8 days in Rapid City Itinerary

South Dakota's second-largest city, Rapid City has for many years served as a gateway to the West.

Explore Rapid City's surroundings by going to Wall Drug (in Wall), Badlands National Park (Loop Road & Badlands Wall) and Devils Tower (Devils Tower National Monument & Tower Trail). There's lots more to do: identify plant and animal life at Bear Country USA, immerse yourself in nature at Custer State Park, admire all the interesting features of Iron Mountain Road, and take a stroll through Downtown Rapid City.

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June in Rapid City sees daily highs of 78°F and lows of 57°F at night.