Containing the world's richest Oligocene epoch fossil beds, dating 37-28 million years old, the evolutionary stories of mammals such as the horse and rhinoceros arise from the 244,000 acres of sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires. Bison, bighorn sheep, endangered black-footed ferrets, and sw...

Discovered in 1882 by gold seekers, the Black Hills Caverns are host to a tremendous variety of formations, including Soda Straw Stalactites and Nailhead Spar Crystal. Cave tours start every half hour.

Devils Tower rises 1267 feet above the Belle Fourche River. Once hidden, erosion has revealed Devils Tower. This 1347 acre park is covered with pine forests, woodlands, and grasslands. Deer, prairie dogs, and other wildlife are seen. Also known as Bears Lodge, it is a sacred site for many American I...

For many, the centerpiece of travel to the Dakota region is Mount Rushmore. In addition to the monument itself, the site offers a wide variety of events and opportunities year-round, and several museums highlight the history, culture, nature, and science of the area.

Conserving some of the best specimens of ancient life once found in South Dakota, as well as rocks and minerals found throughout the region, the Museum of Geology is a fully functioning paleontology research center with many interesting exhibits.

Making wine in South Dakota for over 130 years, this winery offers surprising wines made from ingredients found native to South Dakota, including buffalo berries, wild pears, and chokecherries.

In addition to nine exciting water slides of varying lengths, other activities include hot spas, kiddie pools, miniature golf, and a video arcade.