakota State Historian Doane Robinson and others first envisioned Old West heroes carved into the granite spires of the Needles.

Convinced of the project’s potential, the talented sculptor Gutzon Borglum decided that four presidents representing the first 150 years of American history would be the most appropriate subjects for carving. In the end, Rushmore Mountain near Keystone was 16

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chosen due to the size of the project. President Calvin Coolidge formally dedicated the project on August 10, 1927, and efforts continued on the carving of Mount Rushmore for the next fourteen years.

NEARING COMPLETION When Borglum died in March 1941, officials turned the project over to his son, Lincoln, for completion. Due to the escalation of World War II and the lack of funds, the four figures were never completed. Borglum’s original vision included the Presidents sculpted down to their waists, but the famous monument remains iconic.

A VIEW TO REMEMBER Your trip to Mount Rushmore should include all the National Memorial has to offer. After you park, make your way up the stairs greeted by The Avenue of Flags—an aisle of 56 state flags and territories established in 1976 as part of the celebration of America’s Bicentennial.

Then, say hello to Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln from the amphitheater viewing deck.

After you walk through all there is to see outside, visit the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center and Museum and be entranced through interactive exhibits and two 125-seat theaters showing

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Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln gaze over the amphitheater at sunrise.

HOURS AND SEASONS The visitor facilities at the Monument are open all year, seven days a week, with the exception of December 25, when buildings are closed, but grounds are open.

ENTRANCE FEES There is no admission fee charged to see the Memorial, as per the

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wishes of Borglum himself. However, a fee-based system provides convenient parking: $10 per vehicle and $50 per bus.

PRESIDENTIAL TRAIL Walk the half-mile loop (includes 422 stairs) for unique views from the base of the Monument.

NIGHT LIGHTING Evening Lighting Ceremonies are held beginning the Friday before Memorial Day to Sept. 30 each year. (May 25-Aug.11: Nightly at 9 p.m.; Aug. 12-Sept. 30: Nightly at 8 p.m.) Military and veterans are invited on stage to participate in a flag-folding ceremony.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITY #JeffersonIceCream President Jefferson was the principal author of the Declaration of the Independence and of the first ice cream recipe in America!

Be sure to grab a taste of history at the Memorial Ice Cream Shop.

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“The Shrine,” a short film that provides an introduction to the memorial. Take the audio tour, visit the gift shop, and grab a bite to eat at Carvers Café.

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CRAZY HORSE ® MEMORIAL CARVING A DREAM Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation

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Be a part of history in the making as you visit Crazy Horse Memorial—the world’s largest carving in progress near Custer.

On June 3, 1948, a group of people gathered near Crazy Horse Mountain, previously known as Thunderhead Mountain, to witness the first blast—and to mark the beginning of a Dream that would span multiple generations.

Among those attending were five of the nine remaining survivors of the Battle of the Little Big Horn and then-South Dakota Governor George T. Mickelson.

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sacred Paha Sapa (Black Hills) to carve a memorial honoring a Lakota warrior, Crazy Horse.

Crazy Horse had been killed at Fort Robinson in 1877. In his letter to Korczak, Henry Standing Bear wrote, “My fellow chiefs and I would like the white man to know the red man has great heroes, also.”

In May of 1947, Korczak started the project with only $174. Labor-intensive tasks included single-jacking (handdrilling) holes for the dedication blast and the countless blasts that followed. Later, he built a

741-step staircase, which he climbed several times daily— often to restart “Buda,” the air compressor at the bottom that powered his drill. Despite weather that could make work difficult, Korczak continued the monumental endeavor yearround (weather permitting).

A FAMILY LEGACY From the beginning, Ruth (Ross) Ziolkowski supported Korczak in the realization of the Dream and assisted in multiple facets of it. The two even went to the extent of outlining the sculpture

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On June 3, 1948, the first blast on the Mountain took place. Among those in attendance were five survivors of the Battle of Little Bighorn.

WHERE Located north of Custer at 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse Memorial is hard to miss as you drive along Highway 16/385.

FEES AND DONATIONS The project, founded and operated on a strong belief in free enterprise, is funded by visitor entrance fees and donations and does not accept government funding.

DON’T MISS INSIDE Inside the 40,000-square-foot Welcome Center is where the storytelling begins. Two theaters show the must-see “Dynamite & Dreams” 20-minute video. on the Mountain with sixfoot-wide white lines, using 164 gallons of paint, to help visitors envision the future.

With Mountain measurements and binoculars in hand, Ruth directed construction by radio from the Visitor Center while Korczak dangled from a rope nearly one mile away, painting on the Mountain.

