From quiet appreciation to adrenaline-filled adventure, Rapid City offers the perfect vantage point for outdoor enthusiasts to explore breathtaking landscapes of the American frontier. Whether reaching new heights at one of the area’s rock climbing sites, enjoying a breath of fresh air on one of the…
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Witness unexplainable things occur before your eyes at Cosmos Mystery Area in the Black Hills. Watch a ball roll uphill, stand eye level with someone you know is taller than you, or feel gravity pull you in ways you’ve never experienced. It is the one location in the Black Hills where the laws of…
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Rapid City is known for many iconic things such as the City of Presidents, a series of life-sized president statues found throughout its downtown district, or being the gateway to Mount Rushmore thanks to its convenient location only 30 minutes away from the memorial. But not everything about Rapid…
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The Museum of Geology, located on the campus of the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, has been an active part of the Rapid City community for nearly a century! The Museum was founded in 1885 along with the university, but did not open to the public until 1923. In its first year of public…
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The Black Hills are known for their rugged beauty, from craggy granite spires to pristine lakes lined with Ponderosa pines. If you’re concerned about fully enjoying them because of accessibility needs, don’t be! We’ve scoped out the best trails, lookouts, and parks that are all accessible and easy…
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We were so excited when the South Dakota Department of Tourism invited us back to visit this summer. This time, we stayed in Rapid City and it did not disappoint! We had such a blast, I wish we had stayed another day just to squeeze in a few more activities. Some of you messaged me on Instagram and…
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Many things about this popular Keystone attraction have changed since its start in 1965. But one thing they continue to offer, and have expanded on, is a thrilling cruise and some epic Mount Rushmore views. In the beginning, Rushmore Tramway was home to one attraction, a gondola ride to the top of…
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See what shopping in Rapid City is all about by going beyond the big box stores and stepping into a few of the locally owned treasures. They’re the perfect place to find that one-of-kind reminder of your big adventure or to enjoy during your visit. These nine unique items are what I would…
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Spend time exploring the outdoors in Rapid City! Recent influencer, Wes Eisenhauer, had an itinerary full of outdoor exploration that will inspire you for your own getaway! It all starts with a great place to stay like The Rushmore Hotel and Suites. They offer modern amenities, a great downtown…
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If you’ve ever been to South Dakota, I hope you’ve had the privilege of visiting Custer State Park – widely considered one of the best in America. An unimaginable amount of diverse outdoor adventures happen here – think hiking, kayaking, cruising, horseback riding, wildlife sightings, rock climbing…
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