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black hills, badlands & lakes region
Gold Mines...
Rushmore Borglum Story
The historic Shrine of Democracy is
brought to life in this beautiful Museum
and Gallery, which showcases scores of
Gutzon Borglum’s paintings, sculptures
and artifacts. Watch the blasting and carving
in our exclusive fi lm. An awe-inspiring
educational experience for your children.
Located in Keystone on US 16A. Open
May thru September. 342 Winter Street,
Keystone,SD 57751. Ph 605-666-4448.
www.rushmoreborglum.com
See display ad on Page 191.
South Dakota
Cultural Heritage Center
Explore South Dakota history at the
Cultural Heritage Center! Learn about
the history, values and beliefs of South
Dakota’s American Indians. Experience
the stories of the explorers, trappers,
pioneers and politicians who established
South Dakota. Examine the change and
challenges faced by South Dakotans
throughout the 20th Century. 900 Governors
Drive, Pierre.Ph 605-773-3458. www.
history.sd.gov
Sturgis Motorcycle
Museum & Hall Of Fame
The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum &
Hall of Fame offers a variety of unique
motorcycle and motorcycling memorabilia
with special emphasis on the world
famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Open
year around, seven days a week. Hours
vary by season. Admission. Located on
historic Main Street in Sturgis. Ph 605347-2001.
www.sturgismuseum.com
www.blackhillsbadlands.com
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Big Thunder Gold Mine
Experience the Hills’ most
complete mining experience
from the 1890s. Tours lead you
underground where you receive a
free sample of gold ore. Pan for
gold on historic Reed’s Placer
Claim along Battle Creek with
guaranteed gold. Visit the mining
museum, ice cream parlor, eatery,
and two gift shops. Gem panning
also available. In view of Mt.
Rushmore. Open April 15- Oct.
31. Appt. only Nov.-Apr. Ph 605666-4847,
1-800-314-3917. www.
bigthundermine.com See display
ad on Page 190. Great ★ Service
In Deadwood, on Upper Main Street.
Underground tours of an authentic
old gold mine where miners pursued
gold ore veins with black powder and
candlelight. Tours every 30 minutes.
Every visitor receives a souvenir stock
certifi cate. Pan for gold. Gem panning
also available. Ample parking. Open
daily, mid-May thru mid-September.
MC & Visa. Ph 605-578-1876. www.
brokenbootgoldmine.com
Broken Boot Gold Mine
Take a guided surface tour of the largest
gold mine in the Western Hemisphere
and see the original 1876 location of the
world’s richest gold vein. Pan for gold
(guaranteed to fi nd real gold!), visit our
unique gift shop featuring Black Hills Gold
jewelry, Homestake souvenirs & local
history books. Tours run seasonally. Open
year-round at 160 W. Main St. in Lead. Ph
605-584-3110. hvc@rushmore.com www.
homestakevisitorcenter.com
Homestake Gold Mine
Visitor Center
Thunderhead
Underground Falls
A historic attraction! Waterfall highlighted
with color! Ten miles W of Rapid City on
Hwy 44, the scenic route to Mt. Rushmore.
A spectacular vertical waterfall 600 feet
inside a mountain. Located inside the
oldest gold mine in the Black Hills area
that is open to the public. Easy walk. Open
daylight hours, May 1-Nov. 1. No waiting.
Reasonable admission. Ph 605-343-0081.
10940 W. Hwy 44, Rapid City, SD 57702.
www.thunderheadfalls.com
http://www.bigthundermine.com
http://www.homestakevisitorcenter.com
http://www.homestakevisitorcenter.com
http://www.bigthundermine.com
http://www.bigthundermine.com
http://www.thunderheadfalls.com
http://www.rushmoreborglum.com
http://www.brokenbootgoldmine.com
http://www.brokenbootgoldmine.com
http://history.sd.gov
http://history.sd.gov
http://www.sturgismuseum.com
http://www.blackhillsbadlands.com
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011
South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011
Contents
Overview
Getting Here, Getting Around
Information Centers
State Facts
Tourism Regions
Places of Interest
Public Campgrounds and Recreation Areas
Vacation Ideas
Southeast Region: A slice of South Dakota charm
Glacial Lakes & Prairies Region: Stories from the frontier
Great Lakes Region: Land of the mighty Missouri
Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes Region: Enchanting mountain getaway
Black Hills map
Index
South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011
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