Ruth and Korczak were married on Thanksgiving Day in 1950 and started a family at Crazy Horse; by the mid-1960s, they had ten children. The children contributed to the progressing Dream; while the boys helped Korczak on the Mountain, the girls assisted Ruth in the Visitor Complex

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and “around the house.”

Still today, many Ziolkowski family members carry on the family legacy.

Following Korczak’s death on October 20, 1982, Ruth made the well-considered decision to shift focus to Crazy Horse’s Face, a profile that would be visible proof of the project’s continuation. This effort to show the world was a success, and was marked by the dedication of Crazy Horse’s finished Face on June 3, 1998. This was one of many milestones that took place as Ruth carried on the leadership role. She remained heavily involved in all aspects until her death on May 21, 2014.

The Mountain Carving Room focuses on the mountain caving, with the short DVD of most recent tools and carving steps.

The Indian Museum of North America®, the visitor complex, and the scale models.

The Native American Educational & Cultural Center®, where American Indian artists and artisans create their work and visit with the guests.

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The details of the exquisite carving can be seen from the viewing deck binoculars near Laughing Water Restaurant.

CURRENT PROGRESS The current Carving focus is on Crazy Horse’s Hand and the Horse’s Mane area.

Rock removal in this delicate area is labor intensive; in many ways, similar to work on Crazy Horse’s Face. This involves a great deal of drilling, and uses a process referred to as “feathers and wedges” that removes rows of blocks—visible from the Viewing Veranda at the Visitor Complex less than one mile away.

Blocking-out the sculpture has progressed to the benches, an area measured in 20-foot increments starting from the top of Crazy Horse’s Head. Blasting is most common in this phase of rock removal.

In all the effort over the years, the man called Crazy Horse has been steadily emerging out of the stone walls. As though in response to the question he was once asked by a white trader, “Where are your lands now?” firmly Crazy Horse answers visually in stone with his original response: “My lands are where my dead lie buried.”

A LOOK AT THE FUTURE Today, the Dream from long ago is still embedded in those who remain at Crazy Horse, including a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors, two of Korczak and Ruth’s daughters who serve as CEOs, as well as many dedicated, skilled professionals.

A project that began simply with a letter has grown into an icon of history, culture, and humanity; and it continues to possess farreaching implications for the state and nation.

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CUSTER STATE PARK EXPERIENCE THE ADVENTURE

Create memories as you discover up-close encounters with free-roaming wildlife in an outdoor enthusiast’s haven.

Custer State Park is a 71,000acre vacation paradise located in the southern part of the Black Hills, loaded with picturesque views, wildlife, and family-friendly activities.

Whether you decide to snowmobile, ski, snowshoe, or hike—the opportunities for outdoor adventure are endless.

As the season changes from autumn to winter and the snow starts falling, the park’s magnificent wildlife becomes easier to spot.

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their home in the park with a wide variety of other wildlife, including elk, deer, antelope, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, and burros. Keep an eye out while you are exploring, and do not approach—they're wild!

To get a better view, take a jeep tour! They operate all year and can be requested even in the dead of winter.

For the winter enthusiast, hiking trails are open all year and several guided hikes are offered through the colder months including the “First Day

Hike” held on January 1. Visitors are encouraged to explore the park trails by snowshoe, taking in the wildlife, and maybe even spending some time ice fishing.

In February, a group will hike the Lover’s Leap Trail—a threemile loop that has views of the spires and Black Elk Peak. Take a photo with the famous sign reading: “Custer State Park is a place where one can still be an unworried and unregimented individual and wear any old clothes and sit on a log and get his sanity back again.”

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Many of the cross country skiing trails begin and end near heated warming shelters. Each shelter has a wood burning stove and accommodates up to 30 people at a time.

ENTRANCE FEES Temporary entrance license: $20 per vehicle, $10 per motorcycle Annual park entrance license: $30 (first vehicle); $15 (second vehicle) All licenses are valid at all South Dakota State Park areas.

In 2016, the park was proud to unveil its new Visitor Center. The beautiful building offers an array of features that include a large, interactive map, a 20-foot-tall scale model of the Cathedral Spires, and numerous displays depicting the natural world of Custer State Park.

Throughout the center are displays showcasing the park’s iconic inhabitants—the free-roaming bison, commonly called buffalo. Additionally, the center includes a 100-seat theater where a 20-minute film, narrated by Kevin Costner, immerses visitors into many

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beneath the stars near fresh water streams, mountain lakes, or tucked away in the pines.

