Southern Hills Vacation Guide 2024 by Evergreen Media

Southern Hills Vacation Guide 2024

LIFETIME MEMORIES YOUR BLACK HILLS ADVENTURE AWAITS HOT SPRINGS • KEYSTONE • CUSTER • HILL CITY

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Discover Custer State Park ~71,000 acres ~3 Visitor Centers~ ~Miles of Trails~ ~Daily Summer Programs~ ~Wildlife~ ~Scenic highways~

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LODGING

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CAMPING

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Over 130 years of family fun!

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VISIT OUR COMMUNITIES Small in size, but not in heart. Our Southern Hills communities are bursting with fun and excitement for your entire family. We’re your destination for history, adventure, outdoor memories, wellness and so much more!

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Enjoy the serenity of the living waters all around Hot Springs. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature, relax and reconnect with the important things in life.

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Gold mining, Old West history and modern day thrills: Keystone does everything big and leaves you with monumental memories of your visit.

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Land, water and air all converge in the pristine wilderness surrounding Custer, and the town itself is home to a foodie haven.

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Hiking, biking, ATV and UTV riding — Hill City is perfect for your next outdoor adventure! The Heart of the Hills is the perfect place to make memories.

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YOU HAVE TO SEE THIS

We’re home to bucket list sites like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial®, but allow us to add onto that list: we have one of the top 10 longest bike trails west of the Mississippi, the second largest bison herd in the nation and an active dig site with fossils as old as the Ice Age.

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America’s Shrine of Democracy is a must-see while you’re here. Don’t miss the Sculptor’s Studio to discover the history of the mountain.

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Visit history in the making at the largest in-progress carving in the world. The Memorial is now a home for the history and culture of over 300 Native Nations.

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The largest state park in South Dakota covers over 70,000 acres. Discover the adventure of this natural wonder and encounter wildlife in a truly authentic way.

2 4 THE MAMMOTH S I TE

Over 60 mammoths have been discovered, with more exciting discoveries happening every day!

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WE ARE THE SOUTHERN HILLS

The Southern Hills communities are all distinctly unique, and each offers our own perspective on what makes the Black Hills great. Together, we feel like parts of one small town with a long, winding main street connecting us. We’re home to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer State Park, Jewel Cave National Monument, and Wind Cave National Park, but also dozens of shops, restaurants, breweries — the list goes on. We are surrounded by some of our nation’s most breathtaking scenery and miles of trails that will help you explore it. No matter what pursuit brings you here, we know that you’ll find everything you’re looking for and more.

HOT SPR INGS

The Black Hills is exciting, with adventure around every turn; Hot Springs is where you can slow down and reconnect. Come find healing in our hot springs, explore our historical architecture and let our boutique restaurants fuel your body. We are your wellness and relaxation destination, so come

decompress and enjoy a more peaceful pace — you may never want to leave.

KE YS TONE

Miners, carvers, modern innovators of all kinds: Keystone is home to historical legends, but also your home base for making memories. Walk in the footsteps of the past around town, then forge your own path. We’ll welcome you and your family with standard South Dakota hospitality, but we certainly put our own Old West spin on everything.

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We are your headquarters for adventure from all perspectives: over land, on the water and through the air. When you’ve worked up an appetite from exploring the beautiful Black Hills, come see us for food and drinks that will tease your tastebuds and keep you coming back for more.

HILL C I T Y

As the Heart of the Hills, we’ll keep your blood pumping. We’re the perfect place to launch into the beautiful Black Hills — whether you’re hiking, biking or in a UTV — hit the trail in style. In town, enjoy legendary hospitality while you wine, dine and shop your way to a perfect vacation full of outdoor memories. HAVE QUESTIONS? If you would like more information on the Southern Hills, please give one of our Chambers of Commerce a call. Hot Springs: 605.745.4140 Keystone: 605.666.4896 Custer: 605.673.2244 Hill City: 605.574.2368

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

Let us be your guide to what’s happening in the Southern Hills. Monument Health is the proud sponsor of the 2024 Southern Hills events guide.

MARCH

MAY

24-31 Daily Native American Performances, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm

2 Live On Stage, High Country Guest Ranch, Hill City

3 Korczak Day, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

JUNE

1-2 ‘Taste of Custer’ 7th Annual Restaurant Week, Custer

11-15 Black Hills Institute’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, Hill City 16-17 Hill City Antiques, Railroad & Collectibles Show & Sale, Hill City Center 20-23 Hill City Restaurant Week, Hill City

APR IL

All Month: Native American Artist in Residence, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

4 Spring Fling Home & Garden Show, Mueller Civic Center, Hot Springs 6 Anne’s Day, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer 11 Opening Day, 1880 Train, Hill City 12 Mother’s Day Special, 1880 Train, Hill City

All Month: Native American Artist in Residence, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer All Month: Daily Native American Performances, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm All Month: Thursday Evenings Talking Circle Speaker, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

6 Keystone Spring Fling Vendor Show, Keystone Community Center, Keystone

17-19 10th Annual Black Hills International Sound of Silence Tesla Road Trip, Custer

1 National Trails Day, Custer State Park

12-14 The Farmer’s Daughter 19th Anniversary Celebration, Hill City

17-19 Custer State Park Open House - Free Park Entrance & Fishing & Military Appreciation Weekend, Custer State Park

CALENDAR OF EVENTS SPONSORED BY

1 Annual Spring Volksmarch 10K (6.2 mi.) Hike, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer 3 Dedication Anniversaries, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

DON’T MISS CALENDAR

7-9 6th Annual Off-Road Rally, Custer

16 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm

8 Mt. Rushmore Rodeo at Palmer Gulch, Palmer Gulch Resort, Hill City

21-23 Mickelson Trail Summer Trek 2024, Black Hills

9 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm

23 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm

1-31 Black Hills Playhouse 78th Season, Located in Custer State Park, Wed.-Sat. 7:30pm & Tues., Wed., Sun. 2pm Matinee

9-30 Black Hills Playhouse 78th Season, Located in Custer State Park, Wed.-Sat. 7:30pm & Tues., Wed., Sun. 2pm Matinee.

26 Ruth’s Birthday, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

3-4 Custer July 4th Festivities, Downtown Custer

28-30 Annual Main Street Arts & Crafts Festival, Centennial Park, Hot Springs

4 Custer Patriots’ Parade, Downtown Custer 10am

14-16 Gift from Mother Earth Art Show - Native American & Western Style Art, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer 14-16 Fine Arts in the Hills Show & Sale, Hill City 15 The Big Mick, George S. Mickelson Trail, Black Hills 15 Mt. Rushmore Rodeo at Palmer Gulch, Palmer Gulch Resort, Hill City

30 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm

JULY

All Month: Native American Artist in Residence, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer All Month: Daily Native American Performances Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm

CALENDAR OF EVENTS SPONSORED BY

All Month: Thursday Evenings Talking Circle Speaker, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

4 Custer Fireworks @ dusk, Pageant Hill, Custer 4 Star-Spangled Parade, Main St. Hill City 10am 4-7 Star-Spangled Independence Holiday Celebration, Main St. Hill City 4 July 4th Parade, Downtown Hot Springs 10am 4 Fireworks, Butler Park, Hot Springs 9pm 11

7 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm

6 Custer Cruisin’ 24th Annual Mayor’s Ride, Custer

7-8 Hill City Quilt Show & Sale, Hill City

13 The Black Hills Raptor Center, The Farmer’s Daughter, Hill City

9 Star Party, Custer State Park

11 Hill City Trolley on the Trail, Tracy Park, Hill City

17 Mt. Rushmore Rodeo at Palmer Gulch, Palmer Gulch Resort, Hill City

14 Black Hills Rails to Ales, Hill City to Custer

14 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm 19-21 101st Annual Gold Discovery Days, Custer 20 101st Annual Gold Discovery Days Parade, Downtown Custer 10am 20 Summer Flea Market, Boyd’s World-Famous Antiques and Uniques, Custer 21 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm 28 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm

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All Month: Native American Artist in Residence, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer All Month: Daily Native American Performances Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer 11:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm, All Month: Thursday Evenings Talking Circle Speaker, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer 1 Mt. Rushmore Rodeo at Palmer Gulch, Palmer Gulch Resort, Hill City 1-17 Black Hills Playhouse 78th Season, Located in Custer State Park Wed.-Sat. 7:30pm & Tues., Wed., Sun. 2pm Matinee. 2-11 Custer Cruisin’, Downtown Custer 12

17 Summer Flea Market, Boyd’s World-Famous Antiques and Uniques, Custer 23-24 Wine, Brew & BBQ, Hill City 23-25 Hot Springs Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival, Hot Springs Municipal Airport Field 24 Mt. Rushmore Rodeo at Palmer Gulch, Palmer Gulch Resort, Hill City 30 Sturgis Mustang Rally, Three Forks Junction, Hill City

SEP TEMBER

All Month: Native American Artist in Residence, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer All Month: Daily Native American Performances 11:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer 1 Studebaker Car Show, Custer

15-17 Mickelson Trail Trek, Black Hills (begins in Custer) 26-28 31st Governor’s Annual Buffalo Roundup Arts Festival, Custer State Park 27 59th Governor’s Annual Buffalo Roundup, Custer State Park 27-29 Black Hills Film Festival, Hill City & Hot Springs 28 1880 Train Oktoberfest Express, Hill City 29 Autumn Volksmarch 10K (6.2 mi.) Hike, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

OC TOBER

6 Run Crazy Horse Full & Half Marathon, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer, Hill City 11-13 The Haunting of Keystone, Black Hills Favorite Keystone Attractions, Keystone

1 1880 Train Old West Shootout, Hill City 5pm

14 Native American Day with various programs, performers & activities, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

6 Korczak’s Birthday, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

18-19 Halloween Night Hikes, Custer State Park

7 1880 Train Wine Express, Hill City

18-20 The Haunting of Keystone, Black Hills Favorite Keystone Attractions, Keystone

CALENDAR OF EVENTS SPONSORED BY

21 Hill City Main Street Merchant Trick-or-Treat, Hill City 25-27 The Haunting of Keystone, Keystone Attractions, Keystone 26 Hill City Children’s Boo Bash & Pumpkin Festival, Hill City 31 Custer Merchant’s Trick or Treat, Custer 4-6pm 31 Hot Springs Merchant’s Trick or Treat, Hot Springs 4-6pm TBA Fossil Fright Night at The Mammoth Site, Hot Springs 6-9pm

NOVEMBER

1-3 Hill City Girlfriends’ Weekend, Hill City 2 Hot Springs Small Business Holiday Extravaganza, Hot Springs 11 Veteran’s Day Hike, Custer State Park

29-30 Olde Tyme Christmas at participating Hill City businesses; Lane of Lights Viewing, Hill City

DECEMBER

1-28 Trees & Trains Exhibit, SD State Railroad Museum, Hill City

24-30 Trees & Trains Exhibit, SD State Railroad Museum, Hill City

1-31 Olde Tyme Christmas at participating Hill City businesses; Lane of Lights Viewing, Hill City

29 Roasted Chestnuts & Cider, Alpine Inn, Hill City 5pm

1-31 9th Annual Festival of Trees & Caching through the Snow, Custer State Park

29 Hill City Olde Tyme Christmas Parade, Main Street, Hill City 6pm

6 Christmas Cookie Cruise, Hot Springs 4-6pm

Various dates 1880 Train Holiday Express Classic, First Class & 21 & Older Spiked!, 1880 Train, Hill City

6-7 Hot Springs Christmas in the Hills Celebration, Hot Springs 7 Custer Christmas Parade, Downtown Custer 5:30pm

CARE CLOSE TO HOME

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Monument Health Hill City Clinic 238 Elm St., Hill City 605-574-4470

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Primary Care No walk-in services

DON’T MISS CALENDAR

20 Korczak Ziolkowski Remembrance Day Walk, Crazy Horse Memorial®, Custer

AN AMERICAN TREASURE

It’s a bucket list item for Americans and foreigners alike — there are few sculptures in the world that are as impressive as the Shrine of Democracy.

While most of South Dakota’s economy is powered by agriculture, the Black Hills Jefferson is credited with bringing ice aren’t as conducive to cream to the U.S. — you can sample his recipe at the Carvers’ Cafe. farming. Mount Rushmore was originally designed to bring tourists to the area and boost the local economy. Beginning with a vision of carving Old West heroes There is a nightly lighting ceremony into the granite spires of during summer months, including a patriotic video and flag folding. folding. the Needles, South Dakota State Historian Doane Robinson drew the attention of talented sculptor Gutzon Borglum. Carver Gutzon Borglum died before his After much consideration masterpiece was completed. His son, and conversation, the project Lincoln, made sure it was finished. finished.

was moved to Rushmore Mountain featuring four presidents representing the first 150 years of American History. Now, over 80 years after its completion, it is one of the most popular national memorials in the country. Shaping the Granite Mount Rushmore is the perfect balance of art and engineering. Every inch of the faces was pulled out of the mountain using dynamite, drilled into shape and finally finished by hand.

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The process took 14 years and the hard work of over 400 men and women to complete. Gutzon Borglum’s original design had the four presidents carved down to their torsos. A combination of unsuitable rock, lack of funding and the escalation of WWII caused the drilling to stop and for Borglum’s original design to be abbreviated (be sure to visit the Sculptor’s Studio at the memorial to see a model of the original design for yourself). In the fall of 1941,

the memorial was officially declared finished.

FUN FACTS:

Planning Your Visit After you park, make your way up the grand set of stairs to the Avenue of Flags. The flags of each state, territory or commonwealth are positioned in alphabetical order. Make sure to take a photo with your state or territory’s flag, and then head toward the amphitheater viewing deck (it’s quite the sight at sunset). Don’t miss the Evening Lighting Ceremony held

mountain to start their day.

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Carvers had to climb 700 stairs to the top of the

President Jefferson was

originally on Washington’s other side, but that rock

wasn’t suitable for carving.

Jefferson was blasted off the mountain and relocated. Presidents Washington,

Jefferson, Roosevelt and Lincoln were chosen to

represent our nation’s birth, growth, development and

preservation, respectively. 15

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Rock Solid In order to preserve the monument, special instruments were installed in 1998 to monitor even the slightest movement in the rock. Measurements 250 feet across 60-foot heads 20 to 21-foot noses Hours of Operation Open all year, seven days a week, with the exception of December 25th; buildings are closed, but the grounds are open.

nightly beginning the Friday before Memorial Day through September 30. Military members and veterans are invited on stage to participate in the flag-folding ceremony. The Presidential Trail is a great way to get up close to the presidents if you’re ready for a short walk — just know there are 422 stairs involved. Park rangers will be spread throughout the park; take advantage of their knowledge and join a walking tour! Kids can become Junior Rangers during their visit to Mount

Rushmore. Just grab a booklet at an information booth to get started. If your kids complete all of the challenges in the booklet, make sure they pick up a certificate from the Visitor Center to commemorate their achievement. After you walk through all there is to see outside, visit the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center, where you can see a 14 minute film about the creation of the mountain. You’ll be amazed as you venture through interactive exhibits and the short film in one of the theaters. You can even rent a multimedia

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hand-held photo/video tour or an audio tour wand as you go through. Before you leave, stop at the gift shop to pick up a memento. Then, grab a bite to eat at Carver’s Cafe. Enjoy a meal with a presidential view or simply a sweet treat of Thomas Jefferson ice cream — based on the first written recipe for the summertime dessert in the United States. Over two million visitors each year make the trek to this iconic monument. Make sure to carve out some time during your trip to the Southern Hills. This is a stop you won’t soon forget. 17

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A LIVING HERITAGE

Experience the living heritage of Native Americans by learning and growing at Crazy Horse Memorial®.

Two theatres show the mustsee, 26-minute video “What is Crazy Horse.”

On June 3, 1948, the first blast on the Mountain took place.

Take a piece of the Mountain home with you when you visit the Covered Porch. Porch.

The Purpose The Dream of Crazy Horse Memorial® began in 1939 when Lakota Chief Henry Standing Bear asked sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski to create a Memorial to pay tribute to American Indians. Standing Bear and others chose Lakota warrior Crazy Horse to be the subject. In May of 1947, Korczak started the project with only $174. On June 3, 1948, a group of people gathered near Crazy Horse Mountain, previously known as Thunderhead Mountain, to

witness the first blast. In the early years, Korczak, his wife Ruth, and their ten children were responsible for Mountain progress and visitor center operations. In 1982, Korczak passed away, leaving Ruth and the children to continue the work. Just over 3 decades later in 2014, Ruth passed away but had laid groundwork to ensure the Memorial was in good hands with Ziolkowski family members, a dedicated Board of Directors, and talented

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STATS

Entire Carving

641’ long x 563’ high Horse’s Head

219’ high (22 stories) Horse’s Mane 62 feet high

Horse’s Ears 54 feet long

staff and management. Progress The Largest Mountain Carving In Progress requires unique tools. Much of the equipment used in carving is either built or modified

in-house at Crazy Horse Memorial®. The progress of the Mountain is apparent and exciting. Carvers have been working diligently on the details of Crazy Horse’s Left Hand, among other features of the Mountain. The Mountain Crew is thrilled about new tools that will expedite progress. A massive tower crane will allow the crew to move anything weighing 25,000 pounds virtually anywhere on the carving. An industrial robotic arm will speed the process of finish

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carving. A generous donor has funded a 2:1 match for this equipment (visit crazyhorsememorial.org if interested in contributing). More to Discover The Carving is certainly the most visible aspect of Chief Standing Bear and Korczak’s Dream, but visitors are able to spend hours discovering the history and culture of the Native American while visiting the Memorial. The Indian Museum of North America® is home to a large collection of art and artifacts that is sure 19

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to inspire and educate any visitor. The Museum, designed to complement the story being told in stone on the Mountain, presents the lives of American Indians and preserves Native Cultures for future generations. The Ziolkowski Family life museum features a view into the original log home and studio of Korczak and Ruth, and their family. The fascinating Mountain Carving gallery gives you a deeper understanding of the Mountain Carving. Visitors are also able to partake in the cultural programming; performances, speakers,

and hands-on activities. Today, thousands of visitors enjoy artisan displays, film showings, and entertainment throughout the year. Make sure to stop by Korczak’s Heritage, Inc. Gift Shop and purchase a memento to take home. Once you’ve completed your tour through the displays of artwork, head outside to the viewing deck. Here, you can use the binoculars to get a closer look at the Mountain. You can also study the full model here to envision the completed Memorial. The Restaurant If you’re in need of a hearty

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meal after your visit, don’t leave Crazy Horse Memorial® without first stopping into Laughing Water Restaurant ®. Enjoy local favorites like Native American Tacos or slowcooked buffalo stew — both served on homemade fry bread. The Dream of preserving and honoring the living heritage of the North American Indian began in 1948 and is being carried on today. You are a part of history in the making when you visit the Memorial. Treasure the memories and make it part of your next Southern Hills adventure. 21

CUSTER STATE PARK INSPIRES

“Home on the Range” might as well have been inspired by Custer State Park. Come see some of the most iconic wildlife in America.

Expect at least 60 minutes for the wildlife loop. Plan for extra if you can; you just might get caught in a buffalo traffic jam!

Bison give birth every spring. The light, orangish-brown hair of the babies has earned them the nickname “cinnamons.”

Visitors should only offer healthy snacks like carrots or apples to the begging burros. No junk food, please.

