Get your motor running. It's almost time for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally (August 2-11, 2024) and it’s sure to be a good time for all in the motorcycle Mecca of the West.

Custer State Park, located in beautiful South Dakota, is a nature lover's paradise. Spanning over 71,000 acres of rugged granite peaks, pine-covered hillsides, and clear blue lakes, the park offers breathtaking views of the Black Hills.

Sitting astride the Belle Fourche River, the Tri-State Museum and Visitor Center tells the fascinating history of the region. Educational exhibits and kiosks tell the stories of early cattle companies, cowboys, sheep/wool industries and the century-long history of the Black Hills Roundup Rodeo.

Ever wonder what lies at the end of those country roads along I-90, heading for the Badlands?

When visiting the Black Hills, many people instantly notice all the different types of trees. Two types of trees that are abundant in these beautiful hills are aspen and birch. These two trees are commonly mistaken for each other due to their similar appearance.

Before your adventure concludes, treat yourself to a scoop of Thomas Jefferson ice cream, delighting in a taste based on the very first ice cream recipe documented in the U.S.