Experience travel on your own terms with an adventurous road trip from Rapid City and back. From the region’s scenic freeways and backcountry roads, discover hidden roadside gems—including some of our Great Finds and Great 8 landmarks that put SoDak on the map.
With 77,123 square miles of open road adventures, roadside attractions, city stopovers, cultural pit stops and memorable mile markers in-between, look forward to a memorable long weekend romantically roaming to Rapid City—whether it’s just you two or traveling with multiple couples.
Hit part of Highway 14 or 83 for sunflower magic, and don’t miss these unique stops along the way.
Local cuisine is important. To some – including this author – potato chips count. When on a SoDak adventure, don’t forget to snag some of the finest treats made right here in South Dakota.
Find the best hotels in each of our state's four regions. Whatever you’re looking for awaits in South Dakota!
Discover the best vacation rentals in South Dakota. Each region has extraordinary options to fulfill whatever you can imagine for the perfect getaway.
Find travel inspiration from Tariq, the “Corn Kid” and South Dakota’s official Corn-bassador
Badlands, prairie, open skies and surprises all await you in the nearly 600,000 acres of Buffalo Gap National Grassland.
Known for its breathtaking views and monumental adventures, Rapid City is more than a gateway to the Black Hills. It’s a Black Hills getaway in itself. With an abundance of local brews, upscale eats and its fair share of dinosaurs, explore the “Great 8” of Rapid City and prepare for fun.
Explore above and belowground as you soar, compete for high scores, and have loads of fun while seeing the Black Hills from a most excellent perspective.
