Road Trip to the Black Hills and Badlands
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Road tours; driving; Black Hills; Mount Rushmore; Badlands National Park; Black Hills National Forest; Road Trip; Family Friendly; family travel; Family Trip; Back country;
This is a great American road trip to the Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota. Visit classic American landmarks such as Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial. Dig deeper into the history of the Black Hills. Pan for gold. Experience Native American history. Spend time with bears (safely). ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Rapid City, South Dakota, United States; South Dakota, United States
- Trip Length:
- 7 days
- Price Range:
- From $200 to $400 (Price starts at $800 for a family of four.) per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
- Recommended for:
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Children (6 - 8)
Children (9 - 11)
Children (12 - 14)
Children (15 - 17)
Adults (18 - 20)
Adults (21 - 24)
Adults (25 - 29)
Adults (30 - 39)
Adults (40 - 64)
Seniors (65+)
Adventure-seeker, Family with kids
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Summer Vacation
Detailed Trip Description
This is a great American road trip to the Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota. Visit classic American landmarks such as Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial. Dig deeper into the history of the Black Hills. Pan for gold. Experience Native American history. Spend time with bears (safely). The Black Hills has it all and is perfect for all ages.
Trip Itinerary
Days 1-3 - Rapid City
Spend time in Rapid City - the "Hub" of the Black Hills
Hotel
With a beautiful view on a hill overlooking the Black Hills, enjoy a stay at this unique lodge.
Adventure
This is a drive-through park with bears of all shapes and sizes – great fun for the whole family.
Museums
This is an unbeatable museum of natural city in Rapid City.
Days 3-5 - South Dakota
Visit Hill City, SD
Vacation Rental
Stay off the beaten path in a comfortable lodge room with two queen beds.
Sightseeing
Enjoy Mount Rushmore with an included audio tour.
Sightseeing
Enjoy Crazy Horse Memorial, still under construction.
Adventure
View Bison and other wildlife at Custer State Park.
Days 5-7 - South Dakota
Visit Deadwood, South Dakota and enjoy a true mining town.
Hotel
Enjoy a comfortable room at the Cedar Wood Inn in Deadwood.
Adventure
Spend some time learning about the rich history behind gold mining in the Black Hills. . . and then try it yourself!
Museums
This is the oldest museum in the Black Hills.
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