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 Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado.
West Boulevard Historic District
While West Boulevard Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Main Street Square and Central States Fairgrounds are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown Historic District
While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Main Street Square and Art Alley.
Rimrock
Rimrock might not have many top sights, but Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Pines Marina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
There were people who must not have realized it is a waterpark attached to the hotel. They kept pounding on the ceiling and complaining to the front desk about the noise. We do have small children, but they are well-behaved and weren't being super loud, just excited about the pool. And not after ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
The Lodge at Deadwood Gaming Resort
We had lunch at the Lodge it was excellent food and friendly service
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Roosevelt Inn Mount Rushmore
They had a nice breakfast menu selection and a cute area to eat in. The room had obviously been remodeled. The staff was lovely. A nice stay.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Most affordable nice hotel we’ve ever been to! Extremely friendly and clean
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Spearfish Cottages
Great quiet spot to stay in spearfish. Nice walking paths nearby.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Elk Creek Resort
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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.
The Black Hills
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at The Black Hills during your travels in Hill City. Discover the area's mountain views and shops.
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.
