Woman in water at Moccasin Springs in Hot Springs

Instagram Lens: The Great 8

See the magic others are discovering at our Great 8

The variety of landscapes, sites and sights of South Dakota make it hard to pick a favorite. But our Great 8 stand out for their iconic beauty and magic. Year after year, more people find joy exploring. See what they're finding before making some photos — and memories — of your own.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Badlands National Park

Crazy Horse Memorial

Custer State Park

Historic Deadwood

Jewel Cave National Monument

Wind Cave National Park

Missouri River

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Dignity: Of Earth & Sky statue during sunset in Chamberlain, South Dakota.

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