Western South Dakota Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Western South Dakota
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.
Downtown Deadwood
If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado are top sights worth seeing.
West Boulevard Historic District
West Boulevard Historic District might not have many top sights, but Main Street Square and Central States Fairgrounds 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
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
Great stay, wish they had coffee pot in room. Stayed here 2 times in the last 2 years, will be back.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
We had lunch at the Lodge it was excellent food and friendly service
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Room was very outdated and pretty dirty in some areas. Including something on the bathroom wall that looked like feces. We didn’t notice it until we were leaving otherwise we would have said something. I remember staying here about 15 years ago and it was “fancy”; not so much now. Breakfast left ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Spearfish Cottages
Great quiet spot to stay in spearfish. Nice walking paths nearby.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Elk Creek Resort
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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 notable monuments or casinos 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.
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.
Needles Highway
Enjoy an outing to Needles Highway during your stay in Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horse riding.
- Mount Rushmore
- Badlands National Park
- Black Hills National Forest
- Watiki Water Park
- The Black Hills
- The Monument Civic Center
- Sylvan Lake
- Terry Peak Ski Area
- Monument Health
- Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road
- Ellsworth Air Force Base
- Deadwood Mountain Grand
- South Dakota School of Mines and Technology
- Black Hills Caverns
- Reptile Gardens
- Armed Forces Military Display & Gifts
- Rushmore Mall
- Central States Fairgrounds
- Jewel Cave National Monument
- Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa
- Rushmore Tramway Adventures
- George S. Mickelson Trail
