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.
Skating & Ice Bumper Cars at Outlaw Square
- Outlaw Square - Deadwood
- Mar 1, 2026 - Apr 30, 2026
Turtle Soup
- The Journey Museum
- Mar 6, 2026 - Apr 24, 2026
Deadwood's 150th Celebration Events
- Mar 14, 2026 - Dec 4, 2026
STEAM Saturdays
- The Journey Museum
- Mar 7, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026
Corn Palace Murals — “250 Years of America”
- Mar 1, 2026 - Sep 27, 2026
Free Entrance Day in the National Parks
- May 25, 2026 - Nov 11, 2026
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.
May the Adventure Begin: Black Hills & Badlands in May
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May in the Black Hills & Badlands is the ramp into adventure season: longer days, warmer temperatures, and more seasonal openings, often with lighter crowds…
Green Light to Adventure: Black Hills & Badlands in April
- 5 min read
April in the Black Hills and Badlands is a quieter travel season in spring: quieter roads, more breathing room, and a “green light” feeling as the…