WILDLIFE Over the past 90 years, the park has become a model of conservancy and land use with the reintroduction of elk, bison, pronghorn antelope, ACCOMMODATIONS Rocky Mountain big horn Four historic lodges and sheep and goats into the nine campgrounds provide preserve. Remember, all of a variety of accommodations. these creatures are wild and You can relax and unwind should not be approached; in a historic lodge room or view them from a safe modern log cabin, or camp distance.

aspects of the park and encourages them to explore the area on their own.

After you’ve stopped by the Visitor Center, be sure to check out the Peter Norbeck Outdoor Education Center. This new building will be the perfect place for younger visitors to

learn about the outside world and surrounding park land.

Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast exploring the countless miles of trails, or simply traveling through to see the scenic views, Custer State Park has something special for every Black Hills adventurer.

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THE MAMMOTH SITE NATURAL LANDMARK

Come face-to-face with creatures from thousands of years ago as you visit the in situ (on site) museum exhibits in Hot Springs.

More than 26,000 years ago, Ice Age fauna were trapped and died in a spring-fed pond near the southwest edge of Hot Springs. Over the course of the next 350 to 700 years, the hole filled with sediments and mammoth remains.

For centuries the bones lay buried—until discovered by chance in 1974. While excavating for a housing development, earth-moving equipment exposed one 26

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of South Dakota’s greatest treasures. The Site was found to contain the largest concentration of Columbian and woolly mammoth bones discovered in the world.

Fortunately, through the work of local citizens, 14 acres of land now known as The Mammoth Site was preserved as a resource for scientific study and in 1980 the Site added to the list of National Natural Landmarks in the United States.

Today the location is not only an attraction for visitors, it is an indoor working paleontological dig site and Accredited Museum, laboratory, and research facility where paleontologists and volunteers preserve these historic relics.

Enclosed and protected by a climate-controlled building, the sinkhole and exhibits attract visitors year-round. The bones are on display as they were discovered for an in situ exhibit.

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Paleontologists work at The Mammoth Site year round conducting research and continuing fossil excavation.

Nearly 61 mammoths have been excavated here, along with remains of a Giant short-faced bear, camel, llama, and many invertebrates.

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TOURS INCLUDE After the 10-minute introductory video and a 30-minute

guided tour, stroll around the dig area at your own pace.

Then, explore the Ice Age Exhibit Hall featuring a working lab, full size replicas of mammoths, short videos on geology, and site history.

SPECIAL PROGRAM If you are looking for a one-of-akind adventure, The Mammoth Site now has The Mammoth Site Excavation and Preservation Program. Visit mammothsite. org or call (605) 745-6017 for more information about these programs.

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AT THE SITE The Learning Center at The Mammoth Site opened in April 2015 and includes two 53-seat theaters, a 10-minute HD introductory video, and universally accessible walkways that allow visitors a close-up view of the fossils. Guided tours now have a wireless Tour Guide system enabling visitors to have more access and a clear digital sound.

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TAKE THE BLACK HILLS MEMORIES HOME Whether you are touring, camping, or exploring—capture your memories in a keepsake that you will treasure for years to come.

ARTWORK Artists from our local area, as well as regional and national talents, show their work at art galleries, museums, and boutiques in towns throughout the Hills. Traditional drums, original paintings, mixed-media sculptures, pottery, leather work, textiles, clothing, and handmade items are great to consider for your vacation keepsake.

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diverse selection of pieces that can be produced only here. The signature hues are created by mixing pure gold (yellow) with copper (for pink) and silver (for green). Artisans then design their own patterns of grapes, leaves, and stems; they often include gemstones, as well.

Feel secure that shops marketing Black Hills Gold are legitimate dealers—and then add a bit of sparkle with diamonds or sapphires.

honey, popcorn, nut butters, and many other delicious products.

TASTE SOUTH DAKOTA Food, wine, and beer are also local specialties that make great gifts or personal indulgences. Create a unique and personalized gift basket with smoked pheasant, turkey, buffalo, elk, and beef salami combined with cheese, sweets, and snacks. Don’t forget locally made wines and beers—as well as South Dakota candy, jams,

RETAIL FINDS If brand names are what you’re looking for, then the largest collection can be found at Rushmore Mall (I-90 exit 58) and Rushmore Crossing (exit 60) in Rapid City.

However, don’t forget to get out and explore the locallyowned boutiques and shops that are spread throughout each community.

A PIECE OF HISTORY For a vintage find, the area has many antique and collectibles shops—both large and small.

Create your own “Antiques Roadshow” while you’re in a local downtown or on a scenic highway. These shops reflect life in the Black Hills and house some unexpected treasures.

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The Black Hills area is home to signature products, including originals reflecting its indigenous culture and mining history. Museum gift shops, galleries, and other specialty stores offer everything from child-friendly souvenirs to fossils to fine art.

