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!


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


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


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


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


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.


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.


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.


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


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.


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?