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Arts & Sculpture Trail: Northeast
Explore northeast South Dakota’s vibrant arts scene, from murals and sculptures in Brookings to cultural gems and galleries in Aberdeen.Hunt The Greatest — Pheasant Hunting in South Dakota
Experience the world’s greatest pheasant hunting on the great plains of South Dakota. Get your license and find land to hunt.Let's Road Trip
Iconic national and state park units and recreation areas — check. Wide-open spaces, jaw-dropping sights and the freedom of the open road — check. Kitschy roadside attractions, untamed Wild West history and wilder critters — check. Mix in the friendly, personable nature of people in this Midwestern state with the surprisingly diverse landscape and you have something special. There’s no other place where you can check so many things off your bucket list.Good Earth Photo Essay
The Oneota people inhabited this area around 1500 A.D., but others lived in the area as early as 6500 B.C. Today, visitors to Good Earth State Park at Blood Run can stroll amongst wildlife, wild grasses and magnificent oak trees. Relax along the banks of the Big Sioux River, stroll the 3.1-mile Riparian Trail, and enjoy a variety of kid-friendly activities throughout the year. If you’re searching for peace, Good Earth State Park at Blood Run is the place for you.SD Pheasant Hunting - Beginner's Resources
Pheasant hunting in South Dakota is a great way to get outdoors and get closer to nature. Find the information you need to get started.Centennial Trail Photo Essay
This amazing 111-mile trail begins and ends at sacred Native American sites, starting at the summit of Bear Butte east of Sturgis and ending at Wind Cave National Park north of Hot Springs. Designed for hikers, bikers and horseback riders, the trail cuts through some of the most scenic areas in the Black Hills and prime wildlife habitat. Portions of the trail pass near Mount Rushmore National Memorial, through Custer State Park, and across large chunks of the Black Hills National Forest.For a truly scenic and sacred outdoor experience, take a trip along the unique Centennial Trail.
Vacation Gold Awaits: A Custer Photo Essay
Shortly after George Custer’s 1874 expedition discovered gold in the Black Hills, a town named for the famed Army officer sprung up in the valley of the discovery. Now the western gateway to the natural wonders of Custer State Park, the town of Custer provides everything a traveling visitor could want. Lodging options range from rustic cabins to glamping teepees & campgrounds and swanky restored historic hotels. Some of the state’s most revered dining establishments are in Custer–try gourmet Norwegian fare at Skogen Kitchen, top-notch beef at Black Hills Burger and Bun, or homemade fresh desserts at Bobkat’s Purple Pie Place. Unique souvenirs are available at numerous shops along Custer’s Main Street, which was built extra wide to accommodate oxen-pulled wagons making U-turns back in the day. Connecting Custer with the rest of the Black Hills is the 109-mile Mickelson Trail biking/hiking path that runs right through the center of town.Unique and Ideal: A Lead Photo Essay
Once home to the largest gold mine in the northern hemisphere, Lead is now an outdoor adventure hotspot. And the mine? It’s been converted into a cutting-edge underground science lab. Learn about neutrinos and why they need to be studied as far as possible from cosmic rays at the free Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center. You can also rent bicycles here for touring the town and hit golf balls into the cavernous Open Cut. It’s a guaranteed hole-in-one!That Open Cut remnant of the Homestake Gold Mine is one of the most powerful views in town, but there’s beauty—and recreational opportunities—everywhere around this mountain community. Hikers, fishermen, photographers, mountain bikers, skiers, snowmobilers and ATVers have plenty of ways and places to explore. Terry Peak Ski Area offers the highest skiing between the Rocky Mountains and the Alps. When you’re looking to fuel up for adventures, Lewie’s Burgers, the Sled Haus and an old miner’s traditional meal of King’s Pasties can hit the spot. Afterwards, quench your thirst at Dakota Shivers Brewing. Don’t forget to check out the elegant Historic Homestake Opera House on Main Street, which hosts plays, musicals, concerts, galas and more.
