Black Hills Reptile Gardens

Home to a unique animal park set in beautiful botanical gardens, Reptile Gardens has been a staple in the Black Hills since 1937. Our iconic Sky Dome houses rare and fascinating reptiles, including Komodo Dragons, Axolotls, and Maniac, the Giant Saltwater Crocodile. Immerse yourself in the Safari Room indoor jungle filled with a brilliant array of tropical flowers and plants, along with birds, and reptiles. The grounds are a colorful mosaic of flowerbeds planted each year with more than 40,000 flowers. Visiting with the award-winning staff, having a conversation with a parrot, and getting up close and personal to take a selfie with 500-pound giant tortoise are experiences your family will never forget! Reptile Gardens is in the Guinness Book of World Records for the world's largest reptile collection. Located six miles south of Rapid City on the road to Mount Rushmore, we are open year-round (see our website for seasonal hours and rates).