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South Dakota has good golf courses, skiing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, hiking, and biking among rolling prairies, pine forests, and granite mountain peaks like Mount Rushmore. Glacial lakes and Missouri River reservoir lakes provide great fishing, boating, canoeing, water skiing, and windsurfing. The whole family will enjoy this prairie land where grain growing begat roadside attractions like the Corn Palace in Mitchell. Everything made from corn, even the popcorn, tastes better here. Where buffalo roam, roadside diners serve up buffalo and luscious homemade fruit pies. Shop for good deals on cowboy boots on the same Black Hills and Badland Main Streets where cowboys and cowgirls outfit themselves. Be near the eroded buttes, spires, and prairie grasslands of Badlands National Park in Lead, Deadwood, Rapid City, Spearfish, Sturgis, Hill City, Custer, and other nearby towns. The whole family will enjoy watching for big game like bison, bighorn sheep, antelope, eagles, and hawks. Drive the one-hour Hwy 240 loop road, with a side-trip to Robert's Prairie Dog Town. Learn about the Oglala Sioux Tribe at the White River Visitor Center, which is near Wounded Knee. Tour the Minuteman Missile National Historic Site's Cold War nuclear silos, just outside the Park's boundaries. About 90 minutes west of Badlands National Park is Mount Rushmore. Lead, Deadwood, Rapid City, Spearfish, Sturgis, Hill City, Whitetail Springs, and Custer are also very near Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer State Park, Wind Cave National Park, and Jewel Cave National Monument. View Mount Rushmore from the aerial tramway in Keystone, which also houses the Borglum Historical Center celebrating the artist behind the sculpting of Rushmore. Take the kids to the Dinosaur Park in Rapid City. Attend Custer State Park’s Annual Buffalo Roundup and Arts Festival. Bedazzle the whole family with sparkling calcite crystals in 151-mile long Jewel Cave. Bison, pronghorn, and elk graze the grasslands of Wind Cave National Park. Central South Dakota has the state capitol, Pierre, in addition to numerous lakes along the Missouri River. Go fishing and boating in the rivers and lakes. Take the kids to the South Dakota Discovery Center and Aquarium in Pierre to see the state’s native fish. Drop by the Dacotah Prairie Museum along the James River in Aberdeen in the northeast to learn prairie history and natural history. Swing by Sioux Falls to see the USS South Dakota Battleship Memorial and special exhibits at the Old Courthouse Museum. Choose from among 10 golf courses in Sioux Falls.
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1. Canyon Lake Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 184 reviews
Canyon Lake Resort is located on the west shore of Canyon Lake in Rapid City, South Dakota. Nestled in the foothills of the Black Hills, Canyon Lake Resort offers a restful and peaceful atmosphere with "Out of town feel...In town appeal". Join us at our locally owned, family-friendly lodge, motel and cabins. Accommodations range from motel rooms with 2 queen beds, single studio cabins, 2 bedroom cabins, 3 bedroom and our 5 bedroom lodge and now our 2 unit, 9 bedroom Reunion Lodge. Our lodging is available year round with all of the units equipped with some type of cooking capability, with microwaves and/or stoves and refrigerators. Our beautiful resort is the perfect location for any family milestone or gathering, including reunions, family vacations, weddings, rehearsals and more.
Very reasonable priced and great management
Reviewed By Betty FWhat I loved about this place is that is very close to Downtown Rapid City, only 10 minutes drive, also close to the highways we needed to take to do our road trip. Management was very helpful, and supplied all we needed for our longer stay. We rented the studio cabin, which was very spacious, had a kitchenette, and a very small bathroom, so if you are larger in size it might be hard to use the bathroom. The cabins are older, so you must keep that in mind. Nothing fancy, but with enough amenities for those who use the accommodations to sleep and take a shower. We wish we had a view of the lake, but it’s ok, like I say, we only stayed here to sleep and take a shower. I recommend this place, price is very reasonable and they offer free cancellation up to 15 days before your arrival, which for us is a priority
2. Rock Crest Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 194 reviews
Loved it
Reviewed By Fonzmobile1965Just a one night stay here whilst travelling but our room here has everything we needed. Great to have a kitchenette with a sink, fridge and microwave. Bed was huge, we could both "starfish" and not touch. The comforter was a bit "out doorsy" for my taste but did the job. Continental breakfast was great, good bread/muffin/donut selection, along with cereal and oatmeal etc. Overall we had a pleasant stay.
3. Magnuson Grand Rushmore View
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 38 reviews
The Magnuson Grand Rushmore View is a great location for any traveler. It is the closest hotel to Mt. Rushmore and offers a view of the monument. It is also conveniently located near Sheridan Lake and minutes from the downtown boardwalk. The hotel offers causal rooms with flat screen TV, and coffee makers in each rooms, there is also a business center, and outdoor space with a Gazebo. The Magnuson Grand Rushmore View Inn is a great place to make any vacation a pleasant experience.
Great hotel!
Reviewed By Navigator234578Great hotel! Friendly staff, clean rooms and comfy beds! Good view of Rushmore. My only complaint was the bathrooms being so small and the pillows. I dont understand why hotel get those small square pillows! Would definitely staff here again!
