These 10 Incredible Places In South Dakota Will Bring Out The Explorer In You

These incredible places in South Dakota are enough to keep you busy all exploring all summer. Save this list and use it to build your summer vacation!

1. Wind Cave National Park

Explore the cave and explore the park at Wind Cave National Park! Both will fuel your desire to explore and leave you in awe.

2. Hippie Hole near Keystone

Hike out to Hippie Hole and take a dip! Bring a picnic and make a day of it.

3. Washington Pavilion

The Washington Pavilion is a perfect place learn science, art and so much more. Perfect for exploring on a rainy day.

4. Spearfish Canyon

Spearfish Canyon is brimming with adventure. Hiking, fishing, swimming and bird watching are all popular ways to explore in Spearfish Canyon.

5. Children's Museum of South Dakota in Brookings

Fun exploration for the whole family is a guarantee at the Children's Museum of South Dakota. Stop in to learn and stimulate your curiosity.

6. Sylvan Lake

We cannot say enough about how great Sylvan Lake is. Hiking from here to Harney Peak is just one of the many ways to explore.

7. Badlands National Park

This park of naturally eroded buttes and spires will have your jaw dropping. The beauty of this park and the fossils found within it inspire us to explore.

8. Black Hills National Forest

Roughlock Falls, Spearfish Canyon and Mount Rushmore all exist in the massive expanse that is the Black Hills National Forest.

9. Palisades State Park

Climb king and queen rocks then go for a swim or find a trail to hike on. Exploring Palisades State Park day or night is a treat.

10. Oahe Dam

North of Pierre and on the Missouri River sits Oahe Dam which creates electricity for much of the United States. If that's not enough to pique your curiosity, check out the beautiful location of the dam.

What are your favorite places in South Dakota to explore?