Lake Andes National Wildlife Refuge

Lake Andes National Wildlife Refuge, Lake Andes - photo by USFWS

Lake Andes National Wildlife Refuge, located east of the community of Lake Andes, is a place of wetlands, grasslands, and riverside forests. During spring and fall migrations, clouds of waterfowl and shorebirds darken the sky. Because of its tremendous value to waterfowl and other migratory birds

Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge

Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge, Lake Andes - photo by USFWS

Lacreek National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1935 as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. The Refuge is located in southwestern South Dakota in Bennett County southeast of Martin, and is the only refuge in South Dakota headquartered west of the Missouri River

Karl E. Mundt National Wildlife Refuge

Bald Eagles in South Dakota

Located along the Missouri River below Fort Randall Dam and south of Pickstown, the Karl E. Mundt National Wildlife Refuge is managed to provide habitat for bald eagles. This Refuge’s story began in 1967, when a biologist counted 283 bald eagles wintering in this area. At the time, the bald eagle

Black Hills Burgers & Pizza Co.

Black Hills Burgers & Pizza Co., Custer

Overly committed to the freshest, tastiest food they can create, Claude and Christie have always had a hankering for making quality, unique pizzas. Black Hills Burgers & Pizza Co. in Custer showcases not only house-made, hand-tossed pizzas that feature made from scratch sauce and dough, but also our

Waubay National Wildlife Refuge

Waubay National Wildlife Refuge, Waubay

Waubay National Wildlife Refuge, located in northeastern South Dakota north of Waubay, is in the Prairie Pothole Region, a key region in North America for waterfowl conservation. The Refuge was established in 1935 as a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife. Today, the

Museum of Wildlife, Science & Industry

Museum of Wildlife, Science & Industry, Webster

The Museum of Wildlife, Science & Industry in Webster offers a glimpse of the past in 23 buildings. The founders of the museum were concerned with preserving the history of northeastern South Dakota and organized an effort to preserve items and culture of the area. The unique exhibits show the

Helen's House

Helen's House, Philip

Make memories at this uniquely rustic & family-friendly renovated ranch house. Bring family & friends to Helen’s House north of Philip to relax & enjoy the sunrises, sunsets and night skies from the front porch. There are accommodations for 8-10 guests, with four bedrooms (six beds) and one and one

BibiSol

BibiSol, Sioux Falls

Located in downtown Sioux Falls, BibiSol is more than a restaurant — it's a tribute to our matriarchal lineage and rich Mexican Indigenous heritage. Sacred foods and traditional practices like nixtamalization are at the heart of our dishes, which are crafted with locally sourced ingredients and

Custer State Park Camping

Three friends stand on the rocky shoreline of a lake at a resort in Custer State Park. Custer, South Dakota.
Three friends stand on the rocky shoreline of a lake at a resort in Custer State Park. Custer, South Dakota.

Custer State Park Camping

Custer Resorts

When it comes to camping in the shadows of Custer State Park’s majesty, it’s truly a pick-your-own, sleep-under-the-South-Dakota-stars adventure. Choose from primitive campsites for roughing it, RV hookups and cozy, furnished cabins in the park itself, or find locally owned campgrounds of all kinds nearby. You can find it all close to (or in) Custer State Park!

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Inside Custer State Park

The park itself features amenities for tent-only camping, RVs with hookups or no hookups, pet-friendly options, shady or full-sun spots and even spots for horse camping. Sites boast scenic views of streams, pine forests or mountain lakes and come with a gravel or paved camping pad, a fire grate and picnic table. Most campsites offer electric hookups. If you’re looking for something different, the park’s cozy studio cabins come with heat, air conditioning and furnishings. Reserve early online, as many sites book up before the busy summer season.

Outside Custer State Park

Just outside the park, the towns of Custer and Hill City boast a lineup of options, from resort-style campsites with pools and playgrounds to simple roadside lodging located close to town. Choose from horse and RV camps, glamping and luxury tipis, campgrounds situated on the location where General Custer's expedition camped in 1874, RV parks for couples close to downtown Custer, and SD GREAT PLACE-verified family campgrounds.

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Shortgrass Resort

Shortgrass Resort, Spearfish

Whether this is your first time to the area, or you’re a lifetime visitor, we can’t wait to have you explore our 52 acres of heaven at Shortgrass Resort north of Spearfish. There is a charm and energy to the Black Hills that soothes the soul. You can hike all day and not see another soul, if you