by southdakota | Mar 15, 2021 | Attractions
The word “Hills†in the phrase “Black Hills†is a major misnomer. From atop Harney Peak, that point is abundantly clear. At an elevation of 7,242 feet, Harney Peak, the highest point in the supposed “Hills,†is about 2,400 feet higher than any...
by sethtupper | Mar 15, 2021 | Attractions
Follow the signs to fun … and free ice water It was 1936. Druggist Ted Hustead owned a struggling store in the town of Wall, South Dakota. The Great Depression gripped the nation, and the Dust Bowl made things doubly bad on the high plains. It’s doubtful...
by southdakota | Mar 15, 2021 | General
The abundance of State and National Parks, memorials, rich history, and magnificent, unspoiled scenery make South Dakota an excellent choice for travelers wishing to build lifetime memories. South Dakota’s Scenic Byways transform windshields into theatres as...
by southdakota | Mar 15, 2021 | General
Perhaps the most authentic way to experience the majestic beauty of western South Dakota’s Black Hills, the 1880 Train is a fully functioning, antique steam locomotive. Children and adults will enjoy the train’s steam-puffing engines and long, low...
by southdakota | Mar 15, 2021 | General
A billion-dollar bonanza If you’re wondering whether Deadwood is for you, consider this: When Kevin Costner came to South Dakota to film “Dances with Wolves,†he liked it so much that he bought a Deadwood building and turned it into a casino. That casino is...
