Joleen’s guidebook
Sighting Adventures
Mount Rushmore is a 22 minute drive from the cabin. It's definitely a "must see" when traveling to the Black Hills of South Dakota.
35 locals recommend
Mount Rushmore
Mount Rushmore is a 22 minute drive from the cabin. It's definitely a "must see" when traveling to the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Sylvan Lake has two beautiful hikes both are medium difficulty but definitely worth the effort. Black Elk Peak trail takes to the top of the mountain with outstanding views as far as the eye can see. Sunday Gulch trail starts behind the rock formation at the end of the lake. It has beautiful waterfalls and steep terrain with hand rails. It's a long hike but gorgeous.
66 locals recommend
Sylvan Lake
Sylvan Lake has two beautiful hikes both are medium difficulty but definitely worth the effort. Black Elk Peak trail takes to the top of the mountain with outstanding views as far as the eye can see. Sunday Gulch trail starts behind the rock formation at the end of the lake. It has beautiful waterfalls and steep terrain with hand rails. It's a long hike but gorgeous.
Right up the hill on the road to Mount Rushmore. Bear Country is a drive-thru wildlife park.
94 locals recommend
Bear Country USA
13820 US-16Right up the hill on the road to Mount Rushmore. Bear Country is a drive-thru wildlife park.
Crazy Horse is 43 minutes away from the cabin. Located just before the city of Custer, Crazy Horse is a great stop.
145 locals recommend
Crazy Horse Memorial
Crazy Horse is 43 minutes away from the cabin. Located just before the city of Custer, Crazy Horse is a great stop.
The badlands is just over an hour from the cabin. This is a perfect day hike. Take lots of sunscreen and water as there is many shady spots.
163 locals recommend
Badlands National Park
The badlands is just over an hour from the cabin. This is a perfect day hike. Take lots of sunscreen and water as there is many shady spots.
Sturgis is a 40 minute trip North. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally takes place every year around August 5th to the 12th. Book early because lodging fills up quickly.
72 locals recommend
Sturgis
Sturgis is a 40 minute trip North. The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally takes place every year around August 5th to the 12th. Book early because lodging fills up quickly.
The 1880 train is located in Keystone, SD. It goes from Keystone to Hill City through the forest. It is a very relaxing and beautiful trip through the Black Hills
44 locals recommend
1880 Train - Hill City Depot
222 Railroad AveThe 1880 train is located in Keystone, SD. It goes from Keystone to Hill City through the forest. It is a very relaxing and beautiful trip through the Black Hills
Sightseeing
Reptile Gardens is literally across the highway from us. Great for families.
110 locals recommend
Reptile Gardens
8955 US-16Reptile Gardens is literally across the highway from us. Great for families.
Great for families with smaller kids. Storybook characters throughout the park. It's free but please make a donation.
62 locals recommend
Storybook Island
1301 Sheridan Lake RdGreat for families with smaller kids. Storybook characters throughout the park. It's free but please make a donation.
Dinosaur Park
940 Skyline DrThis free park will let you see Rapid City from every direction.
Food scene
They have amazing burgers. If you are going to Crazy Horse, stop here for lunch. Check their hours before you go.
80 locals recommend
Black Hills Burger and Bun Co
441 Mt Rushmore RdThey have amazing burgers. If you are going to Crazy Horse, stop here for lunch. Check their hours before you go.
Pacific Rim Cafe
1375 N Lacrosse StExcellent food and great service!
Independent Ale House has 50 or more beers on tap and great pizza.
74 locals recommend
Independent Ale House
625 St Joseph StIndependent Ale House has 50 or more beers on tap and great pizza.