Spring & Summer 2012

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3 Where and tranquility Adventure co-exist In southeastern South Dakota, you ll experience the tranquility of rural America, with the adventure and entertainment of an urban center. South Dakota is full of surprises, no matter what part of the state you visit. Stay an extra day or two and explore more of our Great Faces and Great Places. Your American Journey begins here, in South Dakota. Southeast Region

4 1 A-maize-ing 3 Lewis & Clark 5 Ear-chitecture Recreation Area in Mitchell! Lewis and Clark Recreation Area near Yankton is a full-service resort and marina with boat rentals, cabins, motel rooms, outdoor pool, restaurant, more than 400 campsites, bike and nature trails, beaches and multiple boat ramps. For camping, call or visit Stand amongst history in a structure known for attracting the unusual, the notable, and the road-weary. Topped with a whimsical mix of domes and minarets, the World s Only Corn Palace appears as if drawn straight from a storybook. Free admission (CORN) cvb@visitmitchell.com ParkInfo@state.sd.us Sioux Falls The Heart of America South Dakota s largest city shopping, local flavor restaurants, vibrant historic downtown, arts, theatre, museums, year-round events, festivals and more! Falls Park is home to a triple waterfall, information center, five-story viewing tower, café, and historic ruins. Request a FREE Visitors Guide sfcvb@siouxfalls.com Best Western Hotels 2 4 of South Dakota Now with three types of hotels. There s a Best Western in South Dakota that s perfect for your stay. Choose Best Western, Best Western Plus or Best Western Premier for the hotel that is just right for you Visit Mitchell Where Legacy Lives! Discover the remarkable history of South Dakota s people, places, and times past in Mitchell! Visit the Carnegie Resource Center, Dakota Discovery Museum, McGovern Legacy Museum, Prehistoric Indian Village & Archeodome, and the World s Only Corn Palace in Mitchell (CORN) cvb@visitmitchell.com 4

5 6 Sioux Falls JazzFest 7 The Sioux Falls Jazz & Blues JazzFest, July 26-28, at Yankton Trail Park in Sioux Falls. This free festival features more than 18 hours of music on multiple stages. Beer and wine gardens, food vendors, a children s area, art vendors, and much more! Strawbale Winery Come and experience life in slow motion at our eco-friendly winery. Enjoy a tasting, feed the chickens, take a tour, listen to live music at one of our events, or explore our repurposed winery just north of Sioux Falls Info@StrawbaleWinery.com Yogi Bear 8 Campground Resort This award-wining campground, located off I-90 at Exit 402, has cabins, pull-thru sites, a tent area, free Internet access, cable, heated pool & spa, playgrounds, game room, store, laundry facilities, jumping pillow, mini golf, basketball, volleyball and planned activities. Located near Brandon Reservations@JellystoneSioux Falls.com 5 Kayaking at Split Rock Creek

6 Where pioneering the spirit on lives There is no greater place to relive America s pioneering history than in northeastern South Dakota. Experience these stories in places like Fort Sisseton and Laura Ingalls Wilder s homestead in De Smet. South Dakota is full of surprises, no matter what part of the state you visit. Stay an extra day or two and explore more of our Great Faces and Great Places. Your American Journey begins here, in South Dakota.

7 Glacial Lakes & Prairies Region

8 9 Aberdeen CVB Once upon a time, family vacations were about spending time together, not waiting in long lines. Experience a family vacation that is like something out of a fairytale. Write your own storybook vacation in Aberdeen. Contact us for more information Best Western Ramkotas of South Dakota Discover Ramkota in Aberdeen, Pierre, Rapid City, Sioux Falls and Watertown! We welcome you with family-friendly hospitality, indoor pools and waterparks (free for our guests), fitness centers, beautiful guest accommodations, family restaurants and casual lounges. Free high-speed Internet. Pets welcome Info@Ramkota.com Buffalo Ridge Resort and Business Center Buffalo Ridge was once home to South Dakota s first School for the Blind. Today, while fully renovated, the property retains much of its historical appeal. A must-visit destination for groups and individuals; the property includes a hotel, dining, camping and meeting facilities. Located near Gary Info@BuffaloRidgeResort.com 8