Furniture, Gifts, Decor, and So Much More

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RAPID CITY THE HUB OF THE BLACK HILLS

Vibrant culture with an array of events and local happenings, Rapid City offers endless activities for travellers of all ages.

Founded in 1876 by a group of prospectors, Rapid City stands as the second largest city in South Dakota. It offers a variety of shops, boutiques, family attractions, parks, galleries, and restaurants. No matter your area “hub,” Rapid City is a mustsee community in the Hills.

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artwork and local craft goods.

Retail including shoes, clothes, gifts and more will be a perfect keepsake to remember your trip to the Black Hills.

While you’re here, don’t miss Art Alley, located between 6th and 7th Streets, for a colorful expression of the area’s urban artists. It’s a mosaic of graffiti that is constantly evolving.

LIFE-SIZE SITES Overlooking the town is the free Dinosaur Park, which has seven life-size painted concrete dinosaur statues.

Stop and pose for a photo opportunity with the presidents on The City of Presidents free

walking tour—a series of bronze statues situated along Rapid City’s downtown sidewalk street corners.

ACTIVE DOWNTOWN Main Street Square is a fun-filled public space in the downtown district where you can enjoy free activities, including special events, art, fairs, and concerts.

During the winter, head to the square for ice skating beneath the lights and stop for hot cocoa to warm up. When you visit in the warmer months, you’ll be able to see children running through the interactive fountains, eating handmade ice

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Beginning in 2015, Rapid City locals dress the statues in winter accessories for homeless citizens to take and stay warm through the chilling months.

SCHOOL OF MINES Founded in 1885 to provide instruction in the mining industry, the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology is operating today as a science and engineering research university. The school offers a wide variety of bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees to nearly 2,800 students. From neutrino experiments in an underground laboratory to collaborations with NASA, research at SDSM&T brings talent and innovation to local, national, and global initiatives.

HUB OF ACTIVITY With its central location, countless hotels, campgrounds and lodging options, and endless activity, Rapid City is often considered a “hub” for visitors to the Black Hills.

cream cones, and drinking fresh smoothies from the café.

At the Square, you can experience art from Sculptor Masayuki Nagase called The Sculpture Project: Passage of Wind and Water. The project, which is part of Main Street Square itself, was completed during the summer of 2017.

SEE THE BEAUTY If you’d like a break from city life, stop by one of Rapid City’s parks, or venture outside the

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city limits. Just a short drive away, you will find yourself surrounded by two million acres of ponderosa pine forests, national parks, trail systems, and breathtaking geologic formations.

Rapid City’s close proximity allows easy access to great outdoor activities. Go out for a hike, bike, climb, or horseback ride—and then come back to town for drinks, dinner, nightlife, and a comfortable, restful sleep.

ELLSWORTH AFB In 1942, Rapid City Air Base (now Ellsworth Air Force Base) was established six miles northeast of the city.

Today, Ellsworth serves as one of two B1 Bomber home bases in the continental United States.

Just outside the front gate of the base, visitors can walk through the free South Dakota Air & Space Museum for an upclose look at the aircraft that have been flown throughout the years.

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Main Street Square is the place to be as locals and visitors alike attend numerous events throughout the year held at the ice skating rink. Visit our calendar on blackhillsvisitor.com for dates and more information.

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Give teachers and coaches, friends and family, co-wokers and employees all that Downtown has to offer.

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DEADWOOD THE LUCK OF THE DRAW

Be one of the two million people who visit the legendary town of Deadwood this season! Reflect on history and strike it rich.

The historic town of Deadwood has been well-established in books, television shows, and movies. Classic characters such as Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane, and Seth Bullock are all part of Deadwood’s rich and varied history as a rowdy mining camp. Today, you can visit the streets as they once were and strike it rich like thousands of prospectors did long ago.

RELIVE THE HISTORY Museums and historic landmarks come to life in Deadwood. Here families can see artifacts and displays of the town’s rich heritage.

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Begin a self-guided walking tour at the Visitor Center, which has been renovated in the old train depot—and meander to the Adams Museum, Days of ’76 Museum, and The Historic Adams House. See the Mount Moriah Cemetery that serves as the resting place for western outlaws, and learn how Deadwood went from a lawless gold camp to a modernday restoration project—and everything in between.

The easiest way to see all of Deadwood is through a guided tour. Watch as history comes to life right before your eyes on a narrated trolley or bus tour of this Wild West town.

For more entertainment, check out the calendar of events at blackhillsvisitor.com, and attend one of the many concerts and events the town offers.

EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS Your adventure starts in Deadwood, as it serves as the northern trailhead for the George S. Mickelson Trail—a railroad right-of-way that has been converted for running, hiking, biking, horseback riding, and snowshoeing use. There are more than 100 converted railroad bridges and four scenic, hard-rock tunnels along the infamous trail providing

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Black Hills adventurers a unique rails-to-trails outdoor experience.

While you are here during the winter months, enjoy another seasonal adventure on one of the area’s two ski resorts, or snowmobile on hundreds of miles of well-kept groomed trails.

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LIMITED STAKES When the constitutional amendment allowing limitedstakes gambling in Deadwood was passed, there were only two other places in America where gambling was legal: Nevada and Atlantic City.

The law authorizing gambling in Deadwood mandated that

a significant portion of the revenue would be earmarked for historic preservation efforts.

The city’s casinos now bring in over $100 million in gross receipts every year, with over $7 million annually funnelled into renovation of the historic buildings and restoration of the city infrastructure.

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Known for its gambling opportunities, Deadwood has games from Keno to Craps.

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The second largest community in the Black Hills is Spearfish— home to 11,000 residents year-round and 5,000 students who attend Black Hills State University, a school known for its NCATE-accredited College of Education courses and its AACSB-accredited School of Business.

Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or would rather enjoy the leisurely pace of downtown strolling, Spearfish has something for everyone. This community’s unmatched combination of exquisite scenery, boundless outdoor adventure, first-rate accommodations, and an array of shops, galleries, and restaurants make it the perfect destination to visit this season.

This small community rates as one of the most beautiful areas in the Black Hills, spotted with miles of trails and backcountry roads left behind by early pioneers, ranchers and loggers.

Visitors enjoy local flavors available at downtown eateries, the unique art hanging in the galleries, and history on display at the nearby museums.

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HOT SPRINGS Make a Splash

First called Minnekahta by the Lakota Sioux, Hot Springs is known as the southern gateway to the Black Hills.

Hot Springs is home to the largest Columbian mammoth exhibit and so much more. Watch hundreds of horses run across thousands of acres of land, visit the pioneer era as it was long ago and tour one of the longest caves in the world. Kids and adults alike will enjoy a dive into the waters of the local indoor pool filled with warm, healing mineral waters.

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Step into the world of arts at the Historic Homestake Opera House and take a look into the mining history that created the community at the Homestake Visitor Center. Lead (pronounced leed) is also home to the Sanford Underground Laboratory where many sensitive physics experiments are conducted 4,850 feet below ground.

In the winter, Lead turns into a wonderland covered in hundreds of inches of snow creating outdoor fun with ski resorts, snowmobiling trails and cross-country skiing paths for all skill levels.

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Tiny Town with Thousands of Feet Underground

BELLE FOURCHE The Center of the Nation

Belle Fourche (pronounced Bell Foosh) – is noted for being the geographic Center of the Nation. Visitors to this pioneering-town enjoy the history held at the museum, a walking path through the flags, and the locally owned restaurants and shops.

KEYSTONE Home of the Presidents

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The Heart of the Black Hills Located in the heart of the Black Hills, you will find Hill City.

Known for its vibrant art scene, this quaint town is home to several prominent artists and features local galleries and sculptures along Main Street.

While you’re here, feel the rumble of a locomotive as it was a century ago on The 1880 Train as you ride through the wonderland of the Black Hills by steam-engine. The 1880 Train Holiday Express runs for select dates in November and December. Make your reservations and plan on a good time!

After your railroad adventure, relax on one of the several wineries and craft breweries that can also be found within a few miles of the center of town.

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Nestled in a valley at the base of Mount Rushmore National Memorial – stretching a short three miles away, is the historic mining town of Keystone. A home to nearly 350 people throughout the year, visitors enjoy Keystone’s local shopping and family fun wherever you go.

STURGIS

A Rider's Paradise Sturgis has an array of historic options to offer its visitors, and you can explore it all. Discover this small city rich in its tradition, from horses and covered wagons to motorcycles and mustangs, alike.

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DINING OUT TASTE THE BEST OF THE HILLS

Dive into local flavors while you visit the Black Hills. Here are five favorite dining experiences to try on your vacation to the area.

The saying ”eat, drink, and be merry” is especially useful when on vacation. If you’re a die-hard foodie, some things should just be tasted right from the source. Make meals a part of your Black Hills adventure by trying dishes unique to the area and experiencing things you normally wouldn’t try. We’ve chosen a few iconic South Dakota experiences.

