Western South Dakota Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Western South Dakota
Downtown Deadwood
If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Adams Museum and Gold Dust Casino & Hotel are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West Boulevard Historic District
West Boulevard Historic District might not have many top sights, but Main Street Square and Art Alley 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.
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
Breakfast was below average
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
Nice place Nice people
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Friendly staff clean room
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
The room seemed clean, but the stairs going to the second floor were quite dirty. We didn't care for the breakfast at all---the coffee was good. In the room above us, there were kids or somebody jumping onto the floor or stomping across the room which we could clearly hear. The suite was roomy and ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Spearfish Cottages
Yes everything was great
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Cabin on the Creek w/ Hot tub
Cozy cabin and nice hot tub
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
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.
Badlands National Park
Despite the forbidding name, this park has great beauty in its cliffs, prairies and ancient fossil beds.
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.
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
- Badlands National Park
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Watiki Water Park
- Crazy Horse Memorial
- The Monument Civic Center
- Terry Peak Ski Area
- Needles Highway
- Wind Cave National Park
- Cadillac Jacks Casino
- Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road
- Wall Drug
- George S. Mickelson Trail
- Rushmore Tramway Adventures
- Jewel Cave National Monument
- Badlands Wall
