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Lauren Webb
Visit one of the world’s most recognized attractions
Snap a picture of Mount Rushmore and the surrounding wilderness from the Grand View Terrace of the national memorial. Stop by the museum and stay to watch the nightly lighting ceremony held throughout the summer.
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The West is still wild in this Gold Rush-era town
All ages get to live their best outlaw life in Deadwood, where daily reenactments take over the town, which is a National Historic Landmark. Main Street’s well-preserved period buildings add to the enjoyment.
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An active paleontological site is for all generations
Get down and dirty to feel what it’s like to unearth million-year-old fossils. Learn from experts at the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs, which houses the largest concentration of mammoth remains in the world.
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Wildlife and art collide perfectly at annual festival
Cheer on cowboys and cowgirls the last Friday in September as they round up the herd of 1,300 buffalo of Custer State Park during the Buffalo Roundup and Arts Festival. Browse fine arts and crafts or watch a musical performance before & after the excitement.
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Free family fun with Jurassic favorites
Head atop the sandstone ridge that overlooks Rapid City to see statues of beloved prehistoric creatures at Dinosaur Park. Marvel at the giants before heading into town to see real fossils at the Museum of Geology.
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Animal encounters you’ll always remember
Make new friends, scaley and furry, at Reptile Gardens, near Rapid City. Mingle with giant tortoises, tropical birds and snakes or view the Prairie Dog Town and gator-filled waters before roaming the botanical gardens.
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Sit back and take it easy at this gem
Lake life on the clear waters of Sylvan Lake is perfection. Stay at the nearby campground, the historic Sylvan Lake Lodge or waterside cabins to rest up from days spent swimming, fishing, hiking and paddling.
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Pioneer heritage on display at classic author’s home
Relive beloved childhood stories by visiting Laura Ingalls Wilder’s family farmstead near De Smet, the inspiration for her world-famous Little House on the Prairie series of children’s books. Hands-on activities bring the past back to life.