9 Children s Museum of South Dakota 13 Children s Museum of South Dakota Fun and lasting memories await your family. Cruise down KidStreet to tune up a car, brew espresso at the café, or discover your inner artist. Make music. Explore the prairie. Meet Mama T. Rex. Build, climb, dance, discover, imagine! Downtown Brookings Info@PrairiePlay.org 15 De Smet Covered wagon rides, pioneer activities, outdoor theater and tours of historic homes allow you to fully experience Laura Ingalls Wilder s Little House heritage. Affordable family destinations shopping, campgrounds, B & Bs, motels and restaurants. De Smet where history is fun! Brookings, SD... Bring Your Dreams! Brookings is located on I-29 in eastern S.D. A scenic university town brimming with activity on Main Street, event centers, parks, paths, theatre and museums, including the new Children s Museum of South Dakota Country Inn and 14 Suites Watertown 16 You ll love this Country indoor pool, hot tub, exercise room, continental deluxe breakfast, wireless Internet, and microwaves and refrigerators in every room. Newly remodeled. Located in Watertown, I-29 and Hwy 212, across from Terry Redlin Art Center WatertownSD cx_wate@countryinns.com De Smet Super Deluxe Inn Have fun and explore real history when you stay at De Smet Super Deluxe. Throw the kids in the pool after your day of Laura Ingalls Wilder adventures. Newly redecorated rooms, elevator, breakfast, wireless, HBO and Showtime, all for you!

10 17 Historic 1914 C&NW RR Depot Museum & Visitors Center Visitors are greeted by friendly Gargoyles and an elegant building with original oak trim, marble floors, and rotating displays. Admission is free. Open April-November, Thursday Sunday, 1-5 p.m. or by appointment. Located in Redfield Terry Redlin Art Center Watertown Attend a FREE concert by DENNIS DEYOUNG: THE MUSIC OF STYX, Saturday, August 4, 2012! View more than 150 original oil paintings by America s Most Popular Artist, Terry Redlin. Stroll the 30-acre Conservation Park. Shop two gift shops! Open daily. Free admission Storybook 10 Land

11 Photo courtesy of Noah Sturm 19 Ringneck Nation In Huron, Ringneck Nation, pheasants outnumber the people With those odds, you ll easily bag your limit. Plenty of public walk-in areas, lodges and private land make Huron the perfect hunting destination. Start planning your hunt today! SD Agricultural 23 Heritage Museum Rediscover South Dakota s agricultural past at the S.D. State Agricultural Heritage Museum located on the corner of Medary Avenue & 11th Street, SDSU Campus, Brookings. Learn about homesteading, farm chores, farming practices and technology on the farm. Admission is free sdsu.agmuseum@sdstate.edu Watertown Bramble Park Zoo Experience nature at its best. Come face-to-face with more than 800 animals at Bramble Park Zoo. See our animal shows, learn about our exotic creatures and explore our awesome native gardens. There is something for everyone at Watertown s Bramble Park Zoo! Open year-round bpz@brambleparkzoo.com Quality Inn 20 Watertown Come see what this newly remodeled hotel has to offer. Located in Watertown, I-29 and Hwy 212 across from the Terry Redlin Art Center. Complimentary breakfast, indoor pool, hot tub, Wi-Fi, and microwave and refrigerators in every room SD016 gm.sd016@choicehotels.com 22 Experience the SD State Fair Enjoy free entertainment on six stages. Take in a grandstand show. Experience South Dakota s largest carnival midway. See the State 4-H Championships. Taste the Fun in Huron Aug. 30-Sept. 3. Bring this ad to the fair and receive two free gate admission passes Wheel Jam Featuring classic cars, motorcycles and 18-wheelers! Activities include an Audio Sound Competition, Battle of the Bands, Dynamic Engine Brake Competition, Burn-Out Pit, SD BBQ Championships, Stock Car Races and more. South Dakota State Fair Grounds in Huron, June 1-3,

12 Where playtime comes naturally

13 The Missouri River provides an abundance of recreational activities from horseback riding along its shores to fishing and kayaking in its waters. Fill your need for excitement and breathe in the freshness of nature at its best. South Dakota is full of surprises, no matter what part of the state you visit. Stay an extra day or two and explore more of our Great Faces and Great Places. Your American Journey begins here, in South Dakota. Great Lakes Region

