South Dakota

South Dakota, the heart of the Midwest, is rich in culture, history and diverse landscapes. Badlands National Park and Mount Rushmore National Memorial are two of the spectacular locations that our visitors return to year after year.

South Dakota is home to a significant Native American population, which comprises nearly 10% of the state’s residents. Several of the state’s nine reservations can be explored via the Native American Scenic Byway, which offers a glimpse of seemingly untouched land where visitors can explore the stories of our past and dreams of the future.

Visitors can walk in the footsteps of legends like Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane in Deadwood, where the west is still wild.

South Dakota’s four distinct seasons further opportunities for outdoor recreation, as each passing season ushers in new sights, sounds and experiences. From trail rides in the summer to snowmobiling and skiing in winter, visitors to South Dakota have access to a full spectrum of options for entertainment year-round.

Experience buffalo roaming the wide open spaces in Custer State Park, where a host of other wildlife will greet you. In addition, world-class walleye fishing and water recreation can be found in the waters of the mighty Missouri River and the lakes of the northeast.

South Dakota’s diversified landscape is credited for its assorted offering of both tourism attractions and agricultural endeavors. Rolling fields of green prairie grass, pine forests, mountains and lakes make South Dakota a place that you have to see to believe