Visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park
When we said we were visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park this summer, most folks said, “Where?” True, it is not the most popular or well-known park and the North Dakota … Read more
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Trips to North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa, Missouri
Great Bars and Restaurants in the Black Hills
The Black Hills area of western South Dakota is a nature-lover’s paradise. In addition to the Black Hills National Forest, there are numerous state and national parks, all offering hiking … Read more
Day Hiking in the Black Hills
The Black Hills are one of the most overlooked destinations we have ever been to. Most visitors come here just to see Mount Rushmore, ignoring the amazing views to be … Read more
Scenic Drives in the Black Hills
The scenic drives in the Black Hills are one of the main reasons why anyone who visits needs to spend longer than just a day. The funny thing about the … Read more
Renting an ATV in the Black Hills
As you drive through the Black Hills of South Dakota, one thing you can’t help but notice is the abundance of All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). While I’m sure that many locals … Read more
Exploring Wind Cave National Park
We list Wind Cave National Park as one of our five hidden gems of the National Park Service for a reason. Despite being a national park, most folks have never … Read more
A Day at Jewel Cave National Monument
Jewel Cave National Monument is an often-overlooked attraction in the Black Hills and is often compared with nearby Wind Cave National Park. The site itself is smaller and is a … Read more
Visiting the Black Hills of South Dakota
So, you’re headed to South Dakota and you want to know some other things to do near Mount Rushmore. We see this question a lot! The short answer is that … Read more
Great Hikes in Custer State Park
Custer State Park is most known for its amazing wildlife (home to the second-largest public bison herd) and its stunning scenery (the Needles Highway). But it is also the perfect … Read more
Things to Do in Custer State Park
Custer State Park, in the Black Hills of South Dakota, is generally regarded as one of the best state parks in the country. It certainly is one of our favorite … Read more