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Natural attractions in South Dakota

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Geologic Formation
Badlands Wall , Badlands National Park
4.9
Stretching along some 100 km (60 mi) of dry plains, Badlands Wall poses as a natural rock barrier that's been eroding for tens of millions of
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Needles Eye Tunnel ©
Geologic Formation
Needles Eye Tunnel , Custer
4.9
Situated among pointed geological formations that resemble needles and spires, Needles Eye Tunnel is the main attraction along Needles Highwa
Sylvan Lake ©
Water Body
Sylvan Lake , Custer
4.8
Known as the crown jewel of Custer State Park, Sylvan Lake offers views of the Black Hills that showcase the sweeping pine forest as a backdr
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Mount Rushmore and Black Hills Bus Tour with Live Commentary
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
The first destination will be Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Explore this “Shrine of Democracy” depicting four of the most prominent presidents of the first 150 years of the United States. You will discover the Eighth Wonder of the World at Crazy Horse Memorial. It is the world’s largest mountain carving and is a memorial for all Native American tribes. Next, travel into Custer State Park which is one of the World’s Top Ten Wildlife Destinations. It is known for its bison herds, begging burros and other wildlife. Take in the scenery and marvel at the beauty of Iron Mountain Road. You will wind over stacked loops of wooden bridges known as the pigtails and through one-lane tunnels that perfectly frame Mount Rushmore in the distance.
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Badlands National Park ©
National Park
Badlands National Park , Interior
4.9
Tours from $289
Jewel Cave National Monument ©
Cave
Jewel Cave National Monument , Custer
4.2
Jewel Cave National Monument contains Jewel Cave, currently the third longest cave in the world, with 215.05 miles (346.09 kilometers) of map

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South Dakota

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National Parks · Scenic Drive · Monuments
Famous for the cliffside monuments of Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse memorial, South Dakota is a land of Old West history, American Indian culture, and impressive natural wonders. Get to know the state's diverse and breathtaking landscape with a trip through Custer National Park, with a herd of 1,300 free-roaming bison, or by traversing the dramatic peaks of Badlands National Park near the Black Hills. Allow time in your itinerary to visit the state's largest city, Sioux Falls, for shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as a number of museums and historical attractions. Use our United States vacation planner to plan your trip to South Dakota and other destinations in United States.
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