Custer State Park is the oldest and largest state park in South Dakota. Once home to a zoo, the cages have been ditched and visitors are invited to frolic in the spectacular open wilderness. Captivating Critters Home to the second-largest bison herd in the country, you won’t be guaranteed a sighting — there’s over 71,000 acres of land — but your chances are better here than anywhere else. The park is also home to elk, coyotes, bighorn

sheep, mountain goats, pronghorns, prairie dogs and two species of deer. A small pack of burros also call this place home. They’re descended from a herd that used to take visitors up Black Elk Peak, but now they mostly pose for photos and beg for snacks like carrots or apples. Take a Drive There’s three stunning drives in and around the park. Wildlife Loop is where you’ll get to see the animals that call Custer

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STAY A WHILE

There are many options for lodging in the park,

including 9 campgrounds, 5 lodges and 6 well-

appointed cabins and ranch houses. Wherever you stay, you’ll have stunning views.

The Game Lodge is worth a stop even if you don’t stay, but if you do you’ll be in

good company: President Eisenhower stayed for a

weekend, and President

Coolidge stayed so long in 1927 it was known as the “Summer White House.”

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State Park home. Wildlife is unpredictable, so you’ll likely encounter new species with every visit. Make sure to keep your distance with any animals you might spot on your drive. Iron Mountain Road and Needles Highway are all about the scenery. Iron Mountain Road was intentionally crafted to showcase all the best parts of the Black Hills to visitors. They’ll take you an hour each, but they’re can’t-miss masterpieces of engineering that prove that roads can be enjoyed as works of art.

Buffalo Herd

Nearly 1,400 buffalo Buffalo Safari

Jeep Tour available Visit & Learn

Custer State Park Visitor Center located at the

junction of US Hwy 16A and Wildlife Loop Rd.

Weekly Park License $20 per vehicle

Annual Park License $36 for first vehicle, $18 for the second.

DISCOVER THE ICE AGE

See creatures from thousands of years ago as you visit this active palaeontological excavation in Hot Springs.

The most recent analysis estimates the Site is more than 140,000 years old.

Enjoy a bite to eat at the Bonebed Bistro, which offers a variety of food including pizza, hot dogs, nachos, and daily specials. specials.

Check out our educational programs like the Family Dig, Kids’ Digs and Atlatl Program!

With a giant mammoth greeting you at the road, The Mammoth Site is an ancient treasure that you won’t want to miss while you’re visiting the Southern Hills. This active dig site is a unique stop that you won’t find anywhere else across the nation. The Ice Age and Beyond Researchers from all over the world visit this stateof-the-art research facility to learn more about the Ice Age. To date, 61 mammoths have been discovered and excavated here, along with the remains of two giant

short-faced bears, camel, llama, and a vast amount of invertebrates. When you visit, you’ll start at the Learning Center. Opening its doors in 2015, the Center includes two 53-seat theaters where you will be able to view a 10-minute introductory video. The film walks you through the history of each of the findings at the Site. After seeing the film, walk around the in site exhibits (fossils still in place where they were found) and watch the scientists and crew as they work to uncover new discoveries about the Ice

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Age. Tour the facility via accessible walkways that provide a close-up view of the fossils and the work being conducted at the Site. The Mammoth Site is an accredited museum and a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization. As an accredited museum, the Mammoth Site abides by the strict research and museum standards set out by the American Alliance of Museums, the gold standard in research facilities. The Mammoth Site is one of only two museums in the Black Hills that are accredited. SOUTHERN HILLS VACATION GUIDE

DATES OF OPERATION Open year round ADMISSION

Children ages 3 & under: Free

Children ages 4-12: $11

Active & Retired Military: $11 Adult: $14

Ages 60 & Over: $12

All prices include tax

(group rates available) BY THE NUMBERS 9.5 acre campus

58 Columbian mammoths 3 woolly mammoths

The Mammoth Site was

founded after the fossilized remains of a mammoth

were discovered accidentally by a heavy equipment

operator leveling the site

of a housing development. The operator stopped and the paleontological site

was ultimately preserved

as the Mammoth Site. This year celebrates the 50th

anniversary of the founding

of The Mammoth Site. So far, 61 mammoths have been

discovered, along with other Ice Age creatures.

SOAK IN

Hot Springs is the ideal center of your wellness vacation. Whether that means relaxing at the lake around the campfire, decompressing on a spectacular hike or discovering boutique dining, Hot Springs is your way to soak in the best of the Black Hills.

No Black Hills community knows more about the rejuvenating power of water than Hot Springs. Hot Springs was first settled in 1879, but was officially incorporated in 1890 when local entrepreneurs started building the entire town into a health spa destination. Fred T. Evans built his namesake Evans Plunge over a group of small springs, and by the next year visitors started disembarking by the hundreds in search of promises of renewal and vitality to be found in these warm, mineral-rich waters.

Springing to Life The 87 degree water of Evans Plunge Mineral Springs was the original draw that brought crowds to the area when it opened in 1890, and it still offers family fun to this day; visitors have multiple pools, slides, and activities to choose from year-round. Evans Plunge is a great choice for families to enjoy the warm, healing waters of Hot Springs together. Nearby Moccasin Springs’ pools are even warmer, ranging from 80 to 105 degrees, and much quieter than Evans Plunge. They have

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Evans Plunge boasts 87 degree water, 4 slides, 2 kid pools, 2 hot tubs, a sauna.

Cascade Falls stays around 67 degrees all year—perfect growing conditions for stream orchids, one of only four native to South Dakota.

Cold Brook Lake produces Northern Pike longer than 40 inches. Not quite the Loch Ness, but still monsters!

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Sites to See • The Mammoth Site • Evans Plunge Mineral Springs • Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa • Wind Cave National Park • Southern Hills Golf Course • Angostura Recreation Area

six pools, two large enough for swimming and four for soaking. The epitome of wellness and relaxation, phones are always silenced at Moccasin Springs, and children under 18 are not allowed at this tranquil oasis. Base Camp to Adventure Hot Springs can surely be

considered the health and wellness capital of the Black Hills, but for those looking for the thrill of adventure, Hot Springs is an excellent choice for your base camp. Several prime South Dakota lakes are within easy driving distance of town, including Angostura Reservoir, Hidden Lake Campground and Resort, Cold

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Brook Lake and Cottonwood Springs Lake. Between them, you’ll find world-class fishing and bird-watching, not to mention some of the best sandy beaches in South Dakota. Discover ample hiking trails nearby— Wind Cave National Park alone boasts over 30 miles of trail. Check out Rankin Ridge Trail, which 29

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Hidden Lake Campground and Resort is the only resort in the Southern Black Hills that can boast its own private lake.

will take you to the highest point in the park and give you views all the way to the Badlands on a clear day.

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A Knack for Architecture Revel in the outdoors to your heart’s content, and then come back for an architectural walking tour of Hot Springs. In the late 1800s, there were 27 sandstone quarries in the Black Hills — one of which was owned by Hot Springs’ own Fred T. Evans. These quarries sourced Hot Springs with the materials for the many Richardsonian and Romanesque-style buildings found throughout town; over 30 of them in all. Can you find them all?

and other ancient creatures

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Angostura Reservoir is a waterlover’s haven and fishing paradise with over 36 miles of shoreline and water depths up to 75 feet.

In a steep-sided pond just

EAT WELL IN HOT

warm water and plentiful

Exploring the history of

outside of Hot Springs,

vegetation drew mammoths to their doom. Hear

this story and more by

visiting the Mammoth Site. Even after 50 years, new

discoveries happen every

year at this active dig site,

so there’s always something

new to experience. And with

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Hot Springs is fascinating

work — but it will build up an appetite. Refuel and

take a break at one of our unique dining options,

from pizza and local beer to fine dining worthy

of celebrating special occasions.

an ever-expanding museum,

For creatively crafted

visitors. Be sure to check out

is a favorite for foodies,

the Ice Age comes alive for

the Junior Paleontologist dig programs; they’re a one-ofa-kind experience, but they fill up fast.

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Downtown’s Kidney Springs is thought to have healing properties; specifically for kidney-related illnesses.

cuisine, The Dragonfly

and Two Cows Creamery & Bistro’s farm-to-fork delicacies are sure to

tantalize your taste buds.

THINGS TO SEE Attractions Evans Plunge Mineral Springs (page 2) 1145 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.5165 evansplunge.com

Mammoth Site, The (page 3) 1800 US 18 Bypass, Hot Springs 605.745.6017 mammothsite.org Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa (page 30) 1829 Minnekahta Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.7625 moccasinsprings.com Pioneer Museum 300 N. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.5147 fallriverpioneermuseum. wordpress.com Southern Hills Golf Course 1130 Clubhouse Dr., Hot Springs 605.745.6400 hotspringssdgolf.com Trout Haven Ranch 13477 7-11 Rd., Buffalo Gap 605.833.2571 Wind Cave National Park 26611 US Hwy. 385, Hot Springs 605.745.4600 nps.gov/wica

Nearby Attractions Crazy Horse Memorial® (inside front cover) 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse 605.673.4681 crazyhorse.org Custer State Park (page 1) 13329 US-16A, Custer 605.255.4515 gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/ custer-state-park Hudson-Meng Education & Research Center 1811 Meng Dr., Crawford, NE 308.665.3900 fs.usda.gov/detail/ nebraska/specialplaces Reptile Gardens (page 20) 8955 US-16, Rapid City 605.342.5873 reptilegardens.com Rush Mountain Adventure Park (page 16) 13622 Hwy. 40, Keystone 605.225.4384 rushmtn.com Outdoor Adventure Angostura Recreation Area 13157 N. Angostura Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.6996 gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/ angostura-recreationarea

Challenge Dakota Hot Springs 605.890.1515 challengedakota.com Fall River Gun Club & Shooting Complex 27386 SD-79, Hot Springs 605.890.0151 fallrivergunclub.org Whitney Preserve 8 Miles South of Hot Springs on SD Hwy 71 605.745.6990 Arts / Entertainment Art House 405 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.348.7761 arthouseblackhills.com Black Hills Playhouse (page 48) 24834 S. Playhouse Rd., Custer 605.255.4141 or 605.255.4910 blackhillsplayhouse.com Blue Horn Gallery 407 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.3717 narcelle.net Chautauqua Artisans Market 629 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.4684 chautauquablackhills.org Christmas in the Hills PO Box 382, Hot Springs 605.745.5054

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Hot Springs Theatre 241 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.4169 facebook.com/ hotspringstheatre Main Street Arts and Crafts Festival Centennial Park, Hot Springs 605.440.2738 mainstreetartsandcrafts. com Sandstone Singers Hot Springs 605.745.7333 Winner’s Circle Lanes and Games 733 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.5414 Shopping / Retail 2nd Chances Recycled, Restored, Repurposed 321 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.3433 Ace Hardware 207 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.5173 acehardware.com Black Hills Parks & Forest Association 26611 US Hwy. 385, Hot Springs 605.745.7020 blackhillsparks.org

Blue Horn Gallery 407 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.3717 narcelle.net

Fall River Fibers 631 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.890.2750 fallriverfibers.com

Builders’ First Source 1045 S. 6th St., Hot Springs 605.745.3300 bfsbuilt.com/hot-springssd

Lucy and the Green Wolf 740 Jennings Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.3415 lucyandthegreenwolf. square.site

Bomgaars, Inc. 2701 US Hwy. 18, Hot Springs 605.745.3276 bomgaars.com Changing Seasons Floral & Gifts 323 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.4836 changingseasonsfloral. com Chautauqua Artisans Market 629 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.4684 chautauquablackhills.org Dakota Cowgirl 603 N River St., Hot Springs 605.890.2488 dakotacowgirl.com Fall River Auto Supply 301 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.4204 Fall River Thrift Store 112 S Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.3400

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Lynn’s Dakotamart 505 S. 6th St., Hot Springs 605.745.3203 lynnsdakotamart.com Many Moons Trading 706 Jennings Ave., Hot Springs 605.646.3233 Old Bank Maker’s Market 603 N River St., Hot Springs 605.745.2122 Red Dirt & Pearls Boutique 108 N. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.890.1898 River Run Greenhouse 306 Joplin Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5995 River Street Emporium 103 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.440.1096 Scobi Black Hills Kombucha 713 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.340.0300 scobikombucha.com

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Hot Springs Area Concert Association 605.745.6203

Sonny’s Super Foods 801 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.5979 sonnyssuperfoods.com

Fall River County Herald 334 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.3930 fallrivercountyherald.com

Stone Décor & Supply 1108 Hwy. 71 S., Hot Springs 605.204.5334 stonedecorandsupply.com

KZMX Radio 27259 N. Wind Cave Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.3637 96themix.com

Stunningham Farms 12562 Argyle Rd., Hot Springs 605.890.0630 Wanda’s Finds 27237 Wind Cave Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.4040 wandasfinds.com Tours / Transportation Prairie Hills Transit 2015 Tumbleweed Trl., Spearfish 605.642.6668 prairiehillstransit.com Western Horizons Hot Air Balloons Hwy. 18 Bypass, Hot Springs 605.413.7106 flywesternhorizons.com Travel Information Chamber of Commerce Depot Visitor Center 630 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.6974 hotsprings-sd.com Evergreen Media 329 Main St., Ste. 1, Rapid City 605.343.7684 evergreenmediarc.com

Southern Hills Publishing Custer 605.673.2217 custercountychronicle. com

WHERE TO STAY

Hotels / Motels Hills Inn 640 S. 6th St., Hot Springs 605.745.3130 hotspringshillsinn.com Springs Lodge & Cafe 602 Sulphur Springs St., Hot Springs 605.745.4292 springslodgeandcafe.com Stay USA 1401 US-18 Bypass, Hot Springs 605.745.4411 stayusahotel.com Super 8 Motel 800 Mammoth St., Hot Springs 605.745.3888 https://www. wyndhamhotels.com/ super-8/hot-springssouth-dakota/super-8hot-springs-sd/overview

Cabins / Campgrounds Allen Ranch 13065 Fall River Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.1890 allenranchcampground. com Barbies Wander-Inn RV Park 27912 Twin Rock Bend Rd., Hot Springs 605.515.7921 barbieswander-inn.com Fall River Ranch RV Resort 1701 U.S. Hwy. Bypass 18, Hot Springs 605.745.3080 Hidden Lake Campground & Resort (page 7 ) 27291 Evans St., Hot Springs 605.745.4042 campathiddenlake.com Highland Meadows LLC 549 Cold Brook St., Hot Springs 307.631.6463 highlandmeadows.com Historic Log Cabin Motel 500 Pacific Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5166 historiclogcabinsinc.com/ home Powder House Lodge 24125 US-16A, Keystone 800.321.0692 powderhouselodge.com

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Sunrise Ridge Campground & Storage 27288 Wind Cave Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.4397 sunriseridgecampground. com B&Bs / Vacation Homes Bering, LLC 702 University Ave. Apt. 9, Hot Springs 605.890.1839 The Evanston Suites 633 N. River St., Hot Springs 719.231.9043 theevanston.com Historic Burdette House 1729 Minnekahta Ave., Hot Springs 734.735.5913 FlatIron Inn 745 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.890.0641 flatiron.us JPF Vacations 605.209.3771 blackhillsrentals.com The Right Place 1008solutions@gwtc.net

River Falls Lodging 13223 Fall River Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.4969 riverfallslodging.com

Pizza Hut 723 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.5443 pizzahut.com

Uptown Vacation Suite 140 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.891.9735

Powder House Lodge 24125 US-16A, Keystone 605.666.4646 powderhouselodge.com

GRAB A BITE

Dining / Restaurants 1891 Steakhouse and Bistro 603 N River St., Hot Springs 605.745.4400 American Legion Post 71 1045 Jennings Ave., Hot Springs 800.433.3318 /605.745.3213 Big Time Pizza 310 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.5399 facebook.com/btpizzasd Buffalo Dreamer American Food Alchemy 1829 Minnekahta Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.6100 buffalodreamer.com Food Fest 705 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.891.9336 foodfestbest@gmail.com Mornin’ Sunshine Coffee 509 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.5550 morninsunshinecoffee. com

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Spokane Creek Cabins & Campground 24631 Iron Mountain Rd., Keystone 605.666.4609 spokanecreek.com/ ironmountainroad.com

Ruby House Restaurant 124 Winter St., Keystone 605.666.4404 rubyhousekeystone.com Silk Road 239 N. River St., Hot Springs 541.666.0131 Smokehouse Bar & Grill 705 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.4441 mistyrivertavern.com Southern Hills Diner & Bakery 12572 Sheps Canyon Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.7203 Southern Hills Mercantile & Taproom (page 30) 445 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.2739 southernhillsmerc.com Subway 733 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.6611 Sweet & Sassy LLC 28937 SD-471, Edgemont 605.661.6256 sweetandsassysd.square. site 35

Taco Johns 1145 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.6880 The Kitchen Ink 741 Jennings Ave., Hot Springs 605.515.1440 Two Cows Creamery & Bistro 237 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.3838 facebook.com/ twocowscreamery Winner’s Circle Lanes and Games 733 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.5414 Wishbone Catering PO Box 92, Buffalo Gap 605.490.5947 Coffee / Espresso Coffee Cup Travel Plaza 27638 Hwy. 385, Hot Springs 605.745.4215 coffeecupfuelstops.com Minnekahta Coffee & Gifts Hot Springs 605.745.3185 minnekahtacoffee.com Mornin’ Sunshine Coffee 509 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.5550 morninsunshinecoffee. com

Springs Lodge & Cafe 602 Sulphur Springs St., Hot Springs 605.745.5553 springslodgeandcafe.com Desserts / Sweets Star Spangled Batter Bakery 2130 Jackson Blvd. #2, Rapid City 605.209.1491 starspangledbatter.com Two Cows Creamery & Bistro 237 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.3838 facebook.com/ twocowscreamery Wine / Beer / Spirits American Legion Post 71 1045 Jennings Ave., Hot Springs 800.433.3318/ 605.745.3213 The Space 108 N. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.517.0303 Winner’s Circle Lanes and Games 733 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.5414 Big Bat’s Conoco 800 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.6565 Coffee Cup Travel Plaza 27638 Hwy. 385, Hot Springs 605.745.4215 coffeecupfuelstops.com

LOCAL SERVICES

Auto / Travel Services Angostura Common Cents 28075 Recreation Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.4100 Diamond Automotive 1845 University Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5050 Fall River Auto Supply 301 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.4204 ATMs / Financial Services Ameriprise Financial Services 646 Jennings Ave. #20, Hot Springs 605.745.4900 Black Hills Community Loan Fund 607 ½ Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City 605.519.5124 bhclf.org Black Hills Federal Credit Union 330 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.718.1818/ 800.482.2428 bhfcu.com Edward Jones Lindsay Luper 309 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.5065 edwardjones.com/us-en/ financial-advisor/lindsayluper

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First Interstate Bank 343 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.6060 firstinterstatebank.com H & R Block – Julie Hill 734 Jennings Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.6063 hrblock.com JMM Services 1609 University Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5000 Wells Fargo Bank 101 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.8250 wellsfargo.com Health / Wellness Addiction Recovery Center of the Black Hills 646 Jennings Ave. #2, Hot Springs 605.745.6300 arcbh.org Battle Mountain Physical Therapy 244 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.4761 battlemountainpt.com

Behavior Management Systems 3 Canyon View Cir., Hot Springs 605.745.6222 bmscares.org Bodies in Motion 204 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.4321 Cascade Chiropractic 1501 US-18 BYP Ste. B, Hot Springs 605.745.5119 cascadechiropractic.net Chamberlain McColley’s Funeral Home 401 N. Garden St., Hot Springs 605.745.5172 chamberlainmccolleys. com Evans Plunge Mineral Springs (page 2) 1145 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.5165 evansplunge.com Fall River Health Services 1201 SD-71 S., Hot Springs 605.745.8910 frhssd.org Goddess Image Spa 145 N. 16th St., Hot Springs 661.239.9777 goddessimagespa.com Health 4 Life Fitness 1501 Hwy. 18 Truck Bypass, Ste. D, Hot Springs 605.745.5558 hshealth4life.com

