Explorers of all ages can learn about Rapid City’s prehistoric past at Dinosaur Park, an iconic attraction filled with larger-than-life sculptures.
This laccolith structure is considered sacred by many of the area’s Native American tribes, so hikers will likely find religious offerings around the park's trail system. Along with its hiking trails, visitors can enjoy fishing, kayaking, camping and rafting.
South Dakota’s second-largest city is also the hub of everything to see and do in the Black Hills. Located conveniently along Interstate 90 on the east-central side of the Hills, Rapid City is home to numerous lodging and dining facilities as well as plenty of exciting attractions.
South Dakota’s capital city of Pierre is smack dab in the middle of the state and right on the Missouri River, making it a prime spot for fishermen, hunters and outdoor recreation enthusiasts. Being the country’s second-smallest state capital also means Pierre is surrounded by wide-open spaces. Fishermen find luck along the river without ever leaving town, but Lake Oahe—created by the Oahe Dam—is also a popular fishing area that stretches north for 231 miles. Hunters and hikers love to explore the grasslands surrounding the city. Inside city limits are delicious restaurants and charming shops. Bronze statues of many of the state’s governors stand on street corners and sidewalks in the downtown area. More monuments to veterans, fallen first-responders and state employees decorate the grounds around the majestic capitol building. History, culture, and outdoor adventure are all intricate parts of the city of Pierre.
Planning to try your hand at fishing while in South Dakota? Here's everything you need to know to have a successful fishing trip in the 605 state.
Here are eight pages that will help your little ones learn fun facts about South Dakota, including Native American culture, the Wild West, wildlife, Mount Rushmore and so much more. Kids can then put those lessons into practice with easy-to-do, hands-on activities like fossil building, indoor camping, and ice-cream making. There are also coloring pages, word match-ups, crossword puzzles and other games.
Kids Online Lessons - This lesson is all about Mount Rushmore — you know, the mountain with four presidents carved into it. Scroll to learn more about this national memorial and enjoy two coloring pages and a recipe for making your own ice cream!
Kids Online Lessons - This lesson is all about wild animals in South Dakota. Keep scrolling for fun facts, four activity sheets, and a game about having your own pheasant hunt.
Kids Online Lessons - Dinosaurs and mammoths are featured in this lesson. Check out two different games and a hands-on learning activity below to have some fun while learning more about South Dakota’s most famous fossils!
