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At America’s Shrine of Democracy, four great U.S. presidents represent the nation’s birth, growth, development and preservation.

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Enter an otherworldly landscape of buttes, canyons, pinnacles and spires, where ancient skeletons are forever preserved in stone.

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Few truly wild places remain in America. With 1,300 bison wandering 71,000 untamed acres, Custer State Park is one of them.

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History and adventure abound on the Mighty Mo', whose giant reservoirs and free-flowing waters are prime for boating and fishing.

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The first cave to be designated a national park, Wind Cave reveals seemingly endless natural wonders both above and below ground.

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Step into the world’s third-longest cave to explore a treasure trove of calcite crystals, cave popcorn and dripping stalactites.

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Walk in the footsteps of Old West legends like Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and Seth Bullock in this 1870s gold rush town.

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Witness history in the making. When finished, this tribute to Lakota leader Crazy Horse will be the world’s largest mountain carving.

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Curious about Mount Rushmore? Learn who built it, how long it took and fun facts along the way.

Mount Rushmore: Dynamite Facts and Surprising History

Custer State Park’s Wildlife Loop winds through hills, prairies and canyons showcasing buffalo, bighorn sheep and more.

Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway

Feel the history, shed some stress, win your fortune and find other exciting things to do in Historic Deadwood, South Dakota — the town built around adventure.

 Two Days in Deadwood

Hit the road on this legendary loop and see why drivers call its views downright otherworldly.

Driving the Badlands Loop State Scenic Byway

If you like the Missouri River, you’ll love these other amazing (and lesser-known) parts of South Dakota.

If You Like The Missouri River, You’ll Love…

Jewel Cave and Wind Cave share many similarities and differences. Explore these unique and magical experiences at each.