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Hot Springs Ambulance Service 1861 Hwy. 71, Hot Springs 605.745.3651 hotspringsambulance.com Massa Dental Offices 602 Jennings Ave., #1, Hot Springs 605.745.3975 Michael J. Fitzmaurice State Veterans Home 2500 Minnekahta Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5127 vetaffairs.sd.gov/ veteranshome Midwest Mental Health of South Dakota 505 N. River St., Ste. 2 & 3, Hot Springs 605.745.3320 midwestmh.net Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa (page 30) 1829 Minnekahta Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.7625 moccasinsprings.com Monument Health Hot Springs Clinic (page 13) 1100 Highway 71 S. #101, Hot Springs 605.745.8050 monument.health Pine Hills Retirement Community 2711 US-18, Hot Springs 605.745.5555 pinehillsretirement.com

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Farm Bureau Financial Services 109 N. Chicago St, Ste. 2, Hot Springs 605.600.6665 tomberger.fbfsagents. com

Southern Hills Chiropractic 1245 Sherman St., Hot Springs 605.745.6262 Stillwater Hospice 112 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.4967 stillwaterhospice.com

Hot Springs Wesleyan Church 2046 Canton Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.3736 hotspringswesleyan.org

United Churches 342 N. Garden St., Hot Springs 605.745.5640 unitedchurches hotsprings.org

Joy Community Fellowship 309 Canton Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5691

Real Estate Aspen & Pine Realty 1100 Mt Rushmore Rd., Ste. 2, Custer 605.517.1130 aspenandpinerealty.com

The Southern Hills Triathlon, LLC 2915 Evergreen Dr., Rapid City 605.393.5947 southernhillstri.com

Prairie View United Methodist Church 28309 Sunny Brook Rd., Smithwick 605.424.2080 prairieviewumc.org

VA Medical Center 500 N. 5th St., Hot Springs 605.745.2000 va.gov

Southern Hills Evangelical Free Church 1509 University Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.6687 shefchurch.com

Vision Source Hot Springs 200 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.3175 visionsourcehs.com Vitalant vitalent.org

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church 538 University Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.3393 stanthonyhotsprings.org

Places of Worship Bethesda Lutheran Church 1537 Baltimore Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.4834 bethesdahssd.org

St. John’s Lutheran Church 13275 Fall River Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.4760 stjohnslutheran hotpsrings.net

Calvary Baptist Church 1938 Canton Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5663 calvaryhs.org

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church 501 Hammond Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.3323

Fountain of Life Assembly of God 1828 University Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.3236 folhs.com

Blue Bison LLC 27289 Windy Rd., Hot Springs Bradeen Real Estate & Auctions 14 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2629 bradeenauction.com Century 21 Stevens & Associates 238 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.5141 century21.com Century 21 Stevens & Associates -Sandra Bush Realtor & Property Manager 238 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.517.0608 homegirl605.com EXIT Realty Black Hills 646 Jennings Ave., Ste. 14, Hot Springs 605.716.3948 exitrealtyblackhills.com Heartland Real Estate 106 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.6772 blackhillsproperty.com

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Hot Springs Housing & Redevelopment 201 S. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.4067 hotspringshousing.org Metroplains Management 113 Sherman St., Sturgis 605.347.3077 metroplains.com Mt. Rushmore Properties 27446 Whitetail Rd., Hot Springs 605.673.1941 mtrushmoreproperties. com New Heights Properties Hot Springs 605.791.0498 or 605.228.6784 yourblackhillshome.com Real Estate Group, The 110 N. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.7653 thebestblackhillsreal estate.com Southern Hills Title 710 Jennings Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5187 southernhillstitle.com Community Resources Accouter Rental & Sales 1100 Highway 71 S., Hot Springs 605.745.7400 accouterrental.com

Battle Mountain Humane Society 27254 Wind Cave Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.7283 Bills Heating and Cooling 645 S. 6th St., Hot Springs 605.745.6510 billsheatingandcooling. com Black Hills Area Community Foundation 803 St. Joseph St., Rapid City 605.718.0112 bhacf.org Black Hills Electric Cooperative 25191 Cooperative Way, Custer 605.673.4461 bhec.coop Black Hills Energy 7001 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Rapid City 888.890.5554 blackhillsenergy.com Black Hills Exteriors 712 University Ave., Ste. B, Hot Springs 605.716.7663 bhexteriors.com Black Hills Special Services 737 University Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.3408 Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary 12165 Highland Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.5955 wildmustangs.com

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Heidebrink Properties LLC Hot Springs 605.685.3904

Built Right Roofing & Construction 405 Canal St. #2000, Rapid City 605.484.1938 builtrightrapidcity.com CBH Co-op 742 Jennings Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.5215 cbhcoop.com Coca Cola/AquaPure 2150 Coca Cola Ln., Rapid City 800.658.3638 coca-colahighcountry.com Culligan Water Systems 715 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.3196 southernhillsculligan.com Cultural Development Organization PO Box 1044, Hot Springs cdohotsprings2006@ gmail.com hotspringscdo.org Fall River Thrift Store 112 S Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.3400 Farrell Law Firm, P.L. L.C. 441 North River St., Hot Springs 605.745.5263 Golden West Telecommunications 1510 National Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.3103 goldenwest.com

High Country Erectors 1100 SD-71, Hot Springs 605.745.6200 highcountryerectors.net Hot Springs Elks Lodge #1751 605.890.2321 Hot Springs Farmers Market Centennial Park (mid-June – September) 605.517.8608 Hot Springs Public Library 2005 Library Dr., Hot Springs 605.745.3151 hotspringspubliclibrary .com Hot Springs School District 1747 Lincoln Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.4145 hssd.k12.sd.us

Kieffer Sanitation 2426 E. St. Patrick St., Rapid City 605.342.5575 gokieffer.com

Parker Spray Foam Insulation & Coatings 12537 Clayton Dr., Hot Springs 605.515.4388

Kristian Bilbrey, Hair Artist 145 N 16th St, Hot Springs 605.661.0325

Pirate’s Septic and Construction 27679 US-385, Hot Springs 605.745.7115

Lasting Impressions Unlimited (LIU) 13830 SD Hwy. 40, Hermosa 605.201.1021 liuawards.com

Polished Salon & Spa 401 N. River St., Hot Springs 605.745.3336

Life Weavings Expressions Hot Springs 253.258.1246 lifeweavingsexpressions. com McGas LLC 1100 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.5959 mcgas.biz

HUB International 505 N. River St. #1, Hot Springs 605.745.6014 hubinternational.com

Mosset Construction 12935 Badger Clark Rd., Hot Springs 605.745.3889 mossetconstruction.com

Hustead Law Office, P.C. 145 N Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.5161

Nelson’s Oil & Gas 1346 Galveston Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.4189 nelsonoilandgas.com

Keep Hot Springs Beautiful Hot Springs 605.745.4896 keephotspringsbeautiful. org

Noah Foundation Alliance Hot Springs 605.228.6784

Rail House Construction LLC 27629 Scenic Rd., Hot Springs 605.515.8774 railhouseconstruction@ gmail.com Rich Gross Solutions Inc 27426 Cedar Rd., Hot Springs 605.545.1864 or 855.247.1511 rgs24.com Save Our Sandstone saveoursandstone@gmail. com Sander Sanitation 4761 Sturgis Rd., Rapid City 605.342.1088 sandersanitation.com Schaefer Insurance 646 Jennings Ave., Ste. 18, Hot Springs 605.745.3940 Servall Uniforms & Linens 312 Main St., Rapid City 605.343.0680 servall.net

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Veterans Helping Hands Project 605.719.8447 operationvhhp.com

Southern Hills Economic Development 636 Jennings, #11, Hot Springs 605.745.3551

Westside Storage 800 S. 14th St., Hot Springs 605.890.1066 westsidehotsprings.com

Southern Hills Recreation Initiative Hot Springs southernhillsrecreation. org Southern Hills Septic PO Box 13, Buffalo Gap 605.920.8936 Springs Senior Center 206 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.6123 State Farm Insurance Bill Graves 338 S. Chicago St., Hot Springs 605.745.4200 billgraves.net U.S. Forest Service 1801 Hwy. 18 Bypass, Hot Springs 605.745.4107 United Way of the Black Hills 621 6th St., Ste. 100, Rapid City 605.343.5872 unitedwayblackhills.org

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Simon Contractors of SD 1700 School St., Hot Springs 605.745.5206 simonteam.com

Wilson Electric Hot Springs 605.890.6244 Wind Cave Storage LLC 27095 Highway 385, Hot Springs 605.515.9063 windcavestorage.com Workforce Diversity Network of the Black Hills 505 Kansas City St., Rapid City 605.787.2590 wdnbh.org YesCo Outdoor Media LLC 1740 E. North St., Rapid City 605.791.0667 yesco.com Zonta Club of the Southern Black Hills Custer 605.390.8250 zontacluboftheblackhills. org Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce 801 S. 6th St., Hot Springs 605.745.4140 hotsprings-sd.com hschamber@gwtc.net

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We are located 9 miles south of Rapid City on HWY 16 — the road to Mount Rushmore.

STAY AND PLAY IN KEYSTONE

Mining was just the beginning for Keystone; we’ve built on our history to become your Black Hills destination for thrills and amusement.

The Presidential Treatment Following the discovery of gold in nearby Battle Creek, a group of American and British stockholders

acquired more than 1,100 mining locations including the Keystone Mine, which spurred a new settlement in 1891. The discovery of a rich gold strike at the base of Mount Aetna in 1894 led to a mining boom that caused Keystone’s population to swell, aided by the Burlington Northern Railroad in 1900. Tourism surpassed mining in 1927 when sculptor Gutzon Borglum chose nearby Mount Rushmore as the location for his monument to four American presidents, and Keystone

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When Thomas C. Blair found gold, he named his claim “Keystone” after his home state of Pennsylvania.. Pennsylvania

Carrie and Mary Ingalls of “Little House on the Prairie” fame lived and died in Keystone. Keystone.

Mining came to a halt when WWI broke out and closed any mines not producing war metals and materials. materials.

Keystone is best known as the gateway to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, but this community nestled in the center of the Black Hills offers plenty to keep visitors entertained right in the heart of town. With an eclectic mix of shops, museums and outdoor attractions, there’s fun for everybody in the family.

KEYSTONE

Where Tourism Started in the Black Hills When Keystone became the home to Mount Rushmore National Memorial, it launched an entire industry of tourism. Now, this quaint town is a hub of activity for all ages.

has been a must-see destination ever since. Mount Rushmore is just two miles away, but be sure to take a leisurely drive along Iron Mountain Road, with its famous “pigtail bridges,” for unique views of the Monument. Visit the memorial, but also learn the story behind it here in

town. You’ll learn about the mountain and the process that made it happen. The Borglum Historical Center honors the famed sculptor with multiple interactive films and exhibits. If four presidents barely whet your appetite, the National Presidential Wax Museum depicts lifelike

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recreations and includes a self-guided audio tour. Play & Stay in Keystone There are plenty of familyfriendly attractions located in town. Sky-high adventure awaits as you zipline through the pines, race a mountain coaster through exhilarating twists and turns and tackle 45

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Big Thunder Gold Mine wasn’t the most prolific in town, but it was the safest.

a challenging aerial maze. Prefer a more grounded experience? Take a seat for a ride on the 1880 Train to Hill City, or go deeper with a guided cave tour. Be sure to check out oneof-a-kind shops offering everything from healing rocks to homemade sweets. Don’t forget to grab a memento to remember your trip from one of the souvenir shops along the boardwalk or specialty and antique stores downtown. No matter what draws you in during your stay in Keystone, we’ll make sure your vacation is memorable and full of Black Hills fun. COMMUNITIES

Nearby Needles Highway took an estimated 150,000 pounds of dynamite to construct.

20 YEARS OF THE DAHLS

GOLD!

winning sculptures began in

found around Keystone.

The journey to award

2004 for Jarrett and Jordan

Two forms of gold can be

Dahl. They found their

Placer gold is residual flakes

at the age of 18 and 16 on a

in river beds. This form was

passion in chainsaw carving fishing trip to Alaska. Dahl’s Chainsaw Art in Keystone

was founded in the summer of 2007. Since then, the

company has expanded to

include 5 different locations

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The faces on Mount Rushmore are 60 feet tall — including 20-foot-tall noses and 18-foot-wide mouths!

or nuggets found by panning first discovered two miles

east of town and is abundant in the area, but the depth of deposits make placer gold impractical to extract.

throughout South Dakota.

Lode gold forms in veins

years of carving, receive

is more profitable because of

To help celebrate 20

a 10% discount this May on any regular priced

carvings at our Keystone location.

within the earth’s surface and larger deposit sizes. However, the use of explosives and risk of tunnels caving in makes it dangerous to obtain.

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THINGS TO SEE Attractions 1880 Train 103 Winter St., Keystone 605.574.2222 1880train.com Big Thunder Gold Mine (page 49) 604 Blair St., Keystone 605.666.4847 bigthundermine.com Black Hills Glass Blowers 909 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.666.4542 blackhillsglassblowers.com Black Hills Helicopters, Inc 24035 Hwy 16A, Keystone 605.255.4354 tours@blackhillshelicopters. com Dahl’s Chainsaw Art 121 Roy St., Keystone 612.834.1149 dahlschainsawart keystone.com Holy Terror Mini Golf 609 US-16A, Keystone 605.666.5170 holyterrorminigolf.com Keystone Area Historical Museum 410 3rd St., Keystone 605.666.4494

Mount Rushmore National Memorial 13000 Hwy 244, Keystone 605.574.2523 nps.gov/moru

Sprockets Fun Foundry (page 42) 221 Swanzey St., Keystone 605.666.4242 sprockets.fun

National Presidential Wax Museum (page 49) 609 US-16A, Keystone 605.666.4455 presidentialwax museum.com

Nearby Attractions Bear Country USA 13820 S. Hwy. 16, Rapid City 605.343.2290 bearcountryusa.com

Rushmore Borglum Story Museum 342 Winter St., Keystone 800.888.4369 Rush Mountain Adventure Park (page 16) 13622 Hwy 40, Keystone 605.255.4384 rushmtn.com Rushmore Cave (page 16) 13622 US-40, Keystone 605.255.4384 rushmtn.com Rushmore Helicopters Inc. (page 49) 313 Speck Center Rd., Keystone 605.673.2163 coptertours.com Rushmore Tramway Adventures 203 Cemetery Rd., Keystone 605.666.4478 rushmoretramway adventures.com

Crazy Horse Memorial® (inside front cover) 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse 605.673.4681 crazyhorse.org Custer State Park (page 1) 13329 US Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.255.4515 gfp.sd.gov Fort Hays Chuckwagon (page BC) 2255 Fort Hays Rd., Rapid City 605.343.3113 mountrushmoretours.com Four Mile Old West Town 19921 UW-Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.3905 four-mile-old-west-town -museum.business.site Reptile Gardens (page 20) 8955 S. Hwy. 16, Rapid City 605.342.5873 / 800.335.0275 reptilegardens.com

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Rockin R. Rides Inc. 24853 Village Ave., Custer 605.673.2999 rockingrtrailrides.com Arts & Entertainment Black Hills Glass Blowers 909 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.666.4542 blackhillsglassblowers.com Shopping / Retail Dahl’s Chainsaw Art 121 Roy St., Keystone 612.834.1149 dahlschainsawart keystone.com Keystone Convenience 424 Hwy 16A, Keystone 605.666.4732 Maverick Black Hills Souvenir 342 Winter St., Keystone 386.679.6796 Xanterra Travel Collection 102 Winter St., Keystone 605.574.2515 mtrushmorenational memorial.com

Tours / Transportation Affordable Adventure Tours 5542 Meteor St., Rapid City 605.342.7691 affordableadventures bh.com Black Hills Above & Beyond Tours 605.645.4210 Black Hills Helicopters, Inc 24035 Hwy 16A, Keystone 605.255.4354 tours@blackhillshelicopters. com Black Hills Open Top Tours 605.791.0268 blackhillsopentoptours.com GeoFunTrek Tours 605.430.1531 geofuntrek.com Rushmore Helicopters Inc. (page 49) 313 Speck Center Rd., Keystone 605.673.2163 coptertours.com

WHERE TO STAY

Hotels / Motels Brookside Motel, The Comfort Inn & Suites 321 Swanzey St., Keystone 605.666.4925 choicehotels.com/keystone/ comfort-Inn

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Deadwood Gulch Gaming Resort Trademark Collection by Wyndham 304 Cliff St., Deadwood 605.644.7745 / 855.999.7284 wyndhamhotels.com/ trademark/deadwood Howard Johnson 950 North St., Rapid City 605.737.4656 hojorapidcity.com Keystone Boardwalk Inn & Suites 250 Winter St., Keystone 605.666.4990 rushmorevacations.com Magnuson Grand Rushmore View Inn 522 US-16A, Keystone 605.666.4638 Roosevelt Inn 206 Cemetery Rd., Keystone 605.666.4599 rooseveltinnkeystone.com Lodges / Resorts Battle Creek Vacations 404 Reed St., Keystone 605.666.4800 battlecreekvacations.com K Bar S Lodge 434 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.666.4545 kbarslodge.com Under Canvas Mount Rushmore 24342 Presidio Ranch Rd., Keystone 406.936.3483 undercanvas.com 51

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Outdoor Adventure Black Hills Wilderness Edge Adventures (page 46) 1315 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.391.6551 blackhillswilderness edge.com

Vanishing Trails Lodge 24482 Nelson Rd., Hermosa 605.430.5325 vanishingtrailslodge@gmail. com Cabins / Campgrounds American Pines Cabins 1315 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.666.5475 americanpines.com Ghost Canyon Getaway 13583 Ghost Canyon Rd., Hermosa 218.232.6359 ghostcanyongetaway.com Kemp’s Kamp 1022 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.666.4654 kempskamp.com Rushmore View RV Park 522 S. US-16A, Keystone 605.666.4638 B&Bs / Vacation Homes Battle Creek Vacations 404 Reed St., Keystone 605.666.4800 battlecreekvacations.com

GRAB A BITE

Dining / Restaurants Big Thunder Family Bar & Grill (page 49) 308 1st St., Keystone 605.666.4847 bigthundermine.com

Ruby House Restaurant 124 Winter St., Keystone 605.666.4404 rubyhousekeystone.com

Prairie Berry Winery (page 103) 23837 Hwy. 385, Hill City prairieberry.com

Coffee / Espresso Grapes & Grinds (page 48) 609 US-16A, Keystone 605.666.5142 grapesgrinds.com

Local Services Keystone Country Store 408 1st St., Keystone 605.666.4912

Presidential Perks 604 Blair St., Keystone 605.415.3263 Desserts / Sweets Grapes & Grinds (page 48) 609 US-16A, Keystone 605.666.5142 grapesgrinds.com Wild West Soda & Pecan Company 111 Swanzey St., Keystone wildwestpecan.com Wine / Beer / Spirits Big Thunder Family Bar & Grill (page 49) 308 1st St., Keystone 605.666.4847 bigthundermine.com Front Porch Restaurant and Bar 115 Swanzey St., Keystone 605.666.4041 Firehouse-Smokejumper Station 23858 US-385, Hill City 605.574.2916

McGas LLC Sturgis 605.347.3811 Nelson’s Gas & Oil 408 1st St., Keystone 605.666.4912 Traveler’s Magazine Rapid City 605.341.7064 Places of Worship Keystone Congregational United Church of Christ 402 Blair St., Keystone 605.666.4627 keystoneucc.com Our Lady of Mount Carmel 1014 Madill St., Keystone 605.574.2479 centralblackhillscatholic. com St. Rose Lima 305 Pine Ave., Hill City 605.574.2479 centralblackhillscatholic. com Community Resources Borns Group 503 Brown County 19 N., Aberdeen 605.226.3356 bornsgroup.com COMMUNITIES

Southern Hills Publishing 522 Mt. Rushmore Rd. Custer 605.673.2217 custercountychronicle.com

Holy Terror Days Association & The Haunting Keystone 605.666.4847

Keystone Visitor Information Center 110 Swanzey St., Keystone 605.666.4896 / 605.786.3035 visitkeystonesd.com

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Evergreen Media 329 Main St., Ste. 1 Rapid City 605.343.7684 evergreenmediarc.com

HomeSlice Media Group 333 West Blvd., Ste. 200, Rapid City 605.343.6161 thehomeslicegroup.com Interstate Engineering 120 Industrial Dr., Ste. 2 Spearfish 605.642.4772 interstateeng.com Krull’s Market 531 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2717 krullsmarket.com Mount Rushmore Telephone Company 320 1st St., Keystone 605.666.4411 Pennington County SD PO Box 6160 130 Kansas City St., Ste. 100, Rapid City 605.394.2171 pennco.org

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DISCOVERY AND ADVENTURE Custer’s rich history goes hand-in-hand with the discovery of gold. But there’s more treasure to be found in this pristine community.

