Things To Do
The Black Hills' Most Spectacular Sightseeing Opportunities
Black Hills Attractions
The Black Hills of South Dakota are a hidden gem. Known mainly as the home of the infamous Mount Rushmore National Monument, the Black Hills are much more than that – if you have the extra time to do a little extra digging. Below are some favorite and most popular destinations for our campers.
Mount Rushmore
Perhaps the most recognizable landmark of South Dakota, this monument is waiting for you – just minutes away from Custer’s Gulch!
Crazy Horse Memorial
Memorializing the Oglala-Lakota warrior Crazy Horse pointing to his tribe’s land, this monument will be the world’s largest mountain carving.
Custer State Park
An outdoor-lover’s dream – Custer State Park is home to over 71,000 acres of wilderness, wildlife, and outdoor adventure.
Needles Highway
This is a famous highway that takes you to otherworldly rock formations and breathtaking aerial views of the Black Hills.
Jewel Cave
The 5th longest cave in the world and the 2nd longest in the United States, Jewel Cave is home to over 219 miles worth of tunnels.
Wind Cave
Wind Cave is one of the oldest national parks in the country, and also the 6th longest cave in the world – right behind Jewel Cave.
Mammoth Site
See the skeletons of ancient mammoths in what is still an active paleontological dig site in Hot Springs, SD.
Mickelson Trail
This trail spans the entire Black Hills from north to south, and connects to many other trails along the 110-mile stretch.
Wild Horse Sanctuary
If you’ve ever wanted to see wild mustangs roaming a classic midwestern landscape… you don’t want to miss this Black Hills staple.
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