South Dakota Wineries

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South Dakota Wineries

Bottle or glass, come sip and savor some South Dakota wine at one of our local wine bars, wineries and vineyards!

Bottle or glass, come sip and savor some South Dakota wine at one of our...

State Nature Areas & State Parks

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Hiking on La Framboise Island

State Nature Areas & State Parks

While many of South Dakota's national parks take a lot of the limelight, our state parks also offer a great deal of outdoor exploration, recreation and nature. Search for your favorites and get out there!

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Mines & Gold Panning

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Mines & Gold Panning

Strike gold in in the lands and mines of South Dakota!

Gold was first discovered in the Black Hills in 1874. Since then, this precious metal has played a significant role in the history of the area.

Tours of one of the oldest mines in the Western Hemisphere are offered by Homestake Gold Mine Surface Tour and Visitor Center. Many other abandoned mines also offer tours, and museums throughout the region exhibit mining displays. Black Hills gold is produced by several companies and can be found in nearly every gift shop.

Gold was first discovered in the Black Hills in 1874. Since then, this precious metal...

South Dakota Day Tours

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Day Tours

Pack in all the sights and scenes in a day with these tour companies!

Going on vacation means trying to see as much of the exciting and wonderful as you can. The trick is to also be able to sit back and relax. Don't worry. South Dakota has you covered. 

Check our ever-expanding collection of road journals, itineraries, spotlights and scenic drives for plenty of well-researched options that'll make planning your trip a stress-free experience. You can also explore the options below and craft the perfect way to spend a fun and peaceful day (or several) in South Dakota.

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South Dakota Concert Venues

Leonard Skynard, State Fair
Leonard Skynard, State Fair

Concert Venues

Get your groove on with the sounds of live music and electric performances! Whether rock n' roll, country, pop or reggae, check out one of South Dakota's many theaters, concert halls and event venues!

Get your groove on with the sounds of live music and electric performances! Whether rock...

Caves

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Caves Found In South Dakota

To explore the subterranean caverns of South Dakota is to enter a world of discovery. Head underground to explore some of the largest and most amazing caves on the planet.

Named for the crystals that line its walls, Jewel Cave is the third-longest cave in the world and features calcite crystals and formations of boxwork, cave popcorn and a long ribbon drapery known as “cave bacon.” Nearby, Wind Cave is the sixth-longest cave in the world and home of the world’s largest concentration of rare boxwork formations. The wondrous cave also sits under a 33,970-acre South Dakota wildlife sanctuary.

But these aren’t the only cavernous wonders in the state. Take your pick from the state's many caves and prepare to be awestruck. Learn Seven Things You Didn't Know About Black Hills Caves and check out the listings below to plan your perfect subterranean South Dakota adventure.

Named for the crystals that line its walls, Jewel Cave is the third-longest cave in...

Casinos & Gaming

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People celebrate their win at a red-topped casino table in Deadwood

Casinos & Gaming

Feeling lucky? Come to South Dakota and enjoy top-notch food, drink and entertainment as you try your luck at a variety of games. It might be the perfect time to win your fortune!

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Bowling, Mini Golf, Go-Karts & Arcades

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Bowling, Mini Golf, Go-Karts & Arcades

Whether it's high speed or a high score, find just the fun you're looking for. South Dakota's got bowling alleys, mini golf courses, go-kart racing, escape rooms and arcades for the whole family!

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