Custer’s 100-foot wide streets were designed so that ox teams pulling covered freight-wagons could make U-turns.

The first known sermon in Custer was given in a saloon! Legend doesn’t tell us which one, but there are plenty of lively places that fit the bill.

Custer State Park is home to one of the world’s largest bison herds. There are about 1,400 bison in the park.

Let Custer be your launchpad to adventure and discovery. Immerse yourself in the history of our community and be swept away by the sights and sounds of the area. Custer can be a treat for your sense of taste, too. Make sure to check out the variety of flavors that our locals are serving up. We’d also like to invite you to our 101st annual Gold Discovery Days Celebration. We hope you can join us! 101 Years of Discovery Custer’s history is steeped in the history of the Gold

Rush. For over 100 years, this community has come together to celebrate the discovery of gold near the town in 1874. Every summer, the community of Custer celebrates the occasion with a carnival, a car show, one of the largest parades in the Black Hills and so much more. Mark your calendars for the Gold Discovery Days Celebration. You won’t want to miss it. Adventure is Waiting It was the land that first brought settlers to Custer when gold was discovered. Would you like to experience COMMUNITIES

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Spring/Summer ATV/UTVing Horseback Riding Fall/Winter Snowshoeing Fat Tire Biking Population 1,949 (2022) Elevation 5,315 feet

the area around Custer like the first settlers did? There is no shortage of trails for hiking and horseback riding near town. In fact, there are dozens of miles of trail in our area. We also have multiple access points to the 109-mile-long Mickelson Trail. Need more adrenaline in

your adventure? Rentals in town will get you the highspeed rush you’re seeking. We have slingshots available to whip around corners or rugged ATVs, UTVs or jeeps to traverse miles of trail with agility and power. You can also book a jeep tour through Custer State Park and get up close to the

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wildlife. Nearby Sylvan and Stockade Lakes are the perfect place for all kinds of water sports. Enjoy kayaking, canoeing or paddle boarding. The craggy granite peaks around the banks provide beautiful backdrops no matter what sport you choose. 59

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Nearby Crazy Horse Memorial® is the largest Mountain Carving in Progress in the world.

A Bite to Eat Downtown Custer is a foodie’s paradise. Cuisine of almost any variety can be found here. Mexican, Italian and more can all be enjoyed in the idyllic surroundings of our town. From one of the best burgers you’ll ever taste, to an elevated fine dining experience, you’ll be sure to find whatever you’re craving. We’re also the home to Mt. Rushmore Brewing Company. Make sure to sample some of these suds while visiting. And don’t skip dessert! Grab a slice of pie or some ice cream to make your dining experience complete while visiting Custer. COMMUNITIES

Big Rock Park in Custer covers 73 acres — including Pageant Hill and the Custer Skywalk Trail. It rewards hikers with breathtaking panoramic views.

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In January, Custer hosts the Bark Beetle Blues. It’s a homage to the blue tint in wood eaten by the bug, but also to the devastation it’s wrought on nearby forests.

THROUGH THE AIR

The majesty of the Black Hills — and especially the granite

formations that surround Custer — is only amplified when seen from the air. Hop in a helicopter and get ready to see

the outdoors from a breathtaking new perspective. Cruise

past Mount Rushmore and wave at the presidents, or get up close and personal with Crazy Horse; this aerial adventure won’t disappoint!

Prefer to experience nature at a more leisurely pace? The

Black Hills has a long history with hot air balloons, and there is no experience quite like floating in a wicker basket. Drift

along and catch the currents at daybreak to see the beauty surrounding Custer on all sides.

Regardless of your preferred mode of exploration, we’re excited to host you while you explore. Custer is the best

base for your adventures from all perspectives; whether they be on land, in the water or through the air.

THINGS TO SEE

Attractions 1881 Courthouse Museum 411 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2443 1881courthousemuseum. com Adventure Rentals 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4540 adventurerentalssd.com Black Hills Aerial Adventures (page 54) 24564 US Hwy. 16/385, Custer 605.673.2163 coptertours.com

Crazy Horse Memorial® (inside front cover) 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs 605.673.4681 crazyhorsememorial.org

Jewel Cave National Monument 11149 US Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.8300 nps.gov/jeca

Custer Beacon, The Mt. Rushmore Rd. and 4th St, Custer 605.673.5230 custerbeacon.com

Mickelson Trail Trail office: 11361 Nevada Gulch Rd., Lead 605.584.3896 gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/ george-s--mickelson-trail/

Custer Farmers’ Market 351 Washington St., Custer 605.673.3800 Custer State Park (page 1) 13329 US Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.255.4515 gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/ custer-state-park

Black Hills Balloons 747 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer (Reservations required) 605.673.2520 blackhillsballoons.com

Four Mile Old West Town & Campground 11921 W. US Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.3905 or 605.338.1527 fourmileoldwest.com

Black Hills Playhouse (page 48) 24834 S Playhouse Rd, Custer 605.255.4141 blackhillsplayhouse.com

Frontier Photo 523 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Ste. A, Custer 605.673.4660 frontierphotos.com

Blue Bell Hayride Chuck Wagon Cookout 25453 Hwy. 87, Custer 605.255.4531 custerresorts.com Blue Bell Stables - Trail Rides 25453 Hwy. 87, Custer 605.255.4531 custerresorts.com

Game On! LLC 605.646.2450 thegameontruck.com Grizzly Gulch Adventure Golf 231 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.1708

Old Pine Social 757 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2933 oldpinesocial.com Overland America Corp 750 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2650 oa-us.com Pleasant Valley Farm & Cabins 11780 Pleasant Valley Rd., Custer 605.673.2986 pleasantvalleyfarm andcabins.com Rockin’ R Rides Inc. 520.349.6078 rockingrtrailrides.com Rocky Knolls Golf Course 12181 W. US-16, Custer 605.673.4481 rockyknollsgolfcourse.com Sylvan Rocks Climbing School & Guide Service (page 55) 632 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.484.7585 sylvanrocks.com

Indian Museum of North America at Crazy Horse Memorial® (Inside Front Buffalo Safari Jeep Rides Cover) 13389 Hwy. 16A, Custer 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, 605.255.4541 Crazy Horse The Cruisin’ Canvas custerresorts.com 605.673.4681 970.481.8183 crazyhorsememorial.org/ thecruisincanvas.com 62 COMMUNITIES dream

Bear Country USA 13820 South Highway 16, Rapid City 605.343.2290 bearcountryusa.com Chapel in the Hills 3788 Chapel Lane, Rapid City 605.342.8281 chapel-in-the-hills.org Mammoth Site (page 3) 1800 US 18 By-Pass, Hot Springs 605.745.6017 mammothsite.org Moccasin Springs (page 30) 1829 Minnekahta Ave, Hot Springs 605.745.7625 moccasinsprings.com Mount Rushmore National Memorial 13000 Highway 244 Building 31, Suite 1, Keystone 605.574.2523 nps.gov/moru/index.htm Putt4Fun 640 S 6th St, Hot Springs 605.745.3130 hotspringshillsinn.com Reptile Gardens (page 20) 8955 S Highway 16, Rapid City 605.342.5873 reptilegardens.com Rush Mountain Adventure Park (page 16) 13622 Highway 40, Keystone 605.255.4384 rushmnt.com

South Dakota Air & Space Museum 2890 Rushmore Dr., Ellsworth AFB 605.385.5189 sdairandspacemuseum. com Sprockets Fun Foundry (page 42) 221 Swanzey Street, Keystone 605.666.4242 sprockets.fun Wind Cave National Park 26611 US Hwy 385, Hot Springs 605.745.4600 nps.gov/wica World Fossil Finder Museum LLC 719 Jensen Hwy, Hot Springs 605.745.5007 worldfossilfindermuseum. com Outdoor Adventure Adventure Rentals 444 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4540 adventurerentalssd.com Black Hills Balloons 747 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer (Reservations required) 605.673.2520 blackhillsballoons.com Black Hills National Forest, Supervisors Office 1019 N. 5th St., Custer 605.673.9200 fs.usda.gov/blackhills

Black Hills Power Bike Rentals & Boutique 1029 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Ste. A, Custer 605.673.2405 COMMUNITIES blackhillspowerbikes.com

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Nearby Attractions 1880 Train 222 Railroad Ave, Hill City 605.574.2222 1880train.com

Blue Bell Hayride Chuck Wagon Cookout 25453 Hwy. 87, Custer 605.255.4531 custerresorts.com Buffalo Safari Jeep Rides 13389 Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.255.4541 custerresorts.com High Mountain Outfitters 516 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4050 Legion Lake (Water Sports) 12967 Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.255.4521 custerresorts.com Mickelson Trail Trail office: 11361 Nevada Gulch Rd., Lead 605.584.3896 gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/ george-s--mickelson-trail/ Mickelson Trail Affiliates 605.673.5154 mickelsontrailaffiliates. com Overland America Corp Custer 605.673.2650 oa-us.com Rockin R Rides, Inc 520.349.6078 rockingrtrailrides.com Rocky Knolls Golf Course 12181 W. US-16, Custer 605.673.4481 rockyknollsgolfcourse.com

South Dakota Outdoor Shop (page 55) 632 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2240 southdakotaoutdoorshop. com Sylvan Lake (Water Sports) 24572 Hwy. 87, Custer 605.574.2561 custerresorts.com Sylvan Rocks Climbing School & Guide Service (page 55) 632 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.484.7585 sylvanrocks.com Nearby Outdoor Adventure Bear Country USA 13820 South Highway 16, Rapid City 605.343.2290 bearcountryusa.com Rabbit Bicycles and Giddy Up & Go Shuttle Service 175 Walnut Ave, Hill City 605.574.4302 rabbitbicyclessd.com Rush Mountain Adventure Park 13622 Highway 40, Keystone 605.255.4384 rushmtn.com Arts / Entertainment Art Expressions Gallery of Custer 17 N. 5th St. Custer, SD 605.673.3467 facebook.com/ ArtExpressions GalleryinCuster

Black Hills Playhouse (page 48) 24834 S. Playhouse Rd., Custer 605.255.4141 blackhillsplayhouse.com

Shopping / Retail A Walk in the Woods 506 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.6400 walkwoods.com

Custer Beacon, The 351 Washington St., Custer 605.673.3800 custerbeacon.com

Altitude Gifts & Sweet Shoppe 528 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2702

Deep Creek Art Gallery 26 S. 6th St., Custer 312.505.4592 Indian Museum of North America at Crazy Horse Memorial® (page Inside Front Cover) 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse 605.673.4681 crazyhorsememorial.org Paul Horsted Books & Photography 605.673.3685 paulhorsted.com The Cruisin’ Canvas 970.481.8183 thecruisincanvas.com Nearby Arts / Entertainment Chapel in the Hills 3788 Chapel Lane, Rapid City 605.342.8281 chapel-in-the-hills.org Lasting Impressions Unlimited 13830 SD Hwy 40, Hermosa 605.201.1021 or 605.201.1020 liudesigns.com

Teagan Franz Photography 11914 Mountain Lion Ln, Hot Springs 612.616.3739 64 tfranzphotography.com

Art Expressions Gallery of Custer 17 N. 5th St. Custer, SD 605.673.3467 facebook.com/ ArtExpressions GalleryinCuster Black Hills Candle blackhillscandlesd.com Black Hills Power Bike Rentals & Boutique 1029 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Ste. A, Custer 605.673.2405 blackhillspowerbikes.com Busy Ewe Farm & Fiber 25743 Carroll Creek Rd., Custer 605.440.0316 busyewefarmfibers.com Carson Drug 521 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2225 carsondrugsd.com Claw, Antler & Hide Inc. 735 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4345 clawantlerhide.com Common Cents Convenience Store 24 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4491 COMMUNITIES

Frontier Photo 523 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Ste. A, Custer 605.673.4660 frontierphotos.com

Custer County Candy Co. 449 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.3911 custercountycandyco.com

Good Karma Jewelry 507 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3047 or 605.214.3551 goodkarmacusterstore. com

Custer Do It Best Hardware & Lumber 603 Crook St., Custer 605.673.3777 Custer Farmer’s Market Way Park - Mt. Rushmore Rd. & 4th St., Custer 605.673.5230 Custer Senior Center & Gift Shop 538 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2708 custerseniorcenter.org Custer’s Last Stop (page 7) 429 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.939.1978 custers-last-stop.square. site Dakota Greens Custer Greenhouses & Nursery 25086 Shamrock Rd., Custer 605.673.2510 or 605.440.0391 dakotagreensofcuster.com Deep Creek Art Gallery 26 S. 6th St., Custer 312.505.4592 French Creek Supply – Napa Auto Parts 25154 Little Teton Rd, Custer 605.673.4008 napaonline.com

South Dakota Outdoor Shop (page 55) 632 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2240 southdakotaoutdoorshop. com Southern Hills Tactical LLC 25341 US Hwy. 385/89, Custer 605.673.3222 southernhillstactical.com

High Mountain Outfitters 516 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4050

Stage Stop Trading Post 640 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.209.3929

Hills Finest, The 609 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.517.5588 the-hills-finest.business. site

Stone Décor & Supply 503 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.204.5334 stonedecorandsupply.com

Jenny’s Floral 36 N. 6th St., Custer 605.673.3549 jennysfloral.com

US Flagpole Guy of the Black Hills 26671 Rimfire Rd, Custer 605.517.1703 usflagpoleguy.com

Korczak’s Heritage Gift Shop (page IFC) 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse 605.673.4681 shop.khonline.biz Lynn’s Dakotamart 800 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4463 lynnsdakotamart.com Quilted Buffalo 36 S. 6th St., Custer 605.673.2728 quiltedbuffalo.com

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Vector Design Print and Tech 1164 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.2740 vectordpt.com Nearby Shopping / Retail Lasting Impressions Unlimited 13830 SD Hwy 40, Hermosa 605.201.1021 or 605.201.1020 liudesigns.com Mount Rushmore Gift Shop 13000 SD Hwy 244, Bldg. 81, Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Keystone 605.574.2515 mtrushmorenational memorial.com/gift-shop

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Custer Ace Hardware 833 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2227 acehardware.com

Rabbit Bicycles and Giddy Up & Go Shuttle Service 175 Walnut Ave, Hill City 605.574.4302 rabbitbicyclessd.com Signs Now 1161 Deadwood Ave, Rapid City 605.721.6465 signsnow.com/rapidcity Tours / Transportation “Dave’s World Tours” & Shuttle Services Custer 605.673.1130 davesworldtours.com Black Hills Aerial Adventures (page 54) 24564 Hwy 16/385, Custer 605.673.2163 coptertours.com Black Hills Balloons 747 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer (passenger meeting area; Reservations required) 605.673.2520 blackhillsballoons.com Buffalo Safari Jeep Rides 13389 Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.255.4541 custerresorts.com Jewel Cave National Monument 11149 US Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.8300 nps.gov/jeca Nearby Tours / Transportation Rush Mountain Adventure Park (page 16) 13622 Highway 40, Keystone 605.255.4384 rushmtn.com

Wind Cave National Park 26611 US Hwy 385, Hot Springs 605.745.4600 nps.gov/wica

WHERE TO STAY Hotels/ Motels Bavarian Inn 855 N. 5th St., Custer 605.961.0203 bavarianinnsd.com

Best Western Buffalo Ridge Inn 310 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2275 or 605.574.1200 custerhospitality.com

EconoLodge 342 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4400 or 605.574.1200 custerhospitality.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites 433 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2500 or 605.574.1200 custerhospitality.com Kleemann House, The 619 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.209.3637 thekleemannhouse.com

Chalet Motel 933 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2393 chaletmotelcuster.com

Rocket Motel 211 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4401 rocketmotel.com

Chief Motel 120 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2318 chiefmotel.com

Shady Rest Motel & Cabins 238 Gordon St., Custer 605.673.4478 or 605.440.2509 shady-rest-motel.com

Comfort Inn & Suites 339 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3221 or 605.574.1200 custerhospitality.com

Super 8 Motel Custer/Crazy Horse Area 535 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2200 or 605.574.1200 custerhospitality.com

Days Inn of Custer 519 Crook St., Custer 605.673.4500 or 800.329.7466 wyndhamhotels.com/ days-inn/custer-southdakota/days-inn-custer/ overview EO Bungalows 28 N. 7th St., Custer 605.939.3388 eobungalows.com

Lodges / Resorts Blue Bell Lodge Resort 25453 SD Hwy. 87, Custer 888.875.0001 custerresorts.com Calamity Peak Lodge 12557 US Hwy 16A, Custer 605.673.2357 calamitypeaklodge.com COMMUNITIES

Eagle’s Landing Lodge 12046 US Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.3031 bookeagleslanding.com Legion Lake Lodge 12967 Hwy. 16A, Custer 888.875.0001 custerresorts.com Outlaw Ranch 12703 Outlaw Ranch Rd., Custer 605.673.4040 losd.org/outlaw Rock Crest Lodge & Cabins 15 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4323 or 877.412.2246 rockcrestlodge.com State Game Lodge 13389 US Hwy. 16A, Custer 888.875.0001 custerresorts.com Sylvan Lake Lodge 24572 SD Hwy. 87, Custer 888.875.0001 custerresorts.com Cabins / Campgrounds Beaver Campground 12005 W US Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.2464 beaverlakecampground. net Big Pine Campground 12084 Big Pine Rd., Custer 605.673.4054 bigpinecampground.com

Black Hills Bungalows 24941 America Center Rd., Custer 605.673.5253 blackhillsbungalows.com

French Creek RV Park and Campground 144 S. 4th St., Custer 605.673.3727 frenchcreekrvpark.com

Broken Arrow Horse Camp & RV Campground 25446 Sidney Park Rd., Custer 605.517.1964 brokenarrowhorsecamp. com

Frenchy’s Hideaways 12251 Aviation Way, Custer 605.673.3353 frenchyshideaways.com

Buffalo Ridge Camp Resort 245 Centennial Dr., Custer 605.673.4664 or 605.574.1200 custerhospitality.com Camp Bob Marshall 25007 Camp Bob Marshall Rd., Custer 605.673.2730 Custer Mountain Cabins & Campground 12503 US Hwy. 16A, Custer 800.239.5505 custermountain.com Custer/Mt. Rushmore KOA 12021 US Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.4304 koa.com/campgrounds/ custer Custer State Park Lodging (page 1) 800.710.2267 custerresorts.com Custer’s Gulch RV Park & Campground 25112 Golden Valley Rd., Custer 605.673.4647 or 800.531.5923 custersgulch.com

