Western South Dakota, SD
Travel Guide
Visit Western South Dakota
Where to stay in Western South Dakota
Historic Rapid City
Historic Rapid City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Main Street Square or Art Alley.
Downtown Deadwood
While visiting Downtown Deadwood, you might make a stop by sights like Adams Museum and Gold Dust Casino & Hotel.
Rimrock
Rimrock might not have many top sights, but Thunderhead Falls and Black Hills Caverns are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Historic District
While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Main Street Square and Art Alley.
West Boulevard Historic District
While West Boulevard Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Main Street Square and Art Alley are some notable places to visit nearby.
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Excellent hotel. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Awesome! So good we’re going back
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
ClubHouse Hotel & Suites - Rapid City
Very clean, spacious room!
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Room were great. No dislikes
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Spearfish Cottages
Great value
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Pine Haven Lodging
Really liked the clean, neat, cabins, easy parking and walk-in shower. BUT, it’s late Fall in the mountains. There was no blanket in the cabin!!!! We needed a blanket and no one was in office! The very small, single soap tube was not enough for even two people.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025
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Popular places to visit
Mount Rushmore
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Rushmore, a popular spot to commune with nature in Keystone. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Visit this popular landmark in South Dakota to see firsthand the enormous sculptures of four U.S. presidents carved into a mountain.
Custer State Park
Custer State Park is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horseback riding.
Badlands National Park
Despite the forbidding name, this park has great beauty in its cliffs, prairies and ancient fossil beds.
Wall Drug
Learn about the local history of Wall with a stop at Wall Drug. Wander around the natural setting or enjoy the area's coffeehouses.
Crazy Horse Memorial
Find out about the history of Custer when you take a trip to Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments, or seek out its horseback riding.
