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
clean room, comfy bed
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
Everything was great except for towels. They were fine, but were thin and scratchy.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Great food, rooms, drinks, service.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Good price for the room. There was no shampoo or soap in the dispensers in the tub. Some load next door neighbors.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Spearfish Cottages
Room smelled like stain or varnish. We could not stay there.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Holy Smoke Resort
Good
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
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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
Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a popular museum in Keystone with a rich history. Add the area's casinos or notable monuments to your travel plans.
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.
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.
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.
Sylvan Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sylvan Lake during your travels in Custer. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.
- Mount Rushmore
- Badlands National Park
- Black Hills National Forest
- Watiki Water Park
- The Monument Civic Center
- Terry Peak Ski Area
- The Black Hills
- Monument Health
- Sylvan Lake
- Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road
- Deadwood Mountain Grand
- Ellsworth Air Force Base
- Armed Forces Military Display & Gifts
- Central States Fairgrounds
- George S. Mickelson Trail
- Rushmore Mall
- Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa
- Jewel Cave National Monument
- Black Hills Caverns
- South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
- Reptile Gardens
