Plan your South Dakota vacation with these trip starters. You’ll find adventure from Sioux Falls to Mount Rushmore and everywhere in between.
Located within an hour’s drive of six National Park Service sites, Rapid City is close to outdoor adventure while offering big-city amenities and attractions.
Located in the center of the state, Pierre (pronounced “peer”) is South Dakota’s capital and the second-smallest capital city in the country.
Outdoor recreation and spectacular scenery are the draw to the small town of Spearfish, located at the gateway of Spearfish Canyon.
Despite being a small town of about 20,000 people, Watertown is plentiful in culture and attractions.
The fourth-largest city in South Dakota, Brookings has museums, kid-approved attractions and scenic outdoor recreation areas.
Small-town charm and family fun abound in the town of Mitchell, where locally owned shops, restaurants and attractions line the bustling Main Street.
Located on the Missouri River in southeast South Dakota, Yankton is rich in natural beauty and things to do, including hiking, fishing and water recreation.
Discover Huron, SD — home of the World's Largest Pheasant, top-notch hunting, rich history and small-town charm that makes for an unforgettable visit.
The changing seasons turn Spearfish Canyon into an explosion of color every fall. Once you see it, you’ll understand why some people make an annual autumn pilgrimage every year.
