South Dakota Highway 20 passes through nearly two-dozen East River towns between Minnesota and the Missouri River. Only four have more than 300 people. Motorists often choose U.S. Highway 12 through Aberdeen or U.S. Highway 212 through Watertown when traversing the state’s northeastern quarter, so Highway 20 has become less traveled. The route could be considered one of our most rural highways, and it’s worth exploring. We found 200 year old pianos, South Dakota’s only pressed flower artist, legends of a prankster Indian chief, Civil War history (Union and Confederate) and new businesses injecting life into small towns.
Unique history and trails wind through this unique little city in central South Dakota.
Find over 20 casinos and casino hotels in Historic Deadwood. Enjoy Vegas-style games in a unique atmosphere steeped in exciting Wild West history.
From Wild Bill Days to the rodeo, embark on an extraordinary journey in Deadwood, South Dakota — no matter the season.
From Crazy Horse Memorial® in the Black Hills to the Sioux Falls SculptureWalk, you’ll find a wide variety of free public art to peruse across South Dakota.
Want to play like a mountain goat for a winter afternoon? Then hike to the summit of Black Elk Peak (formerly known as Harney Peak) after a soft snowfall, picking your way up the rocky, treestrewn three-mile trail that leads to the tallest point east of the Rockies and west of the Pyrenees in Europe. You can’t see Spain from the top, but you can easily find Montana, Wyoming and Nebraska.
The Native American Scenic Byway showcases tribal history and culture, diverse landscapes and breathtaking views of the Missouri River.
Some of the most incredible roads anywhere make up the Peter Norbeck National Scenic Byway in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Explore maps and must-see stops.
Use the Badlands Loop State Scenic Byway map to plan a drive along the 39-mile, two-lane road. Enjoy wildlife sightings, 12 scenic overlooks, hiking trails, dining options and more.
Custer State Park’s Wildlife Loop State Scenic Byway winds through pine-covered hills, rolling prairies and red-walled canyons showcasing buffalo, bighorn sheep, wild burros and more.
