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South Dakota
The State of Great Faces and Great Places
Famous for the cliffside monuments of Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse memorial, South Dakota is a land of Old West history, American Indian culture, and impressive natural wonders. Get to know the state's diverse and breathtaking landscape with a trip through Custer National Park, with a herd of 1,300 free-roaming bison, or by traversing the dramatic peaks of Badlands National Park near the Black Hills. Allow time in your itinerary to visit the state's largest city, Sioux Falls, for shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a number of museums and historical attractions. South Dakota is in United States. Plan the details of your South Dakota holiday and any onward adventuring with our easy-to-use United States trip planner.
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Places to visit in South Dakota
Custer
BEST FOR: Nature, Scenic Drive, Trails
Rapid City
BEST FOR: Wildlife, Museums, Zoos & Aquariums
Keystone
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Sioux Falls
BEST FOR: Parks, Trails, Museums
Deadwood
BEST FOR: Historic Sites, Museums, Nightlife
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Regions of South Dakota
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