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in the Black Hills, people do it everyday. Enjoy delicious cuisine from a cup of espresso and breakfast to a full-course gourmet meal, while you sit in front of a cascading wall of windows showcasing Mount Rushmore or Crazy Horse Memorial.

beefsteaks are grilled over the campfire, taste Dutch-oven side dishes, and fall back in time to an old western scene.

BUFFALO BURGERS Don’t miss your chance to try a real South Dakota buffalo burger on your trip—the red meat that is good for you.

COWBOY FARE Experience the value of eating For authentic, Western family locally raised meat served from fun under the stars, the Black locally owned and operated Hills offers cowboy experiences restaurants throughout the like no other. When you get your Black Hills. tickets for an area chuckwagon When you bite into your supper and show, you will be burger or steak, you will notice able to watch as Dakota-grown a slightly sweet, yet very rich

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USE OUR GUIDE Whether you’re looking for casual dining or upscale eateries, you’ll find it in our guide starting on page 46. With a chain options and numerous locallyowned restaurants, visitors can enjoy everything from burgers and steaks to ethnic eats.

flavor, which differs from beef.

For the best flavor, order your bison medium-rare to rare; the meat dries out fast the more it’s cooked, since the fat content is so low.

TASTE WILD GAME Elk with its clean, sweet taste can be found in common menu items such as elk stew, elk ravioli, or the usual burger or steak. Pheasant, which happens to be the state bird, is another game cuisine to taste. The highprotein meat is usually roasted and tastes similar to chicken.

Both of these game meats are often served with pasta.

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trout and walleye, dinner can be caught fresh during the day and be ready for dinner that night.

SWEET TREATS Famous for their local momand-pop dessert shops, the Black Hills are a sweet-tooth’s haven. With a wide assortment of homemade delicacies, each restaurant has an array of options you won’t want to miss out on.

Looking for a quick stop?

Watch in wonder through the storefront window as salt-water taffy is made in Keystone—or chocolates, popcorn, and candy apples are created from scratch from Deadwood to Custer.

Trying a scoop of homemade ice cream in every town you visit will be the cherry on top!

DON’T SPOIL IT If, after a long day of sightseeing, you want to head back to your hotel—many local restaurants deliver. Ask your front desk for menus and ordering options. There is something delicious for everyone at the many attractive cafes, winery bistros, and buffets throughout the Black Hills area.

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No matter where you are calling "home" during your trip, each community in the Black Hills has a local dining experience to enjoy with friends and family.

THE STATE BREAD South Dakota designated fry bread as the official state bread in February 2005, so you know it is going to be good.

Fry Bread is a Native American quick bread, and the way it is served varies from region to region— with different tribes holding unique recipes to specific areas. It is light and crispy, and is a perfect combination of salty and sweet.

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DEADWOOD The Deadwood Grille 100 Pine Crest Dr. 605.571.2120 Enjoy casual fine dining at the Deadwood Grille

CUSTER Legion Lake Lodge Hwy. 16A - Custer State Park 605.255.4521 Offering fast-casual dining

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DEADWOOD FLYT by Alpine Inn 372 Main St. 605.571.1263 A local, iconic restaurant with a twist!

HILL CITY PRAIRIE BERRY WINERY 23837 HWY 385 877.226.9453 Fresh, local food service in a beautiful atmosphere

SPEARFISH Guadalajara Mexican 83 W. US Hwy-14 605.642.4765 Authentic traditional Mexican dishes DEADWOOD Oggie’s Sports Bar & Emporium 100 Pine Crest Dr. 605.571.2120 Stop in for Good Food and Great Times

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DEADWOOD Silverado Grand Buffet Silverado/Franklin 709 Main St. 605.578.3670 80 feet of Las Vegas-style buffet

RAPID CITY Golden Corral 1180 N. LaCrosse St. 605.399.2195 Family-friendly buffet dining & casual atmosphere

HILL CITY Alpine Inn 133 Main St. 605.574.2749 Homey atmosphere steeped in old-world charm

RAPID CITY Golden Phoenix 2421 W. Main St. 605.348.4195 Chinese restaurant serving all the classic dishes

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RAPID CITY Paddy O'Neill's Irish Pub 523 6th St. 605.342.1210 Laid-back tavern with draft brews & unique dishes

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A SIP OF LOCAL FLAVOR Taste the local spin on classic drinks as you sip the Hills! From cocktail hours to dinner beverages, we've got the perfect pour.

WINE The wineries located in and around the Hills provide the perfect excuse for you to explore something other than the typical. Whether you are a “grape novice” or an experienced wine connoisseur, you will love tasting the different flavors available here.

The Black Hills Wine Trail along Highway 385 connects the charming tasting rooms in Hill City and Custer to the tasting rooms in Deadwood.

