Western South Dakota Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Western South Dakota
Historic Rapid City
Historic Rapid City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Main Street Square or Art Alley.
Downtown Deadwood
If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado are top sights worth seeing.
West Boulevard Historic District
West Boulevard Historic District might not have many top sights, but Main Street Square and Central States Fairgrounds are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Historic District
If you're spending some time in Downtown Historic District, Main Street Square and Art Alley are top sights worth seeing.
Rimrock
While Rimrock may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina.
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Great overnight stay— nice clean rooms, comfy bed and staff.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
We loved the warm fresh cookies at the front desk. The outdoor fireplace was a really nice touch. Our room was very clean and we loved the separate bedroom in the suite.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
Not sure if this is a party hotel or what but we had an absolute horrible experience Friday night that was so bad the police had to be involved for the noise complaint next door. We weren’t offered a discount or refund for our night or anything after the police finally came after midnight to escort ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Everything was great!! Will stay again!!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
NEW! Glamping A-Frames, Stargazer 2 at Dakota Dream
What a cool place! Quiet and serene, we will most definitely come back.
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025
Spearfish Cottages
Quiet, clean and cozy.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
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Popular places to visit
Mount Rushmore
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.
Custer State Park
Custer State Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horse riding.
Badlands National Park
Despite the forbidding name, this park has great beauty in its cliffs, prairies and ancient fossil beds.
The Black Hills
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at The Black Hills during your travels in Hill City. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
Crazy Horse Memorial
Find out about the history of Custer with a stop at Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.
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- Mount Rushmore
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
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- Watiki Water Park
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- Wind Cave National Park
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- Wall Drug
- Needles Highway
- Terry Peak Ski Area
- Cadillac Jacks Casino
- Badlands Wall
- Jewel Cave National Monument
- Rushmore Tramway Adventures
- George S. Mickelson Trail
