There is a lot to see in the Black Hills. Mount Rushmore. Badlands National Park. Custer State Park. Deadwood. Crazy Horse Memorial®. Spearfish Canyon. Devils Tower. Mountain lakes, granite spires, wide-open prairie, wildlife, historic towns, and roads worth traveling simply for the view. The good…
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There are landscapes that make an impression, and then there are landscapes that make you wonder how they got here in the first place. Drive about an hour east of Rapid City and the rolling prairie suddenly breaks apart. Jagged pinnacles rise from the earth. Deep canyons cut through bands of red…
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The Black Hills are home to a spectacular and diverse range of rock climbing. The setting here is magical and calm compared to other climbing destinations, while the climbing itself remains world-class. For experienced climbers, casting off into the unknown in a new place can be intimidating. But…
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Spend a little time in downtown Rapid City and you will inevitably end up at Main Street Square. Kids dart through the fountains on warm summer afternoons. Live music echoes across the plaza during evening concerts. Families gather for festivals, movies, and holiday celebrations. When winter…
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In the same amount of time it takes to unload the dishwasher, vacuum the living room, or fold one load of laundry, you can drive from Downtown Rapid City to the edge of the Black Hills National Forest. South Dakota’s favorite 1.2 million acre playground is a short ten minute drive from the heart of…
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Rapid City just earned a title that feels right at home in a place built for movement and wide-open adventure. Recently named one of just 28 International Mountain Biking Association Trail Towns in the country, Rapid City joins a select group of communities that are shaping what it means to ride…
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When the chill of winter fades and the first blooms appear, Rapid City welcomes spring with fresh energy and patriotic pride. It’s the perfect season to explore, sip and celebrate the stories that built the nation. From city streets lined with history to mountains that echo with legacy, spring in…
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The Black Hills are not just a collection of trails and vistas; they are sacred land, rich in culture, wild with life, and waiting to inspire. When you step onto these paths, you become part of a promise to honor the land, protect wildlife, respect local communities, and preserve the remarkable…
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The mountainous terrain, rolling grasslands, and eroding buttes of Western South Dakota are surprising enough for visitors, but even more so is the abundance of wildlife that call it home. You can fill your whole vacation seeking out the critters of our area, and the best part is wildlife adventures…
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If you’ve spent any time in the rapid City area, then you know how easy it is to find amazing trails, public land, and beautiful views with just a short drive. But what I didn’t realize was that I could find great hiking without ever leaving Rapid City. That’s when I learned about — and explored —…
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