9 days in Rapid City Itinerary

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

You've added WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort, Memorial Park, 1880 Train/Black Hills Central Railroad, and other attractions to your itinerary. Attractions like Wildlife Loop Road and Black Elk Peak make great kid-friendly stops. Take a break from the city and head to Needles Eye Tunnel and Sylvan Lake. The adventure continues: discover the riches below the earth's surface at Big Thunder Gold Mine and see the interesting displays at National Presidential Wax Museum.

For photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Rapid City online road trip planner.

Minot to Rapid City is an approximately 6.5-hour car ride. You can also fly. Traveling from Minot to Rapid City, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In June in Rapid City, expect temperatures between 78°F during the day and 57°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.