14 25 Akta Lakota Museum & Cultural Center The Lakota phrase Akta Lakota translates to honoring the people. Located in Chamberlain, the museum strives to preserve and promote the Sioux Indian culture through the arts and history of the people. Free. Open year-round. I-90, exit Cedar Shore Resort Full-service resort accommodating your family getaway or romantic setting for two. Tucked in the bluffs of the Missouri River, enjoy serene views from sunrise until sunset. Dine. Drink. Relax. If you never leave the outdoor deck, we understand. Located in Oacoma Lemmon Visit the world s largest Petrified Park, The Grand River Museum, and Shadehill Recreation Area with 5,000 acres of water for boating, fishing and swimming! Lemmon is also known for world-famous hunting of deer, antelope, pheasants, grouse, prairie dogs and more! Al s Oasis Your one-stop destination off I-90, Exit 260 at Chamberlain/Oacoma for all your travel needs. Restaurant offers homemade pie and salad bar. Gift shop, clothing, super-market, Oasis Inn, convenience store and campground Dee@AlsOasis.com 28 Golden Buffalo Casino The Golden Buffalo Casino in Lower Brule offers travelers a wide variety of opportunities. The casino is home to 198 Las Vegas-style slot machines, a full-service restaurant, 38-room motel and convention center. World-class fishing and hunting are just minutes away patmcn@goldenbuffaloresort.com 30 Pierre CVB Experience the great outdoors in South Dakota s capital city, only 30 minutes off I-90 and along the Native American Scenic Byway. Whether it s camping, kayaking, fishing, hunting, history, cowboys or heritage it s all here!

15 31 South Dakota Cultural 32 Heritage Center All roads in Pierre lead to the Cultural Heritage Center, northeast of the State Capitol at 900 Governors Drive. Learn about the American Indians, pioneers and politicians who established our state. Examine the changes in the 20th Century South Dakota State Parks Make the outdoors a part of your vacation. Experience the natural wonders and recreational opportunities available at state parks across South Dakota. Whether you camp overnight or just stop in along the way, you ll leave energized and uplifted ParkInfo@state.sd.us 758,000 of these were printed and distributed at a cost of 11 per piece by the South Dakota Department of Tourism and cooperative partners. The businesses and events represented in this publication are paid participants in a cooperative program offered by the South Dakota Department of Tourism. This marketing piece does not include all available operators in each category. The use of names and images of private companies in this publication are for information purposes and visual appeal only and do not imply endorsement by any state or federal agency. Paper manufactured from well-managed forests and other controlled sources. Please pass it on to a friend and/or recycle where facilities exist. 15 Fishing on the Missouri River

16 Where rugged is considered beautiful Beautiful You ll be both moved and inspired by the rugged beauty of Badlands National Park, and taken in by all that the Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes region has to offer. South Dakota is full of surprises, no matter what part of the state you visit. Stay an extra day or two and explore more of our Great Faces and Great Places. Your American Journey begins here, in South Dakota.

17 Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes Region

18 Train 35 Badlands National 37 Enjoy a two-hour train ride between Park Cedar Pass Lodge the historic towns of Hill City Only lodging in the Park new cabins; RV park/campgrounds surround- and Keystone. View the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota by ed by sharply eroded spires abruptly train! Advanced reservations are piercing mixed prairie grasslands. recommended and may be made Shop at Cedar Pass Lodge for unique online or by calling our office. gifts/native crafts; serving regional cuisine buffalo salad, burgers, Sioux tacos, South Dakota wines. Office@1880Train.com Info@CedarPassLodge.com Bear Country USA - Celebrating 40 years Enjoy a leisurely three-mile drive through this unique wildlife park on 250 acres of Black Hills beauty. From the comfort of your vehicle, observe black bears, mountain lions, wolves and other wildlife. Walk around Babyland where young and smaller animals frolic. Near Rapid City PaBear@BearCountryUSA.com 34 Adams Museum 36 The Black Hills oldest history museum explores Deadwood s raucous history and legendary characters. Featured exhibits are Maka Unci and the City of Deadwood s Wild Bill Hickok collection. Open year-round. 54 Sherman Street, Deadwood Black Hills Caverns Black Hills Caverns offers a complete variety of formations to see on two different tours, the Adventure Tour and Crystal Tour. Enjoy the cool underground wonderland with glittering crystals, logomites, dogtooth spar, frost crystals and more! Located near Rapid City Info@BlackHillsCaverns.com 38 Black Hills Coupon Book - Exclusive Offers High-value vacation offers to help you do more for less! Many Buy-One- Get-One deals not found anywhere else. SAVE $$$ at more than 200 popular attractions + golf + dining + lodging. Purchase your Coupon Book and view offers at our website Info@BlackHillsCoupons.com 18