4. American Inn Express
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 7 reviews
Just off I-90, American Inn Express offers clean, comfortable accommodations. Free WiFi is available in guestrooms and public areas. We offer a free continental breakfast every day and free self parking. Our guestrooms feature private bathrooms with shower/tub combos, cable TV, and towels and linens are provided. The rooms have air conditioning and heating. Our location in Murdo, SD is within walking distance of several restaurants and we're just one block away from the Pioneer Auto Museum.
Bed bugs!!
Reviewed By X4134AYmirandaI stayed here one night and was eaten up by bed bugs. I have horrible red itchy welts all over my left arm. So disgusting and made for a miserable vacation after. Stay away from this place!! The walls here are also paper thin and we barely got any rest due to the loud people next door. I would advise traveling down the road a land paying for a quality hotel.
5. Hisega Adventure Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 294 reviews
Hisega Lodge is a unique and rustic adventure lodge located in the center of the Black Hills of South Dakota. The oldest lodge in the Black Hills, this property features ten guest units, each with private bath and private entrance. A gourmet breakfast is included with your stay, and the service at the lodge is warm, personal, but never intrusive. The lodge is conveniently located and close to area attractions, yet it is off the beaten path. Our guides are knowledgable and flexible to give you the best possible experience.
Best place to stay in the Black Hills
Reviewed By KLM614We had the Robinson suite, which is the upstairs level of a house that is just steps away from the historic Lodge. The Suite was awesome for a family of four with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, family room, and full kitchen. Even had a washer and dryer in the suite. Not to mention a wrap around upstairs deck that was just for our use! The breakfasts on the front porch of the lodge were outstanding and they kindly accommodated our food allergies. We loved the extras - like gourmet coffee every morning and fridge in the lodge with soda. There was a high tech massage chair in the main lodge that I think we all used at some point during our 5 night stay. The good thing about the location is that it is between the Badlands, Deadwood, and Windcave. Plus it feels rustic, and yet, is only a twenty minute drive from a large grocery store in Rapid City.
6. Hidden Hill Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 81 reviews
Hidden Hill Lodge is a hunting, fishing, all occasion lodge located in the Glacial Lakes region of northeastern South Dakota. Enjoy our first class accommodations including clean, comfortable rooms, and delicious home cooked meals. Once you've experienced our service you will be like Family.
Couples weekend
Reviewed By Tiffany NYou will not leave disappointed. The owners are so hospitable. You will love the praying dogs and amazing food. Super clean. Beautiful lake. Comfortable beds and plenty of bathrooms. This will feel like your home away from home. We will always highly recommend Hidden Hills Lodge.
7. Wickiup Village Cabins
Overall Ratings
5 based on 47 reviews
Our 20 cabins sit on beautiful Spearfish Creek, high in the mountains and deep in Spearfish Canyon.
Peaceful Place in the Pines
Reviewed By randyhuberOne of a kind experience with great hosts, Jackie and Les. We had a large cabin right by Spearfish Creek, could hear the creek babbling outside our window. Cabin was complete with kitchen everything we needed to prepare meals, three bedroom and full bathroom. The village has a firepit, picnic shelter, many grills and playground. There is a beautiful bridge over the creek where you can sit, relax and watch the trout dart around.
8. Rim Rock Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 39 reviews
Rim Rock Lodge is an adult-only (21+) seasonal resort located in the heart of Spearfish Canyon in the Northern Black Hills, SD. It is the perfect base camp for the active vacationer - hiking, climbing, biking, fishing, site-seeing and, at the end of the day, relaxing in the serenity of Spearfish Canyon. Our cabins are historic on the outside, but new on the inside. Two of our three luxury suites have full kitchens, satellite TVs and washers/dryers. Our third suite has a satellite TV, small refrigerator and microwave. All suites have large decks with beautiful views of the Spearfish Canyon. Our 1919 historic lodge boasts two large decks as well as an indoor lobby where meetings and special events can be held. Our gift shop, gallery and Canyon Bistro - serving prepared foods/lite bites and beverages, including beer and wine - are open most days from 11:30am-6:30pm.
A fun getaway!
Reviewed By MoccasinSpringsWe thoroughly enjoyed our Northern Hills getaway to the Rim Rock Lodge on a few occasions. You don't get cell service here which is really nice;). However, you really only have to drive a few miles to Spearfish to check in. While you are there, check out Antunez!
9. Dakota Lodge
Overall Ratings
4 based on 46 reviews
nice place to stay
Reviewed By dlfinnvery nice accommodations, stayed there on the way home, from a trip, pretty good breakfast in the morning, and a nice swimming pool, lots of historic sites in this town to see, cant say anything bad, about this motel
10. Flatland Flyways Lodge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 26 reviews
The Flatland Flyways Lodge, located in northeastern SD, is the place to be for that great escape you have been awaiting. Our accommodations are geared towards handling a maximum of 12 guests at one time. Lodge rental is available upon request. Six double-occupancy rooms are divided into two wings extending the great room, which is equipped with a fire place, large flat screen TV and pool table.
Amazing!
Reviewed By TT4567If I could, I would give Flatland Flyways more stars. I have gone there several times and I cannot express how amazing the lodge, guides, service, and experience is. It is top notch in every aspect. You will have a world class hunt and experience at the lodge. There are no words to describe how great Flatlands truly is. Thank you to the Russo family and crew for your incredibly hospitality.
