Location: Deadwood
Top Things to do in Deadwood
Top Restaurants in Deadwood
- 1. Pump House
- 2. Chubby Chipmunk Hand-Dipped Chocolates
- 3. Deadwood Legends Steakhouse at The Franklin Hotel
- 4. Main Street Espresso Big Dipper
- 5. Harry's Spaghetti Western Restaurant
- 6. Mavericks
- 7. Cousin's Big Chair Resort
- 8. The Deadwood Social Club
- 9. Oggie's Sports Bar and Emporium
- 10. Lee Street Station Cafe
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10 Things to do in Deadwood That You Shouldn't Miss
Deadwood (Lakota: Owáyasuta; "To approve or confirm things") is a city in South Dakota, United States, and the county seat of Lawrence County. It is named after the dead trees found in its gulch. The population was 1,270 according to the 2010 census. The entire city is a National Historic Landmark District, for its well-preserved Gold Rush-era architecture.
Restaurants in Deadwood
1. George S. Mickelson Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 109 reviews
112-mile rails-to-trails project which goes through the Black Hills.
Reviewed By 777genah - Golden, United States
So much history and great family ride! Very beautiful the entire way! Favorite moment was seeing Crazy Horse from the trail!! Highly recommend!
2. Scott Jacobs Studio
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Rexkar
While visiting Deadwood stop in Scott Jacobs gallery and see his amazing artwork. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
3. Broken Boot Gold Mine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 375 reviews
Pan for gold in this historic gold mining area.
Reviewed By sschmit696 - Naples, United States
This is a great experience for all ages. They give you a bag of rocks (with gold in it) and show you how to pan just like the old times gold miners did. You don't have to go into a river or creek, there is a trough with water and they show you how to squirt your pan to get to the GOLD!! It's something fun to do and is quite inexpensive. We didn't do the mine because it was rainy and cold. You can choose to do one or the other or both.
4. Mount Moriah Cemetery
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4.5 based on 1,776 reviews
Small cemetery dating back to the time of cowboys, deputies and the old West.
Reviewed By tawnyasojourn - Sedalia, United States
This is a most lovely cemetery built into the hills of Deadwood and you could easily spend a day here looking at stones and spending time with the fabulous views. There is a steep road leading up it that can be walked or you can drive. It is steep though so wear good shoes or drive and park. The cemetery is on the outskirts of Deadwood, off of the strip but proximal to it, and easy to find. You will find famous personalities headstones here including Wild Bill, Calamity Jane, Potato Creek Johnny, Seth Bullock, Preacher Smith, Madam Dora and others. The "not famous" tombstones are interesting as well. There is a Chinese section and a potter's field. Many of the stones have detailed Victorian carvings and symbolism. The cemetery is incredibly steep and NOT wheelchair accessible. I got to a few gravesites because my husband is strong and could push/pull me to those closest to the ticket booth. Bystanders helped too (thanks!!!). Tickets are $2 and there is a small gift shop with art and books. This graveyard is beautiful due to the stones and the trees and the wonderful views. It's a nice place to sit and think. I loved it. Some of the tour buses run here too but you still need to be able to walk to see the stones. Thank you Deadwood for maintaining and caring for this cemetery!
5. Terry Peak Ski Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
One of South Dakota's largest ski areas featres trails for snowmobiles.
Reviewed By 940crisw - Nebraska, United States
We've skied Colorado for years and didn't know what to expect from Terry Peak. It really is a gem tucked away in South Dakota. We were fortunate to have a foot of powder fall the first day we were there. There are just a few lifts and the runs are shorter but it is such an affordable place to ski. We only skied for 2 days which was the right amount for this resort. Highly recommend for an affordable quick ski trip
6. Adams House
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4.5 based on 479 reviews
The Historic Adams House was built in 1892 by Deadwood pioneers Harris and Anna Franklin. Local contemporary press described the home as "the grandest house west of the Mississippi." The elegant Queen Anne-style house heralded a wealthy and socially prominent new age for Deadwood, a former rough and tumble gold mining town. Harris and Anna Franklin’s son Nathan bought the house for $1 in 1905. In 1920, Nathan Franklin sold the house to W.E. and Alice Adams for $8,500. Adams' second wife Mary closed up the house in 1936, two years after W.E.'s death, leaving the contents and furnishings intact.
Reviewed By Rockabird - Beach Park, United States
This tour was low key but very informative about not only the house but the history of the original and subsequent owners of the house. It is a house that was owned by a very wealthy couple and it displayed the most modern and expensive accoutrements of the era. Rather fascinating.
7. Adams Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 685 reviews
The Adams Museum is the Black Hills’ oldest history museum. In 1930 pioneer businessman W.E. Adams founded the Adams Museum in downtown Deadwood with the purpose of preserving and displaying the history of the Black Hills. The Adams Museum is home to some of the Black Hills’ greatest treasures including Potato Creek Johnny’s gold nugget, beloved American illustrator N.C. Wyeth’s pencil sketch drawing of Western legend Wild Bill Hickok, the mysterious Thoen Stone record of the Ezra Kind party’s discovery of gold in the Hills in the 1830s and a one-of-a-kind plesiosaur (marine reptile). In addition to exhibits on all three levels, the Adams General Store is located on the main floor.
Reviewed By W9698WOjamesc - Getzville, United States
Odd collection of interesting stuff If you enjoyed odd things and some history you should stop in. The admission is up to you., so take a walk through and enjoy People were friendly and the had a nice shop
8. Days of '76 Museum
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4.5 based on 239 reviews
Live re-creations of the town's rich history started in 1924 through the Days of '76 celebration and award-winning rodeo. The celebration began as a way to honor Deadwood's pioneers - the prospectors, miners, muleskinners and madams who poured into the Black Hills in 1876 to settle the gold-filled gulches of Dakota Territory. Deadwood's newest museum documents the celebration and rodeo. The Days of '76 Museum features exceptional displays of carriages, firearms, American Indian artifacts and illustrates Deadwood's enduring friendship with Buffalo Bill Cody. The Days of '76 Museum is wheelchair accessible. The Mercantile gift shop is located on the first floor.
Reviewed By JohnRG - Bangor, United States
While out for a drive we happened upon the town of Deadwood, SD. Their museum was awesome, we were so glad we stopped. Great Native American artifacts and a glimpse into the history of Deadwood
9. Tatanka: Story of the Bison
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4.5 based on 419 reviews
Reviewed By 741PamelaD
We visited on August 23rd. The cultural interpreter was a Lakota gentleman who spoke for an hour and we could have listened another hour! He was extremely informative and personable. Then we walked the grounds and viewed the extraordinary life-size bronze sculptures depicting a "buffalo drop". They alone are worth the visit.
10. Deadwood Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
