Move To These 7 Towns In South Dakota If You Wanna Get Away From It All
Do you need an escape from the big city? We get it. The hustle and bustle of life can get the best of us and sometimes we all need a getaway. If you are looking for something a little more long term, however, these charming, little-known communities may just be the best small towns in South Dakota, and you are going to want to move right in!
Located in Roberts County, Wilmot is a small town of just under 500 residents that is home to not only friendly locals, but also a great school, restaurants, and shops, making it one South Dakota's best secluded towns.
Address: Wilmot, SD 57279
You want seclusion? Check out Houghton, which is so far out in the middle of nowhere that it is almost in North Dakota! In 2014, the town reported only 155 people living there, so if you want to get away from the traffic of the big cities, come on over to Houghton, where nearly everyone you meet is family.
Address: Houghton, SD 57449
Are you looking for an adorable town with pristine scenery? Welcome to Pollock! Located near both Lake Oahe and the Missouri River, there is so much to love about Pollock and its many outdoor opportunities.
Address: Pollock, SD 57648
Get away like they did in the Old West by visiting one of South Dakota's best tiny towns: Lemmon. Horseback riding and a petrified wood museum are just a few of the things that this small town has to offer to help you unwind.
Address: Lemmon, SD 57638
Nestled away in the Black Hills of South Dakota, Hermosa (or "beautiful," in Spanish) is a great getaway just outside of the more tourist-heavy areas. Whether you enjoy camping, dining at mom and pop restaurants, or just walking around charming main streets, you are sure to find something to love about "beautiful" Hermosa!
Address: Hermosa, SD 57744
Springfield is an adorable small town situated along the Missouri River. It was explored by Lewis and Clark in 1804 and is now home to hundreds who get to enjoy this loveliness every single day.
Address: Springfield, SD 57062
Do you want to visit a town that is hauntingly quiet? Then you are going to love Scenic, which may just be the most abandoned town in all of South Dakota! (You can read much more about it here.)
Address: Scenic, SD 57780