EO Bungalows 28 N. 7th St., Custer 605.939.3388 COMMUNITIES eobungalows.com

Gold Camp Cabins 11965 Pleasant Valley Rd., Custer 605.673.2720 goldcampcabins.com Heritage Village Campground 24827 Village Ave., Crazy Horse 605.673.5005 K & S Stagecoach Stop 25043 Little Italy Rd., Custer 605.574.1331 airbnb.com/rooms/ 810301676246084024 Operation Black Hills Cabin (For Wounded Veterans) 605.517.1830 operationblackhillscabin. org Outlaw Ranch 12703 Outlaw Ranch Rd, Custer 605.673.4040 losd.org/outlaw Pleasant Valley Farm & Cabins 11780 Pleasant Valley Rd., Custer 605.673.2986 pleasantvalleyfarm andcabins.com Stockade Lake Cabin 25071 Morris Pl., Custer 308.430.5490 stockadelakecabin.com

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Creekside Lodge 13389 Hwy. 16A, Custer 888.875.0001 custerresorts.com

Sunset RV Park 12246 Sunset Ln., Custer 605.517.9017 sunsetrvcuster.com B&Bs / Vacation Homes Air Bee-N-Bee 12376 Beaver Den Dr., Custer 605.440.1988 airbnb.com Custer Farmhouse Downtown 819 Mt. Rushmore Rd. Unit A, Custer 605.389.3606 blackhillsfamilyvacations. com Custer Rambler Downtown 819 Mt. Rushmore Rd. Unit B, Custer 605.389.3606 blackhillsfamilyvacations. com Dakota Dream Bed and Breakfast & Horse Hotel (page 109) 12350 Moss Rock Ln., Custer 701.690.4801 dakotadreambandb.com Diane’s Custer Vacation Rental Custer 605.673.4318 airbnb.com Elk Haven Vacation Cabins 25050 Little Italy Rd., Custer 605.673.4343 elkhavenvacationcabins. com K & S Stagecoach Stop 25043 Little Italy Rd., Custer 605.574.1331 airbnb.com/rooms/ 810301676246084024

Little Wicked Inn (with Wicked Espresso) 5 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3999 littlewickedinn.com

TC Horsecamp LLC 25749 Horsecamp Rd., Custer 605.673.3249 tcranchhorsecamp.net

Peaceful Meadows LLC 25432/ 25444 Sidney Park Rd. https://www.vrbo. com/1840953

Nearby Places to Stay Double Diamond Ranch 23818 Hwy 385, Rapid City 605.574.4560 or 605.381.7470 doublediamondcabins. com

Rushmore Vacation Rentals 888.934.1116 rushmorevacationrentals. com Stockade Lake Cabin 25071 Morris Pl., Custer 308.430.5490 http://www. stockadelakecabin.com/ Tanglewood Estate 24977 Tanglewood Dr., Custer 507.530.0155 Travel Custer 605.872.9099 travelcuster.com Horse Facilities Broken Arrow Horse Camp & RV Campground 25446 Sidney Park Rd., Custer 605.517.1964 brokenarrowhorsecamp. com Dakota Dream Bed and Breakfast & Horse Hotel (page 109) 12350 Moss Rock Ln., Custer 701.690.4801 dakotadreambandb.com

French Creek Horse Camp 13016 N Lame Johnny Rd., Custer 800.710.2267 68 campsd.com

Hidden Lake Campground & Resort (page 7) 27291 Evans St, Hot Springs 605.745.4042 campathiddenlake.com Hills Inn 640 S 6th St., Hot Springs 605.745.3130 hotspringshillsinn.com J&J Hospitality 550 N 5th St., #315, Rapid City 605.646.3739 jandjhospitality.com Mt. Rushmore Resort & Lodge at Palmer Gulch 12620 Hwy 244, Hill City 605.574.2525 palmergulch.com Pine Rest Cabins 24063 Hwy 385, Hill City 605.877.1908 pinerestcabins.com Spokane Creek Cabins & Campground 24631 Iron Mountain Rd., Keystone 605.666.4609 spokanecreek.com

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GRAB A BITE

Dining / Restaurants Bakers Bakery & Café 541 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2253 www.bakersbakery.biz Begging Burro Mexican Bistro & Tequila Bar (page 5, 60) 529 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3300 beggingburro.com Black Hills Burger & Bun Co. 441 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3411 blackhillsburgerandbun. com Blue Bell Lodge Dining Room 25453 SD Hwy. 87, Custer 605.255.4531 or 888.875.0001 custerresorts.com Buglin’ Bull Restaurant & Sports Bar 511 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4477 buglinbull.com Calamity Jane’s Coffee Shop & Grill 512 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2269 calamityjanecoffeeshop. com

Custer Beacon, The 351 Washington St., Custer 605.673.3800 custerbeacon.com Custer Deli 437 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3113 or 605.517.0669 Custer’s Last Stop (page 7) 429 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.939.1978 custers-last-stop.square. site Custer Wolf Food & Drink, The 506 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.9653 custerwolf.com DerfBurgers 605.517.2999 derfburger.com Feel Good Cafe 907 N. 5th St., Custer 605.961.0202 bavarianinnsd.com Hjem A.M. 308 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.981.9047 hjemam.com Laughing Water Restaurant at Crazy Horse Memorial® (page IFC) 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs, Crazy Horse 605.673.4681 crazyhorsememorial.org/ story/laughing-waterrestaurant

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Legion Lake Lodge Dining Room 12967 US Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.255.4521 or 888.875.0001 custerresorts.com/dining Maria’s Mexican 607 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.6800 Miner’s Cup Coffee Co (page 54) 1021 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3882 minerscup.com Mt. Rushmore Brewing Co. (page 60, Inside Back Cover) 140 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4200 mtrushmorebrewing company.com Our Place 738 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.5255 Pizza Hut 549 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3330 pizzahut.com Pizza Mill (page 55) 904 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3306 pizzamillcuster.com Pounding Fathers (page 60, Inside Back Cover) 140 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4200 mtrushmorebrewing company.com

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Under Canvas Mount Rushmore 24342 Presidio Ranch Rd., Keystone 406.936.3483 undercanvas.com

Purple Pie Place 19 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4070 purplepieplace.com Rocky Knolls Golf Course 12181 W. US-16, Custer 605.673.4481 rockyknollsgolfcourse.com Sage Creek Grille 611 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2424 sagecreekgrille.com Skogen Kitchen 29 N. 5th St., Custer 605.673.2241 skogenkitchen.com Sousleys Hillbilly Barbeque and Catering 605.360.2741 State Game Lodge Dining Room 13389 US Hwy. 16A, Custer State Park 605.255.4541 or 800.658.3530 custerresorts.com Subway 926 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2722 subway.com Sylvan Lake Lodge Dining Room 24572 SD Hwy. 87, Custer State Park 605.574.2561 or 888.875.0001 custerresorts.com

The Prairie Dog 32 N. 4th St., Custer 817.715.8676 theprairiedogsd.weebly. com Nearby Dining / Restaurants Carvers’ Marketplace at Mount Rushmore National Memorial 13000 SD Hwy 244, Bldg. 81, Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, Keystone 605.574.2515 mtrushmorenational memorial.com/dining Prairie Berry Winery & Miner Brewing Company (page 103) 23837 Hwy 385, Hill City 877.226.9453 prairieberry.com Coffee / Espresso Bakers Bakery & Café 541 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2253 www.bakersbakery.biz Calamity Jane’s Coffee Shop & Grill 512 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2269 calamityjanecoffeeshop. com Feel Good Cafe 907 N. 5th St., Custer 605.961.0202 bavarianinnsd.com Good Karma Jewelry 507 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3047 or 605.215.3551 goodkarmacusterstore. com

Miner’s Cup Coffee Co (page 54) 1021 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3882 minerscup.com Wicked Espresso 5 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.3999 wickedespresso.com Desserts / Sweets Custer County Candy Co. 449 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3911 custercountycandyco.com Horatio’s Homemade Ice Cream 548 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4009 horatiosicecream.com Purple Pie Place 19 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4070 purplepieplace.com Wine / Beer / Spirits Begging Burro Mexican Bistro & Tequila Bar (page 5, 60) 529 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3300 beggingburro.com Buglin’ Bull Restaurant & Sports Bar 511 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4477 buglinbull.com Common Cents Convenience Store 24 W. Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4491 COMMUNITIES

Custer Wolf Food & Drink, The 506 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.9653 custerwolf.com Custer’s Last Stop (page 7) 429 Mt Rushmore Rd 605.939.1978 custers-last-stop.square. site Gold Pan Saloon, The 508 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.8850 facebook.com/GOLD PANSALOONSD Lynn’s Dakotamart 800 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4463 lynnsdakotamart.com Mt. Rushmore Brewing Co. (page 60, Inside Back Cover) 140 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4200 mtrushmore brewingcompany.com Old Pine Social 757 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2933 oldpinesocial.com Rocky Knolls Golf Course 12181 W. US-16, Custer 605.673.4481 rockyknollsgolfcourse.com

VFW Post 3442 & Auxiliary 721 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4262 vfw.org Nearby Wine / Beer / Spirits Prairie Berry Winery & Miner Brewing Company (page 103) 23837 Hwy 385, Hill City 877.226.9453 prairieberry.com Sprockets Fun Foundry (page 42) 221 Swanzey Street, Keystone 605.666.4242 sprockets.fun

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Accounting / Finance Ameriprise Financial 1369 Montgomery St, Custer 605.673.3501 or 800.818.1314 ameripriseadvisors.com/ randy.w.ellis Black Hills Federal Credit Union 1135 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.718.1818 or 800.482.2428 bhfcu.com Dacotah Bank 35 S. 6th St., Custer 605.673.5800 dacotahbank.com Edward Jones – Mark Koch 27 N 6th St, Custer 605.673.2644 edwardjones.com/us-en/ financial-advisor/markkoch

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Edward Jones – Kris Zerbe 245 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.4092 or 888.220.6597 edwardjones.com/ us-en/financial-advisor/ kris-zerbe First Interstate Bank 648 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2215 firstinterstatebank.com Freedom Hills Wealth Management 39 N. 4th St, Custer 605.673.2367 raymondjames.com/ freedomhillswm H & R Block 648 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Suite 1, Custer 605.673.6063 hrblock.com Highmark Credit Union 602 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4444 or 605.716.4444 highmarkfcu.com Lenny Merriam, CPA, CFE, PLLC 605.673.2125 lennymerriamcpa.com Sentinel FCU 18 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.923.1405 or 888.923.1400 sentinelfcu.org Tennyson Investments, LLC 35 South 4th St, Custer 605.673.2350

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Custer Beacon, The 351 Washington St., Custer 605.673.3800 custerbeacon.com

Nearby Accounting / Finance Black Hills Community Loan Fund 607 1/2 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Suite 105 Rapid City, SD 57701 605.519.5124 blackhillsloanfund.wixsite. com/mysite Ketel Thorstenson, LLP 810 Quincy St, Rapid City 605.342.5630 ktllp.com Architecture / Construction 21 Electric LLC 605.517.0710 Alpha Builders, LLC 605.440.1201 or 605.228.0943 alphabuilders.net Blind Guy Custom Window Coverings 605.722.4489 blindguy.com Craig Hindle Construction 605.673.1526 blackhillscontractor.com Custer Heating & Air Condition, Inc 25021 Sylvan Lake Rd, Custer 605.673.2957 custerheating.com Floors & More Cleaning & Restoration 605.517.0811 charlesferraro. wixsite.com/ customcarpetcleaning

Freeman’s Electric Service, Inc. 748 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.3701 or 605.342.4099 freemanselectricinc.com French Creek Tree Fellers, LLC 449 N 4th St, Custer 605.490.8212 facebook.com/FrenchCreek-Tree-FellersLLC-101444602179426 Hillside Handyman 605.517.1742 hillsidehandymansd.com Hillcrest HVAC & Appliance Pros 605.631.9005 Hillcrest-HVAC.com JAM Heating and Cooling 848.467.0245 Jorgensen Log Homes, Inc 11961 Pleasant Valley Rd, Custer 605.673.2720 jloghomes.com K2 Masonry & Concrete Inc 25727 Sidney Park Rd, Custer 605.673.2899 Kitchens by Karla 25021 Sylvan Lake Rd, Custer 605.580.0183 kitchensbykarla.com Mountain Time Electric 12390 Willow Creek Rd, Custer 605.450-9957

Nielsen Enterprises, LLC 24890 Sylvan Lake Rd, Custer 605.673.4701 or 605.673.1519 PDQ Construction Inc 308.760.6960 Reed’s Chimney Sweeping, Handyman & Caretaking 10216 Redbird Canyon, Custer 701.320.2552 Rock Solid Enterprises, LLC 1021 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.3059 rocksolidsd.com Studt Construction Inc 25078 Ruby Rd, Custer 605.673.2760 studtconstruction.com Tallgrass Landscape Architecture 413 N 4th St, Custer 605.673.3167 tallgrasslandscape architecture.com The Honest Painting Co. 605.440.1515 thehonestpaintingco.com Thomas Home Improvement 605.360.2741 Valkyrie Construction 605.941.9522 custervalkyrie construction.com WIN Home Inspection, Rapid City 12249 Walker Rd, Custer 605.519.5900 rapidcity.wini.com COMMUNITIES

Branch Construction Services, LLC 23855 Highway 385, Suite B, Hill City 605.574.2506 or 303.908.2825 constructionrapidcity.com Arts / Photography Art Expressions Gallery of Custer 17 N. 5th St., Custer 605.673.3467 facebook.com/ ArtExpressions GalleryinCuster Black Hills Playhouse (page 48) 24834 S Playhouse Rd, Custer 605.255.4141 blackhillsplayhouse.com Busy Ewe Farm & Fiber 25743 Carroll Creek Rd, Custer 605.440.0316 busyewefarmfibers.com Custer Area Arts Council custerareaarts.com Deep Creek Art Gallery 26 S 6th Street, Custer 312.505.4592 Green Owl Media & Photography 605.673.5154 greenowlmedia.com Jubilee J Photography 10216 Redbird Canyon, Custer 701.595.1072

Life Weaving Expressions 253.258.1246 lifeweavingsexpressions. com Paul Horsted Books & Photography 605.673.3685 paulhorsted.com Stone Décor and Supply 503 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.204.5334 stonedecorandsupply.com The Cruisin’ Canvas 970.481.8183 thecruisincanvas.com Nearby Arts / Photography Lasting Impressions Unlimited 13830 SD Hwy 40, Hermosa 605.201.1021/605.201.1020 liudesigns.com TeaganFranz Photography 11914 Mountain Lion Ln, hot Springs 612.616.3739 https://www. tfranzphotography.com Attorney / Law Offices Garland Goff, Attorney at Law, LLC 220 N 5th St, Custer 605.673.3529 custerlawyer.com NXTLAW PC PO Box 6036, Custer 303.253.7050 or 605.673.4774 nxtlaw.com Southern Hills Law, PLLC 40 N 5th Street Ste B, Custer 605.673.2503 southernhillslaw.com

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Nearby Architecture / Construction Al Cornella Refrigeration 208 St Onge St, Rapid City 605.348.4684 alcornella.com

Valhalla Legal, PLLC 763.957.2397 Auto / Travel Services Beecher Rock Vehicle Storage 25537 Galaxy Trail, Custer 605.673.1526 blackhillsvehiclestorage. com Black Hills Towing, LLC 25434 Sidney Park Rd., Custer 605.440.2018 or 605.440.0537 blackhillstowing.com Custer Car & Pet Wash 932 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4007 First Choice Lock and Key 605.440.0331 firstchoice-lock-key.com French Creek Supply – Napa Auto Parts 25154 Little Teton Rd, Custer 605.673.4008 napaonline.com LJ’s Recovery & Transport LLC 605.517.1709 ljsrecovery.com Murray Auto Repair 1029 Mt Rushmore Rd., Ste. D, Custer 605.673.4496 murrayautorepairsd.com Prairie Hills Transit 1215 Montgomery St, Custer 605.642.6668 or 877.673.3687 prairiehillstransit.com

Steele Collision & Glass 1025 Crook St., Custer 605.673.3443 steelecollisionsd.com

Computer / Web Barmore Enterprises 605.673.2000 or 605.440.0555

Barber Shop / Salon Allure Spa 21 N 4th St, Custer 605.673.6060

Green Owl Media & Photography 605.673.5154 greenowlmedia.com

An English Touch Day Spa 25389 McCurran Ranch Rd, Custer 406.480.7381 englishtouchspa.com

Vector Design Print and Tech 1164 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.2740 vectordpt.com

Childcare Services Growing Roots, Inc 12622 US Hwy 16A, Custer 605.951.8099 growingrootssd.com

Nearby Computer / Web Blackhills.com 511 West Jackson Blvd, Spearfish 605.642.8166 blackhills.com

Willow Creek Child Care 25263 US Hwy 385, Custer 605.517.1222 YMCA of Custer 644 Crook St., Custer 605.673.5134 rcymca.org Cleaning Services Floors & More Cleaning & Restoration 605.517.0811 charlesferraro. wixsite.com/ customcarpetcleaning Heather’s Top Notch Cleaning 605.906.5218 Homestead Carpet Care 1161 Homestead Dr, Custer 605.440.1094 homesteadcarpetcare.com Quick N Tidy Cleaning LLC 815.761.0726 or 779.212.9865 facebook.com/QNTLLC

Evergreen Media 329 Main Street, Ste. 1, Rapid City 605.343.7684 evergreenmediarc.com Golden West Telecommunications 415 Crown St, Wall Dial 777 or 866.745.3103 goldenwest.com

An English Touch Day Spa 25389 McCurran Ranch Rd., Custer 406.480.7381 englishtouchdayspa.com Carson Drug 521 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2225 carsondrugsd.com Custer Ambulance Service 1105 Montgomery St, Custer 605.673.3334 Custer Chiropractic, PC 246 N. 5th St., Custer 605.673.5971 Custer Dental Studio 141 N. 5th St., Custer 605.673.2212 or 833.673.2212 custerdentalstudio.com Garcia Family ClinicBella Rejuvenation 14 W Mt Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.956.0072 garciafamilyclinicbellarejuvenation.com

Health / Wellness Acupuncture 4 Health, Inc 31 N. 1st St., Custer 605.721.4580 acupuncture4health.com

Homeopathic Clinic of the Black Hills 8 West Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.209.3929 homeopathicclinicbh.com

Addiction Recovery Centers of the Black Hills 14 Mt. Rushmore Road, Suite C, Custer 605.673.2844 or 605.716.7841

Jon G Gindhart, D.C., P.C. 14 W Mt Rushmore Rd Suite 1, Custer 605-441-0131 drjongindhart.com

Allure Spa 21 N. 4th St., Custer 605.673.6060

The Wellness Way 451 East Main Street, Hill City 605.574.4889 thewellnessway.com

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Monument Health Custer Hospital & Clinic (page 13) 1220 Montgomery St., Custer 605.673.9400 monument.health

Insurance Aflac – Carol Perrigo 12197 Greens View Court, Custer 605.673.1053 aflac.com American Family Insurance – Ronni Calvird Agency, Inc 43 N 6th St, Custer 605.673.4492

New Trails Counseling & Ministry Inc 11455 Elliot Rd, Custer 605.760.3633 newtrailsministries.org

Custer State Farm 302 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.4141 protectcuster.com

Premier Family Eyecare 322 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2716 visionsource-custer.com

New York Life 605.517.1715

Southern Hills Family Medicine PLLC 1369 Montgomery St., Custer 605.673.3900 southernhillsfamily medicine.com YMCA of Custer 644 Crook St., Custer 605.673.5134 rcymca.org Nearby Health / Wellness Lifeways 1010 9th St, Ste 2, Rapid City 605.716.6555 lifeways.us Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Dakota 825 S Lake Ave, Sioux Falls 605.336.6398 rmhcsodak.org