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Black Hills tasting rooms tend to be a laid back experience.

Personable, well-informed guides will introduce you to the wines the winery produces, along with the local stories behind each label.

Oftentimes, the sommelier will start with whites, then pour reds, and finish with dessert wines. Find your favorite and take a bottle (or two) home!

BEER Each year, new breweries pop up in the Hills, offering a variety of craft beer and guided

tours of their facilities. Many local breweries offer exclusive choices for beer tasting. Watch for both free individual samples and “beer flights”—a rack of four or more testers, usually for purchase. Most breweries will also fill and seal your growler for you to enjoy later.

In the warmer months, expect lighter, crisper beers, some of which feature locally grown, hand-chosen ingredients. As the season begins to change, enjoy heavier tastes of porters and stouts in addition to classic IPAs, lagers, wheat beers, and more.

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Enjoy the array of drinks in the Black Hills from mixologists, winemakers, and brewmasters.

SAMPLE SUGGESTIONS Step away from the grapes you know for a little while, and try some of the area’s award-winning flavors.

Allow your taste buds to journey through the countless options of wines, starting with the lightest whites and progressing to the heaviest reds. A sip of water and a plain cracker between tastes will help to clear your palate.

A UNIQUE FLAVOR Brewmasters in the Black Hills claim it’s the local water that gives their beer its unique flavor—making these craft brews one-of-akind drinks that you don’t want to miss.

COCKTAILS Enjoy a martini, margarita, or whatever you can imagine at local spots throughout the Black Hills. From high-class night clubs, to laid back bars, the mixologists at each venue in the communities around the area have prepared unique concoctions you’re sure to enjoy.

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and distilleries. Today, there are only a handful of distilleries to experience one-of-a-kind liquors. From whiskey and bourbon to vodka and rum, tasting the local flavors of moonshine the area has to offer is an experience all on its own.

Many local venues host a number of events throughout the year, too. Visitors can experience live music, stand-up comedy shows—complete with complimentary tastings—and themed food-and-drink pairing dinners. Be sure to visit our calendar on page 8 for more information.

SAVE IT FOR LATER Remember the elements when purchasing your take-home beverages; a hot car can ruin them. If you have a full day of sightseeing ahead of you, ask the wineries and breweries you visit about their options for shipping your purchase to your home. Then, you will be able to enjoy the rest of your trip, worry free.

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Step back in time and see life as it was long ago as you visit the exhibits at countless Black Hills museums.

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from Porsche and Mustangs to classic cars and motorcycles.

Check out or calendar on page 10 for events that can pair with your museum experience. Set your sites to the skies, too and visit the aviation exhibits at Ellsworth Air Force Base.

Give your self plenty of time when you choose to explore one of our museums. Each display will have informational insights to what life was like, what products were used for.

Children will love the interactive scenes at many of the establishments. Take a guided tour, take part in a workshop or class, or watch a documentary screening of each topic the museum will cover. Not only will it be fun, but also educational.

From Visitor Centers to museums, you are sure to enjoy the stories of the past during your visit.

NORTHERN HILLS Tri-State Museum Adams Museum Days of ’76 Museum Historic Adams House Tatanka Story of the Bison High Plains Western Heritage Center RAPID CITY Founding Fathers Museum of Geology SD School of Mines South Dakota Air and Space The Journey Museum SOUTHERN HILLS Indian Museum of North America at Crazy Horse Memorial The Mammoth Site Big Thunder Gold Mine National Presidential Wax Museum

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The Black Hills are rich with history. Start with the museums focusing on the area’s pioneering days of covered wagons and homesteading in the rolling plains. Here you will find schoolhouse settings, chuckwagon displays, and so much more.

Are fossils more up your alley? We’ve got that, too!

Dinosaurs, mammoths, and numerous geological findings have been discovered right here in the Black Hills and are a site to see no matter which community you are visiting.

Many of these facilities are still active research facilities, too—so take advantage of the opportunity and see their work in progress!

If you’re a fan of all things transportation, the Black Hills will have something for you, too.

The area is a popular destination for motor rallies of all kinds,

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ALONG THE WAY SOUTH DAKOTA TO WYOMING

Whether you are heading to or from the Black Hills, countless one-ofa-kind sites and experiences await you and your family along I-90.

Follow along the mile markers from eastern South Dakota into Rapid City and the Black Hills then continue your roadtrip this season into Wyoming.

In eastern South Dakota, Sioux Falls stands as the largest city of the state south of I-90.

Tour the town with a stop at Falls Park to break up the drive.

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of Chamberlain and Oacoma. It was originally completed in 1925 and carried US Highway 16; in 1953 the bridge became the I-90 Business Loop.

