There are simply no hills like the Black Hills. And what better way to explore them with the family than with the Head for the Hills Passport?
This free, mobile-exclusive digital passport will guide you to the family-friendliest places in the beautiful Black Hills. Check in to stops across western South Dakota for discounts, prizes and more. No app required.
See how fast “Are we there yet?” becomes “THAT WAS SO COOL!” with the Head for the Hills Passport. And with prizes waiting to be awarded, you and the entire family are sure to make some memories that’ll last a lifetime.
On the Horizon: Family Memories & Fun Prizes
The Head for the Hills Passport is a can't-miss collection of family-friendly attractions in the Black Hills. Experience it all and earn prizes along the way.Earn Points, Win Prizes
Each stop is worth 10 points — the more you explore, the better the rewards!
Prizes start at just three check-ins (30 points) for stickers and small souvenirs. Top rewards are a NorthFace South Dakota backpack or an ENO hammock. Plus, your points never expire from year to year, so you can keep building toward bigger rewards.
Prizes are available while supplies last. Travel South Dakota reserves the right to substitute prizes of similar value.
How it Works
Select "Add To Cart" to sign up for the passport.
Click the "Learn More" button to see a map and list of included stops.
Share Your Family Adventure!
See what other families have discovered in the Black Hills and share your memories with us by using the hashtag #HeadForTheHills.
Frequently Asked Questions
With each passport, visitors and locals can check in to designated locations to unlock a broad range of prizes based on the number of locations visited. The program delivery is seamless, with no app download needed. Instead, the pass is easily accessed through TravelSouthDakota.com. Participant location redemption is followed through GPS-based tracking, with point accumulation and redemption tracked through the South Dakota Passport. Prizes are then shipped directly to participants.
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