When South Dakota achieved statehood in 1889, Pierre, situated at nearly the geographic center of the state became its capital. We are a small, Midwestern city of about 14,000 that is the seat of Hughes County as well as the state capital. Ours is a friendly community whose tree-lined streets, historic downtown and lush green parks give way to rolling hills and steep Missouri River bluffs. With numerous parks and endless outdoor recreation opportunities, Pierre is your adventure on the river.
Right off Highway 52 in southeastern South Dakota near Yankton, Pierson Ranch Recreation Area provides easy access to picnic shelters and campsites. The large day-use area serves as an excellent facility for hosting family reunions and large groups. Located between Chief White Crane and Lewis & Clark Recreation Areas, visitors can enjoy a wide variety of recreation opportunities in all three parks. Facilities include a playground, picnic shelter, tennis/pickle ball court and disc golf course.
Piesano’s Pacchia in Rapid City has been proudly serving fresh, authentic Italian pizza since 1993. Over the last 20 years, we have become a favorite among locals throughout the Black Hills and beyond. Our philosophy is fresh. Fresh ingredients, dough that is baked fresh daily and homemade sauces that are made from scratch and simmered slowly for a deep, rich flavor. We pride ourselves on providing our guests with fresh, authentic Italian pizza and cuisine handmade from our own house special recipes. We offer in-house dining, pick-up and delivery. Our hours are 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday.
Pine Rest Cabins - just one mile south of Hill City - is the perfect location for day trips anywhere in the Black Hills. Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial and Custer State Park are all within ten miles of your front porch. Board the 1880 Train or get on the Mickelson Trail right in Hill City. Walkers, hikers, cyclists, tourists, hunters, fishers, honeymooners, climbers, ATV riders, and anyone wishing to relax in the beautiful surroundings of the Black Hills are all welcome.
Pine Shadows presents you with DAYBREAK, its Orvis-endorsed wingshooting grounds on the historic Elm River in northeastern South Dakota. The eleven-square-mile estate provides a secluded experience in a peaceful setting with abundant game. Enjoy this premium adventure with family, sporting friends, and appreciated business colleagues. Your hosts are the Haglins of Pine Shadows who have been training bird dogs, breeding English Springer Spaniels and guiding prairie hunting since 1976.
Pints & Quarts is a unique bar located in historic downtown Brookings. We offer a wide selection of beer, spirits, and food, all within a fun and inviting atmosphere. We have a variety of ways to stay entertained, including pool tables, a dart board, fooseball, myTouchtunes jukebox, chalk walls to add your art, and two flat screen TVs. Our menu includes chislic and other appetizers, burgers and sandwiches, fish tacos and fish 'n chips. We are open 4-10 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 4 p.m.-12 a.m., Friday and Saturday.
With more than 300 vintage cars, trucks and motorcycles, the Pioneer Auto Show & Prairie Town just off Interstate 90 in Murdo is one of the largest, privately-owned auto shows open to the public. With 42 buildings of exhibits, 60 tractors, 60 motorcycles, toys, animations and music machines, antiques, and an entire Prairie Town, there is something for everyone. The 1950s diner serves burgers, shakes and daily specials. Our hours are seasonal, so visit our website for current information.
Rapid City's Pistachio Pie Bakery is a full scratch pie shop, meaning that everything we offer is made completely from scratch, with fresh ingredients and baked fresh daily. We have 11 flavors of pie that we offer year-round, in addition to some seasonal flavors as well. Other desserts we offer are cookies, french macarons, hand pies, and a wide variety of cheesecakes. The flavors in our daily case change every Monday and Thursday. Our hours and current flavors can be found on our website or Facebook page.
At Pizza Cheeks, we’re not just making pizza—we’re crafting the kind of pies we’d want to eat ourselves: big, bold, and absolutely delicious. Inspired by pizza styles from all over, we’ve honed our recipes to create our own signature version—one that’s crispy, chewy, cheesy, and unforgettable. You can grab a slice for lunch, a whole pie anytime, or try one of our new menu items—like pasta salads or sandwiches—all while kicking back in our American Italian Tavern-style space, complete with an arcade featuring both vintage and new coin-operated games. Our hours are 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday. We also have a "Slice Window" in the back of The Hello Hi bar (120 S Phillips Avenue).
Pizza King became the first pizza restaurant in Brookings in 1961. Over the years, Pizza King's original recipe has become a favorite among many. It's the pizza "Brookings grew up on." We offer dine-in, carry-out and free local delivery. We are cash only. Our menu includes daily specials, build-your-own pizzas, garlic cheese bread and specialty pizzas. We are open seven days per week and our hours are 4-10 p.m. (Monday through Sunday).
