The thing that South Dakota is perhaps best known for is Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Sculpted over the course of more than a decade, it features the faces of four presidents - George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt. Mount Rushmore is … [Read more...] about Mount Rushmore: More Impressive Than Expected, But With A Problematic History
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30 Photos From Badlands National Park
In addition to lots of roadside attractions along I-90 in South Dakota, there's another key attraction - Badlands National Park. I-90 passes by the park to the north and from the interstate you don't get much of a taste of what lies beyond other than some pretty rolling hills. … [Read more...] about 30 Photos From Badlands National Park
7 Roadside Attractions Along I-90 In South Dakota
South Dakota's two largest cities - Sioux Falls and Rapid City - bookend the state on the eastern and western sides respectively. Between the two cities runs I-90 which also skirts the northern edge of Badlands National Park. Along I-90 you can find all kinds of roadside … [Read more...] about 7 Roadside Attractions Along I-90 In South Dakota
Feeding Prairie Dogs At Badlands Ranch Store In Philip, SD
To start this post off right, let me note that as a general rule (and in places like the National Parks it's against the law) that you shouldn't feed the wildlife - even the little wildlife like squirrels, chipmunks, and prairie dogs. This is especially crucial when you're … [Read more...] about Feeding Prairie Dogs At Badlands Ranch Store In Philip, SD
Going Back In Time At 1880 Town In South Dakota
Yeehaw! Welcome back in time to the Wild West - the 1800s - with this stop at 1880 Town along our drive from Pierre to Rapid City, SD. One of the best parts? It's dog-friendly everywhere except the saloon on site (which during the summer is open for drinks and ice cream) and … [Read more...] about Going Back In Time At 1880 Town In South Dakota