Starr Insurance 38 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.3799 or 800.658.2299 starrinsurancesd.com Medical Broken Boot Dispensary 147 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.510.7792 brokenbootdispensary. com Carson Drug 521 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2225 carsondrugsd.com Custer Cares and Rehabilitation Center 1065 Montgomery St 605.673.2115 facebook.com/profile. php?id=61551816994926 Custer Chiropractic, PC 246 N. 5th St., Custer 605.673.5971

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Monument Health Assisted Living 423 N 10th St., Custer 605.673.5588 monument.health

Custer Dental Studio 141 N. 5th St., Custer 605.673.2212 or 833.673.2212 custerdentalstudio.com Garcia Family ClinicBella Rejuvenation 14 W Mt Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.956.0072 garciadamilyclinicbellarejuvenation.com Jon G Gindhart, D.C., P.C. 14 W Mt Rushmore Rd suite 1, Custer 605-440-0131 drjongindhart.com Monument Health Custer Hospital & Clinic (page 13) 1220 Montgomery St., Custer 605.673.9400 monument.health New Trails Counseling & Ministry Inc 11455 Elliot Rd, Custer 605.760.3633 newtrailsministries.org Premier Family Eyecare 322 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2716 visionsource-custer.com Southern Hills Family Medicine PLLC 1369 Montgomery St., Custer 605.673.3900 southernhillsfamily medicine.com The Wellness Way 451 East Main Street Hill City 605. 574.4889 thewellnessway.com 75

News / Media Custer County Chronicle 522 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.2217 or 605.673.2218 myblackhillscountry.com Nearby News / Media HomeSlice Media Group 1612 Junction Ave, Sturgis 605.673.2217 or 605.673.2218 thehomeslicegroup.com Places of Worship Abundant Life Fellowship of Custer, SD (Custer Senior Center) 538 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.517.0665 or 605.517.2881 facebook.com/ abundantlifecuster Body of Christ Ministry 11703 Black Granite Rd., Custer 307.359.9398 blackgraniteretreat.com Crossroads Church 12480 US Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.673.2120 crossroadsofcuster.com Custer Lutheran Fellowship 12622 Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.673.4691 custerlutheran.com Living Outreach Church 25189 Hwy. 385, Custer 605.673.3926 livingoutreachchurch.org Mountainview Baptist Church 12230 Aviation Way, Custer 605.673.2498 mountainviewbaptist custer.com

Our Redeemer Lutheran Church -LCMS 744 Harney St, Custer 605.673.4361 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, WELS 25024 US Hwy. 16/385, Custer 605.673.6311 facebook.com/ ShepherdoftheHillsCuster The Church at Custer 527 Montgomery St., Custer 605.440.3112 thechurchatcuster.com Vineyard Black Hills 25574 Veterans Trl., Custer 605.440.0640 Pet Boarding / Services French Creek Supply – Napa Auto Parts 25154 Little Teton Rd, Custer 605.673.4008 napaonline.com Hounds, Pugs & Hugs LLC 25079 Spring Place Lane, Custer 605.880.0655 L.F.C. Veterinary Service 12679 Hazelrodt Cutoff, Custer 605.673.5959 or 605.870.1358 facebook.com/ LFCVeterinaryService Southern Hills Animal Clinic 12478 US Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.673.4996 southernhillsanimalclinic. com

Real Estate Aspen + Pine Realty 325 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.517.1130 aspenandpinerealty.com Bradeen Real Estate & Auctions 9 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2629 custerrealestatecenter. com bradeenauction.com Lampert Properties 239 N. 5th St., Custer 605.673.4567 or 605.391.9358 lampertrealestate.com Lewis Realty / KW Black Hills 14 W. Mt Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.863.0725 or 605.673.5885 destinationblackhills.com Southern Hills Title Inc. 322 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4838 or 605.673.3331 southernhillstitle.com Stone Hill of Custer 35 S. 4th St., Custer 605.673.2350 stonehillcuster.com Tennyson Investments LLC 35 S. 4th St., Custer 605.673.2350 Western Skies Real Estate, LLP 523 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2433 westernskiesre.com

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Woodland Meadows Manufactured Housing Park 35 S. 4th St., Custer 605.673.5581 woodland-meadows.com Special Occasions Green Owl Media & Photography 605.673.5154 greenowlmedia.com Hills Finest, The 609 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.517.5588 the-hills-finest.business. site Jenny’s Floral 36 N 6th Street, Custer 605.673.3549 jennysfloral.com Jubilee J Photography 10216 Redbird Canyon Rd, Custer 701.595.1072 Nearby Special Occasions Diamond Spur Events Center 23826 Mills Iron Dr, Hill City diamondspurevents.com Game On! LLC 605.646.2450 thegameontruck.com Other Services Chamberlain McColley’s Funeral Home 234 N 6th St, Custer 605.673.4422 chamberlainmccolleys. com

Community Education of the Black Hills 605.394.5120 digitalsignup.com/Home. aspx?SoftwareId= zlJudh%2fcmBVtE5OOUU1 Rjw%3d%3d First Choice Lock and Key 605.440.0331 firstchoice-lock-key.com Fred & Wendy HlavaProperty and Business Development 308.360.0687 Pacer Minerals, LLC 25429 US Hwy 385, Custer 605.673.4419 pacerminerals.com Reed’s Chimney Sweeping, Handyman & Caretaking Road Runner, Inc 605.484.1512 roadrunnertourism.com Rose Haven Senior Living 25234 US Hwy 385, Custer 605.673.2714 Sew What? 605.517.0337 Southern Hills Screen Printing 662.609.7023 facebook.com/ southernhillstshirts Star Ridge Advertisements Email: fbaumann@gwtc. net Storehouse Food Pantry 66 Centennial Dr, Custer 605.673.3565 facebook.com/ custerstorehouse

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WIN Home Inspection, Rapid City 12249 Walker Rd, Custer 605.519.5900 rapidcity.wini.com

Sunshine Storage 605.673.1025 The Hills Self Storage 1135 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.2221 thehillsselfstorage.com Workplace Disability Network of the Black Hills 605.786.8311 wdnbh.org Nearby Services Aquapure - Purified Drinking Water 2150 Coca-Cola Ln, Rapid City 605.342.8222 or 800.658.3638 coca-colahighcountry.com Black Hills Chemical & Janitorial Supply 1741 East Anamosa St, Rapid City 605.342.0788 blackhillschemical.com Certified Folder Display Service Inc 7601 Black Hawk Rd #4, Black Hawk 605.786.0215 or 605.209.4954 certifiedfolder.com Coca-Cola Bottling Company High Country 2150 Coca-Cola Ln, Rapid City 605.342.8222 or 800.658.3638 coca-colahighcountry.com Rushmore Photo & Gifts Inc 3305 S Campbell, Rapid City 605.342.0821 or 800.568.5321 rpgsouvenirs.com 77

Servall Uniform and Linen 410 4th St, Rapid City 605.343.0680 or 800.503.1990 servall.net Wind Cave Storage, LLC 27095 Hwy 385, Hot Springs 605.515.2740 windcavestorage.com Community Services Custer Ambulance Service 1105 Montgomery St, Custer 605.673.3334 Custer City Hall 622 Crook Street, Custer 605.673.4824 custer.govoffice.com Custer Chamber of Commerce 615 Washington Street, Custer 605.673.2244 or 800.992.9818 custersd.com Custer County Airport 12220 Aviation Way, Custer 605.673.3874 or 605.858.1246 Custer County Conservation District 25363 US Hwy 385, Custer 605.673.5680 Custer County Courthouse 420 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.8100 or 877.624.4090 custercountysd.com Custer County Library 447 Crook St, Suite # 4, Custer 605.673.4803 custercountylibrary.org

Custer County Sheriff 31 S 5th St, Custer 605.673.8146 custercountysd.com Custer Fire Department 605.673.4080 custerfire.com Custer Post Office 634 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.4248

Clubs / Organizations AA 520 Crook St, Custer 605.342.0547 or 605.745.4969 or 605.745.4720 Growing Roots, Inc 12622 US Hwy 16A, Custer 605.951.8099 growingrootssd.com/ home

Custer YMCA Child Development Centerr 1315 Blue Bell Ln, Custer 605.673.2222 rcymca.org/locations/ branch/custer-ymca

Civil Air Patrol 12216 Aviation Way, Custer 605.440.2085

Family Violence Hotline 800.430.7233 sdnafvsa.com

Custer Area Economic Development Corporation & Foundation custerdevelopment.com

Growing Roots, Inc 12622 US Hwy 16A, Custer 605.951.8099 growingrootssd.com/ home

Community Action Team 605.673.4382

Custer City Masonic Lodge #66 220 N 6th St, Custer 605.673.3535

Rose Haven Senior Living 25234 US Hwy 385, Custer 605.673.2714

Custer Community Coalition on Aging 161 Boot Hill Dr, Custer

South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation 447 Crook St, Custer 605.673.4488 fs.usda.gov/blackhills

Custer County Conservation District 25363 US Hwy 385, Custer 605.673.5680

USDA Forest Service - Black Hills National Forest 1019 N 5th St, Custer 605.673.9200 Willow Creek Child Care 25263 US Hwy 385, Custer 605.517.1222

Custer Democratic Party 325 Mt Rushmore Rd, Custer facebook.com/custer countydemocrats ofsouthdakota Custer County Housing and Redevelopment 622 Crook St, Ste #1, Custer 605.673.5548

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Nearby Clubs / Organizations American Legion Hermosa Post #303 5 2nd St, Hermosa 605.255.4679

Custer County Republicans 605.673.4639 facebook.com/CusterCounty-SD-Republicans107825148267388

Black Hills and Badlands Tourism Association 1851 Discovery Circle, Rapid City blackhillsbadlands.com

Custer County Search & Rescue 605.673.1571 custersdsar.com

Black Hills Area Community Foundation 243 Founders Park Dr Suite #102, Rapid City 605.718.0112 bhacf.org

Custer Lions Club 25861 US Hwy 385, Custer 605.673.1571 facebook.com/LionsClub-of-Custer-SouthDakota-1784839515174917 Custer Mile High Garden Club 605.440.1003 Custer Senior Center 538 Mt. Rushmore Rd, Custer 605.673.2708 custerseniorcenter.org Harney Peak Chapter, NSDAR 605.890.1167 sdsdar.org/harney-peak

Black Hills Parks & Forests Association 26611 US Hwy 385, Hot Springs 605.745.7020 blackhillsparks.org Friends of Wind Cave National Park PO Box 336, Hot Springs friendsofwindcavenp.org

Nearby Utility Information Golden West Telecommunications 415 Crown St, Wall 855.888.7777 goldenwest.com Kieffer Sanitation 2426 E St Patrick St, Rapid City 605.342.5575 gokieffer.com Nelson’s Oil and Gas, Inc 1346 Galveston Ave, Hot Springs 605.745.4819 nelsonsoilandgas.com Sander Sanitation 4761 Sturgis Rd, Rapid City 605.342.1088 sandersanitation.com

United Way of the Black Hills 621 6th St, Ste 100, Rapid City 605.343.5872 unitedwayblackhills.org

Rotary Club of Custer 11861 Emerald Rd, Custer 605.673.4690

Utility Information Black Hills Electric Cooperative, Inc 25191 Cooperative Way, Custer 605.673.4461 or 800.742.0085 bhec.coop

VFW Post 3442 721 Mt. Rushmore Road, Custer 605.673.4262

Black Hills Energy 25153 Little Teton Rd, Custer 888.890.5554 blackhillscorp.com

NARFE- National Active & Retires Federal Employees 605.673.3671

McGas Propane 605.673.5844 or 1.844.866.2427 mcgas.biz

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Custer County Library Foundation 447 Crook St Ste #4, Custer 605.673.4803 custercountylibrary.org/ foundation

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INVITES YOU SEE. DO. SHOP. STAY.

Cool culture. Year-round arts and events. World-class hiking and biking trails. Great outdoors. Acclaimed wineries, breweries and restaurants. Giant dinosaur fossils. The world’s largest wood-carved Smokey Bear. Unique boutiques, specialty stores, museums and art galleries. And the 1880 Train, too. We’ve got a little bit of something for everyone. Hill City has friendliness and hospitality down pat. Great fun, too. And we’re close to our South Dakota legendary favorites: Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park.

This is the place to see, do, shop, stay. This is the place for you. This is Hill City. See you soon!

HEART OF THE BLACK HILLS VISITHILLCITYSD.COM @HILLCITYSD COMMUNITIES

WHERE MOUNTAINS AND SERENITY MEET

Families, friends and outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a great vacation in Hill City — right in the Heart of the Black Hills.

In September, Hill City showcases talented quilters and fabric artists at the Hill City Quilt Show & Sale. Sale.

Want to explore the Mickelson Trail and make friends along the way? Come for the Big Mick in September.

Stroll Main Street on the Saturday before Valentine’s Day and enjoy tasty delicacies at Tour de Chocolate.

Welcome to the Heart of the Hills: Hill City! Where awesome adventure and wildlife wonders mingle with the warmth of a cabin sunrise…the hospitality of freshly brewed locally roasted coffee….or the joy in a family photograph at an iconic attraction. Magic moments? Hill City delivers. Whether you’re looking for your comfort zone in a cozy cabin, a knock-out meal, marvelous finds on Main, or the experience of signature events or attractions, Hill City is the place to find it.

Just minutes from iconic attractions like Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial® and Custer State Park, spend your day hiking, biking or exploring the myriad trails or lakes nearby Hill City. At night, stroll our vibrant downtown with the world’s largest woodcarved Smokey Bear, enjoy an excursion on the 1880 Train or experience the thrill of walking under giant dinosaur fossils at the world-renowned Black Hills Institute of Geological Research. COMMUNITIES

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2 minutes to Mickelson Trail

6 minutes to Needles Highway 15 minutes to Crazy Horse Memorial®

20 minutes to Mt. Rushmore 32 minutes to Rapid City

45 minutes to Wildlife Loop

The Culinary Scene For an elevated dining experience, check out Hill City’s burgeoning number of restaurants. Choose from authentic local flavors that include German-American cuisine, Asian-infusion delights, filet mignon, homestyle cooking, bistro offerings or even

wood-fired artisan pizza. That’s just for starters. If you’re looking to re-stock on snacks or necessities, Hill City’s family-owned market or new locallyowned artisan market will have just what you need. To slay your thirst, a stop at one of our wineries or microbreweries is a mustdo during your visit to Hill City. Our award-winning brewers and winemakers bring the flavors of the Hills to you in creative and imaginative ways, and they are a sought-after destination.

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Cool Culture, Arts & Shops On Main Street and all around, Hill City boasts talent and history at our galleries, museums and outdoor public art. Hill City’s boutiques and specialty stores are destinations in and of themselves. Boho chic outfits from head to toe, practical and fashionable handbags, gear for climbing, amazing jewelry and tasty treats to enjoy while you stroll are just a few of the offerings of our local experience. 83

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A fun and enjoyable experience for the whole family!

Experience European Dining & Lodging in a Historic Hill City Hotel Luxurious Beds, Linens, & Surroundings

Open Monday - Saturday, Closed Sunday:

European Menu Luncheon Mon - Sat: 11am - 2:30pm

Filet Mignon Dinner Mon - Thurs: 5pm - 9pm Fri - Sat: 5pm - 9:30pm

Centrally Located on Main Street • Seasonal Veranda Dining Over Thirty Homemade Desserts & Pastries 84

Phone 605-574-2749 COMMUNITIES

Love the art of smoked meat? Join us for Wine-Brew-BBQ in August for BBQ, beverages and fun.

The Alpine Inn at 50

Another beloved Hill

treasures, the world-

50, and with this major

One of Hill City’s

renowned Alpine

Inn, is turning 50 this year. Travelers from

around the globe will make the pilgrimage to Hill City for a

masterfully prepared filet mignon dinner. Try them for lunch,

too, for an authentic

plate of German food. The setting is classic and is the perfect

locale for a date night or to celebrate with

friends or family. Be

sure to save room for dessert!

City attraction is turning milestone comes a planned expansion and a new

name. The Black Hills

Institute of Geological

Research, formerly the Black Hills Institute, is

home to a world-renowned collection of minerals,

fossils and dinosaur bones that delights scholars,

students and families alike. After the museum, browse The Institutes’s gift shop,

Everything Prehistoric, for books, jewelry, toys and incredible home accent

pieces to remind you of

your journey through time.

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Kick off the holiday season with our Olde Tyme Christmas Parade the day after Thanksgiving!

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Between two of the largest sculptures in the world, Hill City is the perfect summer host for Sculpture in the Hills.

What brings you here For one thing–our central location might draw you in. For another–our year-round monthly signature events, such as Run Crazy Horse marathons, Mickelson Trail Trek, Hill City’s Wine-Brew-BBQ or Fine Arts in the Hills make Hill City a destination. Ladies flock to Hill City for Girlfriends’ Weekend and our Quilt Show, and Hill City swells to three times its size for our Olde Tyme Christmas kickoff and lighted parade. Is there a destination wedding or family reunion in your future? Celebrate at one of our newest event facilities. Whatever the reason, we hope you feel our heart and find your bliss here in Hill City. 85

THINGS TO SEE

Attractions 1880 Train / Black Hills Central Railroad 222 Railroad Ave., Hill City 605.574.2222 1880train.com Candyland/Sweet Greens 23835 Mill Iron Dr., Rapid City (3.5 miles east of Hill City) 605.574.2824 candylandsd.com CCC Museum of SD 23935 US-385, Hill City 605.389.3410 southdakotaccc.org Dahl’s Chainsaw Art 108 Main St., Hill City 605.639.0733 dahlschainsawart.com Museum @ Black Hills Institute (page 48) 117 Main St., Hill City 605.574.3919 bhigr.com SD State Railroad Museum, Ltd. 222 Railroad Ave., Bldg. A, Hill City 605.574.9000 sdsrm.org Nearby Attractions Bear Country USA 13820 S. US Hwy. 16, Rapid City 605.343.2290 bearcountryusa.com Big Thunder Gold Mine (page 49) 604 Blair St., Keystone 605.666.4847 bigthundermine.com

Chapel in the Hills 3788 Chapel Ln., Rapid City 605.342.8281 chapel-in-the-hills.org Crazy Horse Memorial® (Inside Front Cover) 12151 Avenue of the Chiefs Crazy Horse 605.673.4681 crazyhorsememorial.org Custer State Park (page 1) 13329 US Hwy. 16A, Custer 605.394.2693 gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/ custer-state-park Days of 76 Museum 18 Seventy Six Dr., Deadwood 605.578.1657 deadwoodhistory.com Fort Hays Old West Town (page Back Cover) 2255 Fort Hays Dr., Rapid City 605.343.3113 mountrushmoretours.com Four Mile Old West Town & Campground 11921 W. US Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.3905 or 605.338.1527 fourmile@gwtc.net Jewel Cave National Monument 11149 US-16 B-12, Custer 605.673.8330 nps.gov/jeca/index.htm Mammoth Site, The (page 3) 1800 US 18 Bypass, Hot Springs 605.745.6017 mammothsite.org

Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spring & Spa (page 30) 1829 Minnekahta Ave., Hot Springs 605.745.7625 moccasinsprings.com Mount Rushmore National Memorial 13000 Hwy. 244, Keystone 605.574.3101 nps.gov/moru National Presidential Wax Museum (page 49) 609 Hwy. 16A, Keystone 605.666.4455 presidentialwaxmuseum. com Reptile Gardens (page 20) 8955 S. Hwy. 16, Rapid City 605.342.5873 or 800.335.0275 reptilegardens.com Rush Mountain Adventure Park (page 16) 13622 Hwy. 40, Keystone 605.255.4384 rushmtn.com Rushmore Tramway Adventures 203 Cemetery Rd., Keystone 605.666.4478 rushmoretramway adventures.com Sprockets Fun Foundry (page 42) 221 Swanzey St., Keystone 605.255.4384 sprockets.fun

