The Black Hills of South Dakota

From legendary Deadwood to the majesty of Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse memorials, the Black Hills of South Dakota boast a variety of attractions and activities for any weekend getaway or family vacation. The area has one of the highest concentrations of national parks and monuments in the country.

One of the oldest mountain ranges in the world, the elements have eroded the Black Hills into a unique topography of forested hills and geological formations. Custer State Park provides a multitude of scenic byways and hiking/biking trails to access this wonderful landscape and abundant wildlife. The area is also just a day trip away from the natural wonders of the Badlands National Park and Devils Tower National Monument.

Called "Paha Sapa" by the Lakota Sioux, the Black Hills area is claimed as sacred ancestral land by nearly two dozen Native American tribes. A variety of museums and historical sites provide insight into local Native American history and heritage.

Each August, the Black Hills and South Dakota also welcome half a million motorcycle enthusiasts as host of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.