A large crowd gathers at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally at sunset. Sturgis, South Dakota.

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

Best Rides from Minneapolis to Sturgis

Road to the Rally

Written by: TravelSouthDakota.com Staff Writer

The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally began in 1938, and this Black Hills community does it up every August. Whether you’re looking for the most direct way to Sturgis or a scenic route filled with sights, we’ve got tips for turning your ride from Minneapolis into an epic road trip.

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