Introducing South Dakota
Some of the most arresting scenery in the entire country is found here, tucked away in this remote and wild state. The weirdly lunar formations of the Badlands, like an inverted Grand Canyon, are unmissable. Then there’s the Black Hills, full of forests, mountains, creeks, canyons, wildlife and two of the country’s most recognizable monuments: Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Elsewhere there are important Native American sites and some pleasant cities to explore.
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: South Dakota week in Sept with Mom
by Midwesterner 30 August 2011
Thanks bzookaj. Badlands as overnight is a "wait & see" since their accessible room isn't available; I plan to check back in a week.…
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RE: South Dakota week in Sept with Mom
by bzookaj 30 August 2011
1) Roads are fine. Sometimes a little twisty, but fine. 2) Second the Mammoth Site. A few steps, but not terribly difficult. 3) Yeah,…
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RE: South Dakota week in Sept with Mom
by Midwesterner 29 August 2011
Thanks to both of you. I'll try for rooms at Badlands for 1 night, then move on to Custer for a couple of nights. We're looking forward…
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