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Journey back in time at the world's largest mammoth research facility, The Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, South Dakota!Tou...
23/01/2025

Journey back in time at the world's largest mammoth research facility, The Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, South Dakota!

Tour the indoor active dig site and view Ice Age fossils. This is an experience you won’t want to miss!

🗓️ Open daily
📍 Hot Springs, South Dakota

Designed as a tour through time of the Black Hills, The Journey Museum in Rapid City is not to be missed!
21/01/2025

Designed as a tour through time of the Black Hills, The Journey Museum in Rapid City is not to be missed!

From sea to shining sea, these are the best museums in every state, plus our favorite in DC.

Rapid City’s charm is in the little things - golden sunsets, peaceful parks, and streets filled with historic character....
21/01/2025

Rapid City’s charm is in the little things - golden sunsets, peaceful parks, and streets filled with historic character. Take a deep breath, soak it all in, and let this delightful city be your calm in a busy world!

with Visit Rapid City

Where's your favorite place to stay in the Black Hills? 🤔
17/01/2025

Where's your favorite place to stay in the Black Hills? 🤔

Don't let a snowy forecast stop you from setting aside time for a quick winter getaway. Head to the woods for a peaceful hike, curl up by the fire in a cozy cabin, or hit the town for some frosty window-shopping. Find our fave escapes ❄️⬇️

Current mood: Craving Wall Drug's famous donuts! 😋🍩
16/01/2025

Current mood: Craving Wall Drug's famous donuts! 😋🍩

16/01/2025

Bighorn sheep are committed to the smash. Just like the Post Office, they deliver the booms through rain, sleet and snow.

Bighorn sheep males will butt heads in the fall and early winter during "rut." They will repeatedly charge and slam their horns into each other to fight for dominance, no matter what the weather. The loud CRACK of their horns can sometimes be heard up to a mile away.

Photo by Stephen Tamm (sharetheexperience)

🦋✨ Dive into a world of wonder at the Butterfly House & Aquarium in Sioux Falls! From fluttering wings to underwater dre...
16/01/2025

🦋✨ Dive into a world of wonder at the Butterfly House & Aquarium in Sioux Falls! From fluttering wings to underwater dreams, it’s a magical escape for all ages.

Have you been?

Just beneath the surface of South Dakota lies a rich and storied past, as told by the fossils of ancient creatures that ...
14/01/2025

Just beneath the surface of South Dakota lies a rich and storied past, as told by the fossils of ancient creatures that once ruled the land!

Crikey, mate! 🐊 Alligators and crocodiles in South Dakota? No way!

It’s pretty hard to believe, especially on a cold January day like today. 🥶 With snow covering the ground, temps in the single digits, and a notable lack of well…. liquid water, the modern-day Badlands don’t exactly seem like prime gator habitat!

Believe it or not, only 37 million years ago, reptiles like the one pictured above (Alligator prenasalis) were right at home in what is now the Badlands. However, back then it would have been a little bit balmier. Fossil and geologic evidence tells us that during this late Eocene environment, this area would have been much more similar to modern Florida than modern South Dakota.

Photo from exhibit in the fossil collection of the American Museum of Natural History, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA: Image of articulated fossil alligator skeleton, curled up with its body in a c-shape.

South Dakota’s snowy scenes spotlight some seriously stunning species! ❄️🐾Bison striding through sparkling snow, prairie...
13/01/2025

South Dakota’s snowy scenes spotlight some seriously stunning species! ❄️🐾

Bison striding through sparkling snow, prairie dogs scurrying in sunlit stretches, and foxes slipping through serene surroundings showcase the state’s spectacular seasonal splendor. Spot their tracks, savor the stillness, and soak in the serene magic of winter wildlife.

10/01/2025

Drop a 🍔 if you're trying all the DT Burger Battle burger submissions this January!

Have you ever hiked Needles Highway in the winter?Enjoy rugged trails, snowy spires, and endless views - but remember, s...
10/01/2025

Have you ever hiked Needles Highway in the winter?

Enjoy rugged trails, snowy spires, and endless views - but remember, safety first! Check the weather, dress in layers, and pack the essentials. Respect the trail, and let the Black Hills take your breath away. 🌲🥾

Which is your favorite?
08/01/2025

Which is your favorite?

New year, new you - same need for relaxation. Discover pure bliss at Moccasin Springs in Hot Springs, South Dakota. With...
07/01/2025

New year, new you - same need for relaxation.

Discover pure bliss at Moccasin Springs in Hot Springs, South Dakota. With soothing mineral waters and serene surroundings, it’s the perfect January reset after the holiday hustle. Soak, unwind, and let the stress melt away.

Tag someone who deserves a spa day in the heart of South Dakota! 🌿

06/01/2025

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Keep your eyes on the skies - South Dakota’s majestic eagles are a sight to behold! 🦅From the Missouri River to the Blac...
06/01/2025

Keep your eyes on the skies - South Dakota’s majestic eagles are a sight to behold! 🦅

From the Missouri River to the Black Hills, these soaring symbols of strength and freedom are thriving in our great state. Bundle up, grab your binoculars, and embark on an eagle-spotting adventure. Don’t forget to share your snapshots with us! ➡️

Burn, Beetle, Burn! 🔥Have you attended the annual winter Burning Beetle in Custer, SD?This winter festival involves burn...
03/01/2025

Burn, Beetle, Burn! 🔥

Have you attended the annual winter Burning Beetle in Custer, SD?

This winter festival involves burning a giant wooden beetle as a way to raise awareness of the destructive impact of the Mountain Pine Beetle in the Black Hills.

🗓️ January 18th
📍 Custer, SD (check out their page for event details)

Is South Dakota on your 2025 Travel Resolutions List? 😏
02/01/2025

Is South Dakota on your 2025 Travel Resolutions List? 😏

This year, we're planning adventures across the world and in our own neighborhoods.

With its elegant architecture and peaceful reflections on Capitol Lake, South Dakota’s State Capitol is a sight that fee...
02/01/2025

With its elegant architecture and peaceful reflections on Capitol Lake, South Dakota’s State Capitol is a sight that feels straight out of a postcard.

Have you seen it in winter?

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