Adventure Lives Here
Trek across the state or head just down the road – there’s adventure near you.
Greatest Hits: 1-90 Adventures
Your favorite tunes, endless sky and a bag of Dakota Style Sunflower Seeds: that’s the recipe for a road trip to remember. As you make your way along I-90, make time for these sweet stops, shops and photo-ops.
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Missouri River
Central South Dakota – Missouri River
Central South Dakota has a different kind of beauty. The sky is wider, the horizons literally endless. The Missouri River is equally impressive, as are the rolling hills on its banks. For hunting and fishing — especially for pheasants and walleye — there’s no greater destination than this. Native Americans have lived here for centuries, as have their traditions. Explore it all as you find your adventure on the river.
Ingalls Homestead, De Smet
Northeastern South Dakota – Glacial Lakes & Prairies
Northeastern South Dakota’s prairies have more than meets the eye, even though what meets the eye is pretty cool, too. Along every mile you’ll find off-the-beaten path destinations for families and outdoor lovers alike, plus hometown eats, historic landmarks and museums. Explore cute rural towns and state parks perfect for waterside camping, walleye fishing and beach bumming.
Boots, Brews & Views
One of the best parts of any hike is the cold reward at the end. We’re talking about the legendary backpack beer, hard-earned and well-deserved — a beer that goes perfect with nature’s live music. Here are a few of our favorite trails and a South Dakota brew for each.
Big Sioux River
Southeastern South Dakota – Big Sioux & Beyond
Let’s start with South Dakota’s biggest city, Sioux Falls. Specifically, let’s start downtown, where you can’t wave a fork without hitting a great place to eat. Guy Fieri agrees. He recently lauded Bread & Circus Sandwich Kitchen on his show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, saying “Balanced, creative, the list goes on and on. Excellent!” Just down the street you’ll find more artistic flavor. This time, it’s dozens of statues in the SculptureWalk. Be sure to read the artist quotes in the captions — they’re often the best part. It’s only the beginning of what you’ll discover.
Greatest Hits: Scenic Drives
Keeping your eyes on the road is easier said than done when you cruise pavement like this.
Badlands National Park
Western SD – Black Hills & Badlands Region
The land of Mount Rushmore National Memorial is also home to six national park units. It has bison herds and ATV trails. You’ll find frontier history, hot springs, gold mines and Native American legends. And that’s the abridged version. It’s an all-American destination — perfect for families, foodies, nature lovers, history hunters, wine-sippers and road-trippers. Spend an afternoon, a few days or a few weeks. There’s more than enough to keep you busy.
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