Western South Dakota Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Western South Dakota
Where to stay in Western South Dakota
Downtown Deadwood
If you're spending some time in Downtown Deadwood, Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado are top sights worth seeing.
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.
West Boulevard Historic District
West Boulevard Historic District might not have many top sights, but Main Street Square and Art Alley are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Historic District
If you're spending some time in Downtown Historic District, Main Street Square and Art Alley are top sights worth seeing.
Rimrock
While Rimrock may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina.
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
Yes it was hot and ready and clean
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
Beautiful
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
The room could have used better cleaning but otherwise good
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Room was basic but clean. Staff was friendly. Hot breakfast provided, again somewhat basic, but enjoyed.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Spearfish Cottages
Very clean and cozy! Hosts were great and answered any questions
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Pine Haven Lodging
It was a perfect little cabin. Had everything we needed
Reviewed on 3 Nov 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 horse 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.
Badlands National Park
Despite the forbidding name, this park has great beauty in its cliffs, prairies and ancient fossil beds.
Custer State Park
You can take time to visit Custer State Park during your travels to Custer. Amble around the area's scenic parks or seek out the horse riding.
Crazy Horse Memorial
Find out about the history of Custer with a stop at Crazy Horse Memorial. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.
Sylvan Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sylvan Lake during your travels in Custer. Discover the area's notable monuments or seek out its horse riding.