Near Kadoka, to the south as you follow I-90 through western South Dakota, the Badlands appear. Interstate Exit 131 is the east entrance into Badlands National Park and the Visitor Center of Minuteman Missile Site.

Wall Drug is where you will find everything from souvenir shops to a giant animated T. Rex and plenty of space for the kids to unwind after a long day on the road.

Rapid City, the second largest city in South Dakota, has something for everyone. Fine dining, unparalleled shopping, festivals and special events, recreation, and entertainment come together in the city in new and unforgettable ways.

From Rapid City through the foothills of the Black Hills— to Sturgis, Whitewood, and Spearfish, and into the Bear Lodge Mountains as you near Sundance, Wyoming—drivers cross the northern part of the “Red Racetrack.” Believed by the Lakota Sioux to encircle the entire Black Hills, the legendary track was the site of the “Great Race”

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SOUTH DAKOTA MILEPOSTS ALONG I-90: • 399 to 396—Sioux Falls: lodging, dining, shopping, museums, and attractions • 335 to SD 38E to SD 25N—DeSmet: Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Homestead • 332 to 330—Mitchell: The world’s only Corn Palace, dining, lodging • 265 to 263— Chamberlain: between exits are the 50-foot Dignity sculpture and the Lewis & Clark Visitor Center.

Relive Lewis and Clark’s journey with interpretive panels that explain the Corps’ traveling adventures through present day South Dakota.

THIS IS A GREAT PLACE TO GET OUT, STRETCH, AND ENJOY VIEWS OF THE MISSOURI. • 260—Oacoma: Al’s Oasis and Cedar Shores Resort • 212 to US 83N, SD 53— Pierre: South Dakota’s state capital • 191 to 192—Murdo: Pioneer Auto Show features more than 250 antique classic cars • 131—Cactus Flats: Badlands National Park northeast entrance, Minuteman Missile National Historic Site Visitor Center • 110 to 109—Wall: Wall Drug Store, National Grasslands Visitor Center • 67B—South Dakota Air and Space Museum

• 67A—Box Elder: Ellsworth Air Force Base Main Gate • 61 to 52—Rapid City: lodging, dining, shopping, museums, and attractions • 30—Sturgis: Bear Butte State Park, Old Ft. Meade • 17 to US 85S— Deadwood, Lead: gaming and museums • 14 to US 14A— Spearfish: The town of Spearfish, Spearfish Canyon Scenic Highway • 10 to US 85N— Belle Fourche: Center of the Nation, Tri-State Museum • 1—South Dakota Visitor Center and rest stop

WYOMING MILEPOST ALONG I-90: • 205—Beulah: Vore Buffalo Jump • 199 to WYO 111 to Aladdin—Devils Tower • 185 to 187 (Sundance) to US 14—Devils Tower • 153—Moorcroft • 124 to128—Gillette: Lodging, dining, shopping, historic sites • 56 to 56B (Buffalo) to US 16 to Cody— Yellowstone National Park • 20 to 25—Sheridan: Lodging, dining, shopping, historic sites • 9 (Ranchester) to US 14 to Cody— Yellowstone National Park

Standing over 5,112 feet tall over the Belle Fourche River, Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming is an astounding geologic feature to behold.

Considered sacred by Northern Plains Indians, this natural site draws thousands of visitors every year.

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Stop and visit Dignity, a 50foot tribute to “the courage, perseverance, and wisdom of the Lakota and Dakota culture.” At the Chamberlain rest stop on I-90.

Plains Indians, Sheridan and the surrounding areas are home to historic sites and museums, as well as contemporary Western and Native American art galleries.

At Ranchester (11 miles north of Sheridan), take scenic US Highway 14 over the Bighorn Range and through Shell Canyon to historic Cody.

This part of Wyoming is where Buffalo Bill Cody, along with diverse cultures associated with Western life, are celebrated.

Vistas are spectacular, and opportunities for recreation and entertainment abound. Cody is also known as the eastern gateway to our nation’s first established National Park in 1872—Yellowstone.

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between humans and buffalo.

The story is associated with the origins of several traditional practices.

While 90 percent of the Black Hills is in the state of South Dakota, the Black Hills National Forest does continue 10 to 40 miles beyond the South Dakota border into Wyoming.

West of Sundance, as you near Moorcroft, look to the north for occasional glimpses of Devils Tower National Monument across the rolling hills and high plains. Other natural wonders also envelop the senses in Wyoming, where I-90 glides over the plains and rolling foothills of the Cowboy State between Gillette and Sheridan.Once known as the “Valley of the Chiefs” by the

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