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Outdoor Adventure Acme Bicycles 525 Newton Ave., Hill City 605.593.5662 acmebicycles@rushmore. com Andy’s Trail Rides 11264 Highway 14A S., Lead 605.645.2211 andystrailrides@hotmail. com Bicycles and Boats 525 Newton Ave., Hill City 605.574.5695 bicyclesandboats.com Black Hills Helicopters 24035 Hwy. 16A, Keystone 605.255.4354 blackhillshelicopters.com Black Hills Paddlesports 525 Newton Ave., Hill City 605.593.5662 bhpaddlesports.com Black Hills Wilderness Edge Adventures (page 46) 1315 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.391.6551 blackhillswildernessedge. com George S. Mickelson Trail 11361 Nevada Gulch Rd., Lead 605.584.3896 mickelsontrail.com

Mickelson Trail Affiliates 605.673.5154 mickelsontrailaffiliates. com Rabbit Bicycle Rentals/ Giddy Up & Go Shuttle Service 175 Walnut Ave., Hill City 605.574.4302 rabbitbicyclessd.com Rockin’ R Rides Custer 520.349.6078 rockingrtrailrides.com Rocky Knolls Golf Course 12181 W. Hwy. 16, Custer 605.673.4481 rockyknollsgolfcourse.com Run Crazy Horse Marathon & Half Marathon Crazy Horse Memorial 605.390.6137 runcrazyhorse.com Rushmore Helicopters (page 49) 313 Speck Center Rd., Keystone 605.646.4801 rushmorehelicopters.com Arts / Entertainment ArtForms Gallery 280 Main St., Ste. 3, Hill City 605.574.4894 artformsgallery.org Black Hills Film Festival PO Box 396, Hill City 605.574.9454 blackhillsfilmfestival.org Black Hills Glass Blowers 909 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.666.4542 blackhillsglassblowers. com

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World Fossil Finder Museum 719 Jensen Hwy., Hot Springs 605.745.5007 worldfossilfindermuseum. com

Black Hills Playhouse (page 48) 24834 S. Playhouse Rd., Custer 605.255.4141 blackhillsplayhouse.com Brent Morris Hill City & Black Hills 605.381.5997 First Gold Gaming Resort 270 Main St., Deadwood 605.578.9777 firstgold.com Grace Gallery & Gift 272 Main St., Hill City Gypsy Rose Studio & Gallery 177 Museum Dr., Hill City 605.721.1234 gypsyrosestudio.com Hill City Area Arts Council 280 Main St., Ste. 12, PO Box 321, Hill City 605.574.2810 hillcityarts.org Jon Crane Gallery & Custom Framing 256 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4440 joncranegallery.net Jon Crane Watercolors, Inc. 333 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4441 / 888.948.1948 Warrior’s Work & Ben West Gallery 277 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4954 warriorswork.com Zirkiss Entertainment 2200 N. Maple Ave., Unit 476, Rapid City 720.256.3503 zirkiss.com 87

Shopping / Retail Beef Jerky Experience 219 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2210 beefjerkyx.com/hill-city

Heart of the Hills Antiques, Firearms & Collectibles 280 Main St., Ste. 1 & 2, Hill City 605.574.2821

Boyd’s World Famous Antiques & Uniques 24671 US Hwy. 16/385, Custer 605.660.3339 boydsantiquemall.com

High Five 385 605.660.9803 highfive385.com

Buffalo Old Time Photo 309 Main St., Hill City 605.574.3314 buffalophoto.net Dakota Stone Company 23863 Palmer Gulch Rd., Hill City 605.574.2760 dakotastone.net Discount Bargain Barn/ Christmas Corral 264 Main St., Hill City 605.574.9014 Dollar General 681 Main St., Hill City 605.574.1539 Everything Prehistoric (page 48) 117 Main St., Hill City 605.574.3919 bhigr.com Gold Diggers 241 Main St., Hill City 605.574.3332 bhgolddiggers.com Granite Sports 201 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2121 granite-sports.com

Hill City Harley-Davidson 261 Main St., Hill City 605.574.3636 hillcityhd@blackhillshd. com HippieRockStar Boutique Wine & Beer Bar 124 Main St., Hill City 970.405.3508 hippierockstar.com Jewel of the West 208 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2464 @jewelofthewest Just Dandy 273 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2085 Mountain Souvenirs 232 Main St., Hill City 754.213.7128 Old World Plaza 280 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4635 SoDak Clothing/Snowbird Collective @sodakclothing @snowbirdcollective sodak.com Stage Stop Leather & Gifts 224 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2646

The Farmer’s Daughter/ Fabric & Notions 164 Main St., Hill City 605.574.9095 thefarmersdaughtersd. com The Handbag Store (page 84) 253 Main St., Hill City 605.574.9585 shopthehandbagstore.com Things That Rock 257 Main St., Hill City 605.574.9096 thingsthatrocksd.com Tours / Transportation Black Hills Above and Beyond Tours 605.641.8687 blackhillsaboveandbeyond tours.com Black Hills Helicopters 24035 Hwy. 16A, Keystone 605.255.4354 blackhillshelicopters.com “Dave’s World” Tours Bike & Airport Shuttle Services Custer 605.673.1130 davesworldtours.com Rapid City Regional Airport 4550 Terminal Rd., Ste 102, Rapid City 605.394.4195 rapairport.com Travel Information Hill City Visitor Information Center 23935 Hwy. 385, PO Box 253, Hill City 605.574.2368 visithillcitysd.com

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WHERE TO STAY Hotels / Motels Alpine Inn Lodging (page 84) 133 Main St., Hill City 605.519.9163 alpineinnlodging.com

AmericInn by Wyndham Hill City 12444 Old Hill City Rd., Hill City 605.574.4040 aihillcity.com Bavarian Inn 855 N. 5th St., Custer 605.961.0203 bavarianinnsd.com Best Western Golden Spike 601 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2577 bestwesterngoldenspike. com Comfort Inn & Suites near Mt. Rushmore 12454 Old Hill City Rd., Hill City 605.574.3535 comfortinnhillcity.com EverSpring Inn & Suites 616 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2100 everspringinn.com Hill City Super 8 Motel 109 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4141 bit.ly/2PfxSK8

Lantern Inn 580 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2582 lanterninn.com

Black Elk Resort 12720 S. Hwy. 16, Rapid City 605.574.9533 blackelkresort.com

Lodges / Resorts Cabins at Creekside (page 54) 12647 S. Hwy. 16, Hill City 605.574.2380 stayccr.com

Black Hills Home Cabins at Chokecherry BnB 449 Major Lake Dr., Hill City 605.574.2424 wildchokecherry.com

Mickelson Trail Lodging 12165 Ray Smith Dr., Hill City 605.574.4000 mickelsontraillodging.com Mt. Meadow Store & Campground at Deerfield Lake 11321 Gillette Prairie Rd., Hill City 605.574.2636 mtmeadow.com Mt. Rushmore Resort KOA at Palmer Gulch 12620 Hwy. 244, Hill City 605.574.2525 or 800.562.8503 palmergulch.com Mountain View Lodge & Cabins 12654 S. US Hwy. 16, Hill City 605.574.2236 mountainviewlodge.net Cabins / Campgrounds American Pines Cabins 1315 Old Hill City Rd., Keystone 605.666.5475 americanpines.com Beaver Lake Campground 12005 W US Hwy.16, Custer 605.673.2464 beaverlakecampground. net

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Black Hills Trailside Park Resort 24024 Hwy. 16-385, Hill City 605.574.9079 trailsideparkresort.com Campfire Cabins 12648 Campfire Dr., Rapid City 605.209.8574 campfire-cabins.com Custer’s Gulch RV Park & Campground 25112 Golden Valley Rd., Custer 605.673.4647 or 800.531.5923 custersgulch.com Derby Elk Resort 12446 Log Cabin Rd., Hill City 605.877.5544 derbyelkresort.net Double Diamond Ranch 23818 US Hwy. 385, Rapid City 605.574.4560 or 605.381.7470 doublediamondcabins.com Freedom Ridge Cabins 23935 Pink Cabin Rd., Hill City 605.574.2963 freedomridgecabins.com

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Rapid City Regional Airport 4550 Terminal Rd Rapid City, SD 57703 605.394.4195 RapAirport.com

Happy Trails Cabins 9309 Main St., Silver City 605.415.5081 happytrailscabins.com High Country Guest Ranch 12138 Ray Smith Dr., Hill City 605.574.9003 highcountryranch.com Hillside Country Cabins 13315 S. Hwy. 16, Rapid City 605.342.4121 hillsidecountrycabins.com Horse Thief Campground 24391 Hwy. 87, Hill City 605.574.2668 horsethief.com Janssen’s Lode Stone Motel & Cabins 23884 US-385, Hill City 605.574.2347 lodestonemotel.com Mountain View Lodge & Cabins 12654 US-16, Hill City 605.574.2236 mountainviewlodge.net Mt. Rushmore Resort KOA at Palmer Gulch 12620 Hwy. 244, Hill City 605.574.2525 or 800.562.8503 palmergulch.com

Rafter J Bar Ranch & Campground 12325 Rafter J Rd., Hill City 605.574.2527 rafterj.com Restmore Inn 24191 US-385, Custer (2 mi. South of Hill City) 605.574.2593 restmoreinn.com Robins Roost Cabins 12630 Robins Roost Rd., Hill City 605.574.2252 robinsroostcabins.com Rustic Ridge Guest Cabins (page 48) 12980 US-16, Keystone 605.666.4848 rusticridgeguestcabins. com Spokane Creek Cabins & Campground & Iron Mountain Road Visitor’s Center 24631 Iron Mountain Rd., Keystone 605.666.4609 spokanecreek.com Spring Creek Inn 23900 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.574.2591 springcreekinn.com

Newton Fork Ranch (page 109) 12407 Deerfield Rd., Hill City 605.574.2220 newtonforkranch.com

The Hynes Family Cabin 6310 Palmer Gulch Rd., Hill City 802.233.412 vrbo.com/345540

Pine Rest Cabins 24063 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.877.1908 pinerestcabins.com

Three Forks Campground 23821 US-385, Hill City 605.574.4546 3forkscamp@gmail.com

Yak Ridge Guest Cabins 24041 Cosmos Rd., Rapid City 605.972.2246 or 605.390.7627 yak-ridge.com B&Bs / Vacation Homes/ Rentals Barnestone 12544 Old Hill City Rd., Hill City 303.588.4773 airbnb.com/manage-yourspace/50765104/details Bishop Mountain Rental 516 Bishop Mt. Dr., Hill City 605.209.0068 airbnb.com/h/ bishopmountainhillcity Gold Pan Inn 605.574.0076 vrbo.com/707759 Heart of the Hills Vacation Homes 605.574.2250 hillcityvacation.com Hill City Haven-Downtown 433 Main St., Hill City 605.389.3603 blackhillsfamilyvacations. com J & J Hospitality 550 N. 5th St., #315, Rapid City 605.646.3739 jandjhospitalitydirect.com Lind Camp 11380 Slate Prairie Rd., Hill City 605.574.2385 lindcamp21@gmail.com

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Black Hills Bistro New location in April 605.574.3297 facebook.com/ blackhillsbistro

Mountain Peaks Inn 200 E. Main St., Hill City 605.540.4228 mountainpeaksinn.com

Bumpin’ Buffalo 245 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2471 bumpinbuffalo.com

Pine Mountain Rest 517 Pine Mountain Ave., Hill City 605.639.5401 Listed on Airbnb, look for Pine Mountain Rest

DerfBurgers Custer 605.517.2999 derfburgers.com

Timber Ridge Lodge Hill City 605.271.5332 vrbo.com/354088 Horse Facilities Mt. Rushmore Resort KOA at Palmer Gulch 12620 Hwy. 244, Hill City 605.574.2525 or 800.562.8503 palmergulch.com Newton Fork Ranch (page 109) 12407 Deerfield Rd., Hill City 605.574.2220 newtonforkranch.com

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Dining / Restaurants 1885 Steakhouse & Saloon 301 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2959 1885steakhouse.com Alpine Inn (page 84) 133 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2749 alpineinnhillcity.com

Feel Good Cafe at Bavarian Inn 907 N. 5th St., Custer 605.961.0202 bavarianinnsd.com Firehouse Smokejumper Station 23858 US-385, Hill City 605.223.6760 firehousesmokejumper. com Gold Run Cafe at Mt. Meadow Store & Campground 11321 Gillette Prairie Rd., Hill City 605.574.2636 mtmeadow.com Hill City Cafe 209 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4582 hillcitycafe.com Krull’s Market 531 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2717 krullsmarket.com Lemongrass 243 Elm St., Hill City 605.391.3534

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Mangiamo Pizzeria 158 Museum Dr., Hill City 605.574.2564 pizzeriamangiamo.com Naughti Wines/Sick-nTwisted Brewery 23851 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.574.9200 sickntwistedbrewery.com Prairie Berry Winery/ Miner Brewing Company (page 103) 23837 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.574.3898 prairieberry.com Ruby House Restaurant 124 Winter St., Keystone 605.666.4404 rubyhousekeystone.com Subway 349 Main St., Hill City The Pack Mule 285 Main St., Hill City 605.381.1400 thepackmule.org Three Forks Country Store, Country Inn 23820 US-385, Hill City 605.574.4377 Coffee / Espresso Black Hills Bistro New location in April 605.574.3297 facebook.com/ blackhillsbistro Caboose Coffee Company 200 E. Main St., Hill City 605.540.4228 caboosecoffeecompany. com Grapes & Grinds (page 48) 609 Hwy. 16A, Keystone 605.666.5142 grapesgrinds.com

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McGregor & Main Luxury Lofts 285 Main St., Hill City 605.450.0241 mcgregorandmain.com

Perky Pine Café 24063 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.877.1908 TurtleTown 205 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4124 turtletown.com Desserts / Sweets Alpine Inn (page 84) 133 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2749 alpineinnhillcity.com Candyland/Sweet Greens 23835 Mill Iron Dr., Rapid City (3.5 miles east of Hill City) 605.574.2824 candylandsd.com Turtletown 205 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4124 turtletown.com Wine / Beer / Spirits 1885 Steakhouse & Saloon 301 Main St., Hill City 1885steakhouse.com Firehouse Smokejumper Station 23858 US-385, Hill City 605.223.6760 firehousesmokejumper. com

HippieRockStar Boutique Wine & Beer Bar 124 Main St., Hill City 970.405.3508 hippierockstar.com Krull’s Market 531 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2717 krullsmarket.com Lost Cabin Beer Co. 150 Poplar St., Hill City 605.718.5678 lostcabin.beer Mangiamo Pizzeria 158 Museum Dr., Hill City 605.574.2564 pizzeriamangiamo.com Miner Brewing Company (page 37) 23845 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.574.2886 minerbrewing.com Naughti Wines/Sick-nTwisted Brewery 23851 US-385, Hill City 605.574.9200 sickntwistedbrewery.com Palmer Creek Taproom at Black Elk Resort 12720 S. Hwy. 16, Rapid City 605.574.9533 blackelkresort.com

Grapes & Grinds (page 48) 609 Hwy. 16A, Keystone 605.666.5142 grapesgrinds.com

Prairie Berry Winery (page 103) 23837 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.574.3898 prairieberry.com

Hill City Cafe 209 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4582 hillcitycafe.com

The Pack Mule 285 Main St., Hill City 605.381.1400 thepackmule.org

LOCAL SERVICES Auto / Travel Services Heart of the West Conoco 632 Main St., Hill City 605.574.9001 Heart of the Hills Exxon 101 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2077 Hill City Cycles 23854 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.574.2273 hill-city-cycles.business. site Rapid Auto Repair 287 Pond Pl., Hill City 605.574.3333 True Grit RV Repair Hill City 605.981.0295 ATMs / Financial Services BankWest 311 Omaha St., Rapid City 605.399.4111 bankwest-sd.bank EMH Consulting Inc. 272 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4684 emh-consulting.net First Interstate Bank 351 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2531 firstinterstatebank.com Heartland Wealth & Insurance Services Christy Hawthorne, CFP® 605.574.1752 heartlandwis.com Payfurther 1430 Haines Ave., #370, Rapid City 605.205.6011 payfurther.com COMMUNITIES

SpotOn Lead 605.858.1524 spoton.com Health / Wellness Carson Drug 521 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2225 carsondrugsd.com Hill City Dental 557 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.2161 hillcitydental.com Monument Health Hill City Clinic (page 13) 238 Elm St., Hill City 605.574.4470 monument.health Vitalant Blood Donation 2209 W. Omaha, Rapid City 605.646.2622 vitalant.org Wellness Way, The 451 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.4889

Places of Worship Chapel in the Hills 3788 Chapel Ln., Rapid City 605.342.8281 chapel-in-the-hills.org Community Lutheran Church 705 Newton Ave., Hill City 605.574.4342 communitylutheranhillcity-sd.org

Little White Church, The 525 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2426 thelittlewhitechurch.net St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church 305 Pine Ave., Hill City 605.574.2479 centralblackhillscatholic. com Real Estate Block Realty PO Box 50, Hill City 605.868.5584 sellingblackhills.com Integrity Realty of the Black Hills 427 Main St., Hill City 605.574.4444 landlotshomes.com Oak & Key Realty 269 Main St., Hill City 605.593.5658 oakandkeysd.com Skyline Properties & Realty Hill City 605.939.9498 Skyline Properties & Realty Jeff Larsen, MRP, Broker Associate 605.939.1218 jefflarsen827@gmail.com Community Resources 605 Trucking 605.321.1092 facebook.com/605Trucking Al Cornella Refrigeration 605.348.4684 or 800.743.6508 alcornella.com Alexander Drilling 605.574.2331 alexanderdrillinginc.com

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Sentinel Federal Credit Union 553 E. Main St., Hill City 605.574.9596 sentinelfcu.org

Alexander Enterprises 605.574.4297 Black Hills Electric Cooperative 605.673.4461 bhec.coop Black Hills Energy 888.890.5554 blackhillsenergy.com Blue Wing Recreation Corporation 605.391.1162 bluewingrecreation.com Boys & Girls Club of the Black Hills 605.574.2010 bgcblackhills.org Branch Construction 23855 Hwy. 385, Ste B, Hill City 605.574.2506 branchconstruction services.com Bradeen Real Estate & Auctions 9 West Mount Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.2629 bradeenauction.com Brownstone, Inc. 23940 Hwy. 385, Hill City 605.209.0025 brownstonesd.com Certified Folder Display Services, Inc. 605.786.0215 certifiedfolder.com Coca-Cola High Country 605.342.8222 or 800.658.3638 coca-colahighcountry.com

Community Education of the Black Hills 730 E. Watertown St., Rapid City 605.394.5120 bhcommunityed. digitalsignup.com Custer State Farm Insurance Agent Steve Engelbrecht 605.673.4141 protectcuster.com Dallas Alexander Construction 605.381.7230 Dean Kurtz Construction Company 605.343.6665 deankurtzconstruction. com Diamond Spur Events 605.999.2503 diamondspurevents.com Evergreen Media 605.343.7684 evergreenmediarc.com First Impressions Salon & Spa 605.574.4158 facebook.com/ FirstImpressions605 Forest Recreation Management 107 Elm St., Hill City 605.574.4402 Friends of Library/Hill City Library 605.574.4529

Golden West Telecommunications 855.888.7777 goldenwest.com Grumpy Grizzly Property Maintenance 303.905.8702 facebook.com/ GrumpyGrizzlyPM Hill City Ambulance District 605.574.2631 Hill City Economic Development Corp. 605.517.1745 hillcityedc.com Hill City Evergreen Garden Club 605.391.5423 facebook.com/ HillCityEvergreen GardenClub Hill City Fire District 605.574.2631 Hill City Hardware & Lumber 605.574.2400 Hill City Lions Club 610.750.4738 facebook.com/ HillCityLionsSD Hill City Public Library 605.574.4529 hillcitysd.com/citygovernment/departments/ public-library Hill City School District 51-2 605.574.3030 hillcity.k12.sd.us

