Adventure Awaits – Welcome to South Dakota’s
Black Hills & Badlands
Explore over 5 million acres of forest and mountain land teeming with natural beauty, clear mountain lakes, and abundant opportunities for adventure. From the four faces carved at Mount Rushmore National Memorial to the otherworldly buttes of Badlands National Park — the Black Hills and Badlands are home to truly monumental places.

Native American Performers and Storytellers at Crazy Horse Memorial®
- Crazy Horse Memorial®
- Jul 31, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Jul 31, 2025 - Sep 30, 2025
Hart Ranch Summer Music Series
- Hart Ranch Camping Resort Club
- Aug 2, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
These Noble Brutes- Exhibition Featuring the American Bison
- The Journey Museum
- Jul 31, 2025 - Oct 5, 2025
Old West Shootout on the 1880 Train
- 1880 Train - Black Hills Central Railroad
- Aug 17, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Sturgis Music on Main Race & Concert Series
- Aug 6, 2025 - Sep 3, 2025
Epic Tales of Adventure Black Hills & Badlands Blog
South Dakota’s Black Hills and Badlands offer a striking mix of rugged beauty and adventure. From Mount Rushmore to the dramatic Badlands, this region invites endless exploration. Whether hiking, spotting wildlife, or uncovering history, there’s an adventure story for everyone.
10 Gems of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
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1) The Merchant Mecca: Black Hills Harley-Davidson Imagine a place where the latest Harley motorcycles gleam under the South Dakota sun, beckoning you to come…
Artisan Shopping Experience: Take Home a Piece of the Black Hills and Badlands
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No trip to the Black Hills and Badlands is complete without a shopping spree. With a strong connection to its Native American culture and Old West history, many…