Hill City Senior Organization 605.574.3211 seniorcenter@hillcitysd. com Hillcrest HVAC & Appliance Pros Spearfish 605.631.9005 hillcrest-hvac.com Hughes Plumbing Hill City 605.574.0114 jobman STUDIO planning + design 605.877.4804 jobmanstudio.com KOTA/KEVN TV 2001 Skyline Dr., Rapid City 605.394.7777 Krull’s Market 605.574.2717 krullsmarket.com KSLT/Northwestern Media 605.342.6822 kslt.com Law Offices of Joseph M. Williams 351 E. Main St., Ste. 1, Hill City 605.633.0369 LIU Lasting Impressions Unlimited 605.201.1021 liudesigns.com Longbranch Civil Engineering 605.721.4040 longbrancheng.com

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Sander Sanitation 605.342.1088 sandersanitation.com

Love, Inc. 705 Newton Ave., Hill City 605.574.1023 loveinconline.com

Scull Construction Services 605.342.2379 scullconstruction.com

McCormick Insurance Agency 605.348.0464 mccormickagency.net Neiman Enterprises 605.574.2512 neimanenterprises.com Nelson’s Oil & Gas, Inc. 605.574.4303 nelsonsoilandgas.com Pennington County SD 605.394.2171 pennco.org Pennington Title Company 605.343.5670 penntitle.org Rangel Construction Company 605.716.0547 rangelconstructioncompany. com

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Lori Comer Creations 605.430.7009 ljcomer79@gmail.com

SDO-Services 18 E. Main, Ste. 103, Rapid City midwestlithium.com Simpson Inc. 605.877.4462 Southern Hills Publishing (Hill City Prevailer News) 605.673.2217 myblackhillscountry.com Tin City Masonic Lodge #112 605.381.1293 or 605.209.0686 tincitymasons.com United Way of the Black Hills 605.343.5872 unitedwayblackhills.org Hill City Chamber & Visitor Center 605.574.2368 visithillcitysd.com info@hillcitysd.com

Roadrunner Inc. 605.484.1512 roadrunnertourism.com Rosenbaum’s Signs 605.342.0481 rosenbaumsigns.com Rossknecht Appraisal Services 605.391.1162

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EAT LIKE THE LOCALS

There’s a quiet battle raging for who has the best burger in the Black Hills, but we challenge you to discover your own favorite dish. Whether it’s burgers, Native American tacos or chislic, our unofficial state food, you won’t go hungry. Chislic You might be wondering what, exactly, chislic is. If you’ve never heard of it that’s alright; it is a dish rarely found outside of South Dakota. It’s thought to have immigrated here with the Germans from Russia. While recipes may vary, it is generally cubed red meat that is marinated and grilled or fried. Sometimes it’s served on a skewer or toothpicks, usually just in a basket with fries. It’s a regional delicacy that you shouldn’t miss. Fry Bread Better than a tortilla and versatile enough to be both savory and sweet; fry bread is a Native American staple you’ll find throughout the Southern Hills. Most are

made simply from water, flour and salt and then fried. Some variations use lard or milk as well. The most popular fry bread on menus are Native American tacos served with ground bison or other game meat rather than beef. Another traditional fare you should keep an eye out for is Wojapi, or a simple berry sauce used for dipping. Chokecherries are the most common, but any berry can be used, and the sauce is generally served alongside fry bread. Both Wojapi and Native American tacos are found locally, especially at Crazy Horse Memorial® and at powwows or other cultural events.

Local Game Speaking of bison, if you’ve never tried it, you are in for a treat. The ubiquitous land mammal symbolizes our area and has infiltrated our cuisine in a big way. The most popular use of bison is as a swap for beef in classic recipes such as tacos, burgers, even the occasional pizza. Bison steaks are also common and a great way to let the true flavor of the meat take center stage. When ordering bison, it’s best to request medium-rare if it suits your palate. Game meat tends to dry out more than beef due to its lean nature. While land mammals tend to steal the show, the Southern Hills are also home

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August is Hill City’s time to shine, when they host a weekend festival dedicated to top-notch BBQ, local beer and wine, and live music.

Want an Old West dinner experience? Look for chuck-wagon dinners, where you’ll enjoy wagon rides, music shows and steaks grilled over a campfire.

SAVE ROOM FOR DESSERT The Southern Hills are the

home of several delightful and unique dessert

creations. No matter what

your sweet tooth is craving,

the food wizards in Keystone, Custer, Hot Springs or Hill City will be able to satisfy your dessert dreams.

Step into one of the ice

cream shops and discover

flavor combinations that you wouldn’t have imagined. If

you’re searching for a homestyle approach to dessert,

grab a slice of pie in Custer. And you can’t leave the

Southern Hills without trying

one of the signature desserts crafted at the Alpine Inn

in Hill City — come for the

dinner, stay for the dessert!

to several lakes, and fishing is a popular pastime here. Even if you don’t have time to catch one, keep an eye out for walleye on menus. As our state fish, you’ll find many locals have almost a reverence for it; which means it’s served in a way that lets the flavor shine. Kuchen As the official state dessert of South Dakota, the only thing as varied as the flavors of kuchen is its pronunciation. Even locals who have eaten it all their life will disagree

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on how to say it. Some will say “koo-ghen,” others insist “kuh-tchen,” but we all agree to call it delicious. It is historically a European dessert that immigrated to our state in the late 1800s. History and semantics aside, there’s no denying the staying power of this tasty dessert. Kuchen is a sort of fruit pie, made from sweet dough and a custard filling. Berries are a popular addition to the filling, but apple and rhubarb are also favorite flavors for locals. 97

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Visit the Southern Hills in February to catch Custer’s annual Restaurant Week, where local chefs showcase exciting new dishes.

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From burgers and tacos to steak, you’ll find something guaranteed to intrigue your taste buds. Breakfast

Lunch

Hill City Beer

Wine

Children’s Menu

Dinner

Custer Begging Burro Mexican Bistro 529 Mt. Rushmore Rd,. Custer 605.673.3300

BeggingBurro.com Authentic Mexican bistro for lunch & dinner, plus a tequila bar! Outdoor seating available.

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Hill City Hill City Alpine Inn Alpine Inn 133 Main St., Hill City 133 Main St., Hill City 605.574.2749 605.574.2749 AlpineInnHillCity.com

AlpineInnHillCity.com Enjoy traditional German flavors of Enjoy traditionaldishes German mouthwatering and flavors deliciousof desserts. mouthwatering dishes and delicious desserts.

CUSTERCuster Bell Lodge Blue BellBlue Lodge 87 South, Custer State Park Hwy. 87 Hwy. South - Custer State Park 605.255.4531 605.255.4531 Serving up true Western flavor. Custerresorts.com/dining/ Serving up true Western flavor.

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CusterBerry Winery CUSTERPrairie CUSTERCuster 23837 HWY Hill City SylvanLodge Lake385, Lodge Sylvan Lake Legion Lake Lodge Legion Lake Lodge 877.226.9453 Hwy. 87/89 JCT, Custer State Park Hwy. 87/89 JCT - Custer State Park 605.574.2561 Hwy. 16A, Custer State Park PrairieBerry.com Hwy. 16A - Custer State Park 605.255.4521 605.574.2561 FeaturingFresh, fresh, locally-sourced local food service in ingredients. a beautiful Custerresorts.com/dining/ Offering 605.255.4521 fast-casual dining. atmosphere. Featuring fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

Custerresorts.com/dining/ Offering fast casual dining.

CUSTERCuster SylvanLodge Lake Lodge Sylvan Lake Hwy. 87/89 JCT, Custer State Park Hwy. 87/89 JCT - Custer State Park 605.574.2561 Featuring605.574.2561 fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Custerresorts.com/dining/

Mt. Rushmore Brewing Co. 140 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.4200

MtRushmoreBrewing.com Full service taproom, house craft beers, elevated pub fare, patio, kids & fido friendly.

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Featuring fresh, locally-sourced ingredients.

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Pizza Mill Pizza Mill 904 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 904 Mt. Rushmore Rd., Custer 605.673.3306

605.673.3306 PizzaMillCuster.com PizzaMillCuster.com A Family Owned & Operated restaurant dishing out Owned specialty & pizzas, sandwiches, salads &dishing more! A Family Operated restaurant out specialty pizzas, sandwiches, salads & more!

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State Lodge Game Lodge State Game Hwy. 16A, Custer State Park

Hwy. 16A - Custer State Park 605.255.4521 605.255.4521 Casual yet elegant dining. Custerresorts.com/dining/ Casual yet elegant dining.

Custer Hills Mercantile & Taproom CUSTERSouthern 445 N River Street Blue Bell Lodge Blue BellHot Lodge Springs, SD 57747 Hwy. 87 South, Custer State Park Hwy. 87 southernhillsmerc.com South - Custer State Park 605.255.4531 605.255.4531 With in-house brews from the first ever kombuchary Serving up true Western flavor. in SD, along with local wines and beers. 11am-8pm Custerresorts.com/dining/ Wednesday-Sunday Serving up true Western flavor.

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Dragonfly Custer The DragonflyRestaurant Restaurant CUSTERThe Custer CUSTER 1829 Minnekahta Ave, 1829 Minnekahta Ave,Hot HotSprings Springs Blue Bell Lodge Blue Bell Lodge 605.745.7626 Blue Bell Lodge Blue Bell605.745.7626 Lodge Hwy. 87 South, Custer State Park moccasinsprings.com/the-dragonfly Hwy. 87 South, Custer State Hwy. 87 87 moccasinsprings.com/the-dragonfly South -- Custer 605.255.4531 Hwy. South CusterState StatePark ParkPark 605.255.4531 605.255.4531 Fresh, locally sourced, quality foods that make 605.255.4531 Serving up true Western flavor. Fresh, locally sourced, quality foods that make you feel good. Custerresorts.com/dining/ Serving up true Western flavor. you feel good. Custerresorts.com/dining/ Serving up true Western flavor. Serving up true Western flavor.

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SOUTHERN HILLS SIPS

The flavors of the Southern Hills come alive! Discover your new favorite craft beer or lovingly produced wine at a brewery or winery here in the Southern Hills.

While you’re out finding adventure in the Southern Hills, you might find yourself a bit parched. Our breweries and wineries will fix you right up; whether you want something light and refreshing or deep and flavorful. Most of them also have food, patios, and lawn games that ensure stopping for a beverage will entertain the entire family. Breweries From standard pilsners artfully executed to curious concoctions that will tease your palate, our breweries always have something new to share. Not sure where to start? Each brewery has their own flagship brews that got them started. Most are more

than happy to share what makes it great or give you a personal recommendation. Craft beer has become increasingly popular in the past decade, and the Southern Hills has been home to great brews from the start. What makes ours different is the brewers’ focus on locally sourced ingredients. From hops grown on a nearby farm to carefully tended beehives, our brewers know that the beautiful Black Hills are a bountiful source of exceptional flavors. Wineries While South Dakota’s economy is driven by agriculture, there are actually few grape varieties that do well here. Luckily, that doesn’t

stop our wineries from producing unique, awardwinning wines year after year. Many of our original settlers were experienced in winemaking, and in true pioneer fashion, they brought what they knew and adapted it to prairie living. This is why you’ll find wines around the Southern Hills made from what we call prairie berries. These berries are essentially any fruit found on plants native to the prairie, and they produce wine with a distinct character you won’t find anywhere else. Best of Both Worlds As drinking tastes change, our breweries and wineries adapt. If you love a crisp, bubbly seltzer, you’re in luck!

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Many breweries use locally sourced ingredients — watch for honey, lavender or juniper beers, as they are commonly foraged ingredients.

It’s a family affair: several of our wine and beer makers have been crafting tasty beverages for generations, and their expertise shows!

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Firehouse is the oldest operating brewery in South Dakota, and they offer craft beer, award-winning wine and now camping and lodging!

KID AND FIDO FRIENDLY

Since many breweries and wineries also offer food,

kids and family under legal drinking age are allowed.

Some even cater to younger guests by offering sodas and other hand-crafted

non-alcoholic beverages. On top of that, you’ll find inviting lawns and yard

games everyone can enjoy. A growing number of

establishments in the

Several businesses offer them alongside their other taps and bottles. You can find ciders, meads and nonalcoholic offerings on menus as well. You’ll see some breweries are situated right next door to wineries and vice versa.

Some businesses have expanded their expertise from one craft into another over the years. This means you’ll be able to find both beer and wine in some places, or you can try both by walking a short distance between establishments.

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Southern Hills also welcome your favorite furry friend.

Most will require your dog

to remain leashed while on the premises and expect the common courtesy of cleaning up after them.

Make sure you call ahead or

check individual businesses’ websites.

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REST AND RELAX IN STYLE

Where you lay your head at night is just as important as where you’re exploring next. We have every style of accommodation you could want — because your lodging should be as exceptional as your Southern Hills adventures. When you stay in the Southern Hills, you’re in good company. We’ve hosted movie stars and sitting presidents — all we need is you!

Want the outdoor experience minus the ruggedness? Check out our glamping options; you’ll be sleeping under the stars in style.

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Bringing your four-legged family members? You’ll find lodging that accommodates dogs, cats, even horses!

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However you’ve arrived, whether by plane or road trip, the last thing you will want to do is drive farther than you have to before settling in. Stay centric to all the Black Hills has to offer by booking at one of the lodging options in the Southern Hills. Comfort in Familiarity Throughout the Southern Hills, you can find all the brand name hotels that you know and trust. You’ll find the usual amenities like continental breakfast and swimming pools, but

also a decidedly Black Hills aesthetic. Many hotels have added rustic decor in their lobbies and rooms. We also have plenty of family-owned hotels and motels we encourage you to check out. You’ll find smaller properties, which means fewer crowds, but the same level of amenities with a homey touch. Some are owned by families who have lived here in the Southern Hills their entire lives, and they’re more than happy to give you the inside scoop on their favorite things to do.

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Cabins, Rentals, B&Bs A great option if you’re traveling with a large group or extended family is to rent a cabin or ranch house for your stay. You’ll have the entire place to yourself, which in some cases means your own personal patch of wilderness. We have cabins that fit a small family of four to large gatherings of over 20! Looking for a homey feel that comes with stellar food? Look no further than our bed and breakfasts. They’ll welcome you in and treat you like family — and feed you 105

LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS If you want to camp while you’re here, we ask that

you respect the beautiful wilderness by keeping it wild.

Make sure when you set up camp you disturb as little

of the surrounding nature as possible. Keep a clean

camp and don’t leave trash or food lying around. Some areas allow

campfires, but please check with wherever

you’re staying for current restrictions. Our forest

has been ravaged by past wildfires that could have been prevented with proper precautions.

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Some hotels and resorts are close to our pristine lakes and offer water sport rentals for you to enjoy during your stay.

Camping in the hills away from developed fee sites is known as “dispersed camping.” Camp for free for 14 days, but stay 1/2 mile away from other sites.

like one too! You’re certain to find amenable lodging with equally agreeable hosts. One of the newest trends in lodging has also arrived in the Southern Hills: glamping. If you want to spend time immersed in nature with nothing but canvas between you and the outdoors, these rentals will be right up your alley. Enjoy all the conveniences of a cabin, but with less structure. You can find several around the Southern Hills, but act fast — because of their popularity, they sell out quickly.

Motoring for Fun Load up the RV, pack up the travel trailer, or gas up the motorhome. The Southern Hills are calling to all those road warriors and nomads who find a homebase in their RV. If you’re looking for a place to park your rig, discover what so many RVers already know about the Southern Hills — that RVs are welcomed here in a big way. Want to go for the unplugged experience? Book a site at one of the National Forest campgrounds. Fishing, boating and other watery

fun could be just a few steps outside the door of your RV — not to mention the hiking and the views. Maybe you want to take advantage of all of the whistles and bells in your mobile castle. Check out some of the less rustic motorhome experiences that some of the private campgrounds offer. Full hookups, pull through spots, cable access, internet access, pools, fire pits, and other fabulous RV amenities can be found throughout the Southern Hills.

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Prefer to bring home with you? We have a plethora of campgrounds, from primitive hike-in spots to full RV hookups.

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LODGING One with Nature The first question to ask when considering camping in the Southern Hills is what are you bringing with you? Maybe you or your family are not the type who brings the comforts of home on the road with a fully stocked RV. Maybe you’re searching for a more rugged experience. Maybe you’re more of a carryin-all-of-your-own-gear sort of group. If a camping experience is what you seek, we have plenty of variety to suit

every taste, both in location and amenities. You can find campgrounds with tent areas and hike-in spots all throughout the Southern Hills. And within the Black Hills National Forest, you can camp almost anywhere you can pitch a tent — just make sure to get your permit first. And if you’ve forgotten, lost or broken any necessary piece of camping equipment, the Southern Hills are dotted with adventure outfitters who would be more than happy to help you come up

with a solution to whatever camping dilemma may crop up during your stay. The Southern Hills truly capture the wonder and beauty of the Black Hills — from ponderosa-covered peaks to softly rolling prairies and lake shores. No matter what type of stay you are looking for — whether you’re looking to get pampered or if you’re wanting to really rough it — we welcome you to hang your hat up in our communities and relax with us during your trip.

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OUR FAVORITE STAYS

Cabins / Campground Blue Bell Lodge 25453 Hwy 87, Custer State Park

Cabins / Campground State Game Lodge 13389 Hwy 16A, Custer State Park

The log sleeping cabins at Blue Bell are some of the nicest 4-person log cabins in the Park, with vaulted ceilings and stone fireplaces. Around the main lodge there are 29 total cabins, including sleeping cabins, a honeymoon cabin, and housekeeping cabins.

The State Game Lodge is a gracious native stone and wood lodge built in 1920 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It served as the “Summer White House” for President Calvin Coolidge in 1927 and was visited by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1953.

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Cabins / Campground Legion Lake Lodge 13389 Hwy 16A, Custer State Park

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Legion Lake Resort offers 26 comfortable, family-sized cabins that are in the forest within walking distance to the lake. Choose from sleeping cabins, housekeeping cabins, or the two-story Centennial Cabin.

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Cabins / Campground Sylvan Lake Lodge 24572 US Hwy 87, Custer State Park

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The current Sylvan Lake Lodge was built in 1937, with new updates added in 2022 There are 31 cabins in the pine- and spruce-covered hillside, including sleeping cabins, a honeymoon cabin, and housekeeping cabins.

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We have something for everyone, but once you’ve found what you’re looking for, act fast! Many places book up fast, especially in the summer months.

Cabins / Campground

Hidden Lake Campground & Resort 27291 Evans St., Hot Springs 605.745.4042 CampAtHiddenLake.com Relax, refresh, restore. Camp with us to enjoy nature, disconnect and make unforgettable memories.

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Rustic Ridge Guest Cabins 12980 S. Hwy 16, Keystone 800.889.0932 or 605.666.4848 RusticRidgeGuestCabins.com Log cabins minutes from attractions. Each cabin has unique mountain setting with log accents and kitchenettes. OPEN ALL YEAR.

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Hotel / Motel

Newton Fork Ranch 12407 Deerfield Rd., Hill City 605.574.2220 NewtonForkRanch.com Six log cabins with full kitchens, claw foot tubs or rock-surround showers, gas fireplaces/ BBQs & decks with views. Open year-round.

Rushmore Express Inn & Family Suites 320 Cemetery Rd., Keystone 800.323.6476 or 605.666.4483 RushmoreExpress.com More than a Hotel – an experience! Indoor pool, hot tub, large suites, exercise room, fireplaces, bunk beds and conference space.

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