19 39 Black Hills Maze The most family fun you will have getting lost! Largest permanent bi-level maze in the Midwest. Also, enjoy a climbing wall, mini-golf, batting cage, water wars, bank shot basketball, roller racers, snack bar and picnic area. Come play, enjoy and relax! Located near Rapid City Info@BlackHillsMaze.com 41 Crazy Horse Memorial World s largest mountain carving in progress, 17 miles from Mount Rushmore on Hwy 16/385. Watch work on the mountain and Indian artists and performers and visit Indian museums and sculptor s studio-home. Stay for nightly laser light show in season; restaurant and gift shop. Open year-round Memorial@CrazyHorse.org Crooked Creek 43 Resort The Resort nestled in its natural setting is in a quiet valley surrounded by the Black Hills National Forest. Bike or hike the Mickelson Trail. Wander into Hill City and experience the 1880 Train, State Railroad Museum, Everything Prehistoric, Teddy Bears and our Black Hills wineries Info@CrookedCreekSD.com Budget Host/ 40 Putt 4 Fun Looking for affordable fun? An outdoor pool, free breakfast, at door parking, and more await you at the Budget Host in Hot Springs. Next door, one can enjoy an entertaining game of mini-golf. Mention this ad to save money! Celebrity Hotel and 42 Casino Deadwood s finest downtown hotel features historic and luxury rooms with marble bathrooms and towel warmers. Free breakfast bar, Internet, on-site parking, 24-hour 140-slot casino, Players Club, James Bond s Aston Martin, Herbie, movie memorabilia displays. A top-rated hotel Stay@CelebrityCasinos.com 44 Custer State Park A 71,000-acre vacation paradise located in the beautiful Black Hills, featuring 1,300 free roaming buffalo and the scenic Needles Highway. Guests enjoy four mountain resorts, camping, lakes, streams, naturalist programs and hiking and biking trails CusterStatePark@state.sd.us 19

20 45 Deadwood Chamber Do you have what it takes to be a Deadwood legend? Visit our 80 gaming halls and try your luck at the slots, poker or Blackjack tables. Come to Historic Deadwood and discover your inner outlaw. Contact us for travel specials Visit@Deadwood.com Executive Lodging of the Black Hills The best way to stay and play in the Black Hills of South Dakota! We offer dozens of luxury vacation lodges sprinkled throughout the Black Hills. Executive Lodging of the Black Hills is a AAA approved vacation home rental company in South Dakota Vacation@Executive-Lodging.com Lake Park Campground and Cottages Located by beautiful Canyon Lake in Rapid City, just thirty minutes from Mount Rushmore. Great access to all Black Hills area attractions. RV sites and fully-furnished cottages ranging in size from studios to one, two, three and four bedrooms CampNelson@LakeParkCamp ground.com Deadwood Mountain Grand Hotel Deadwood s newest boutique hotel is now open! Make your reservations now to the most unique get-away spot in Deadwood, complete with casino, event center, two restaurants and two lounges. Ask about our Grand Package! Starting at $299. *Restrictions apply GRAND Grand.com Horse Creek Resort at Sheridan Lake Your unforgettable central Black Hills vacation experience awaits! From secluded cabins and RV sites along Horse Creek to boat rentals at Sheridan Lake and fine dining at Horse Creek Inn we have it all! Stay & Play vacation packages available now Info@SheridanLakeMarina.com Palmer Gulch / 50 Mt. Rushmore KOA We love families! The closest resort to Mount Rushmore features a cozy lodge with suites, upscale log cabins, rustic mountain cabins and an award-winning KOA campground. Two pools, splash pad, waterslide, jumping pillow, horses, restaurant, rental cars, ATVs and Wi-Fi Info@PalmerGulch.com 20

21 51 Pine Rest Cabins Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park and the Mickelson Trail are all less than twenty minutes from your cabin. Mountain ambiance with plenty of modern comforts. Cable TV, Wi-Fi, sauna and hot tub. One mile south of Hill City Prairie Berry Winery Our characters include Red Ass Rhubarb, Calamity Jane, and Lawrence Elk. All our wines are made on-site by the Vojta family s 5th generation winemaker. More than 640 medals awarded for our wines. Free wine tasting daily, gourmet lunch menu, family-friendly. Located near Hill City Reptile Gardens A Family Fun Adventure An adventure awaits the whole family under South Dakota s only Tropical Dome. This year marks our 75th anniversary, so come have some fun and celebrate. See our exciting wildlife shows, learn about our exotic creatures, and explore our breathtaking gardens and indoor jungle. Near Rapid City GetInfo@ReptileGradens.com 52 Pioneer Auto Show and Prairie Town Experience fun, nostalgia, history and a kids treasure hunt! Explore 42 buildings that include 250 cars, a Prairie Town, toys, 60 tractors, 60 motorcycles, animations, music boxes, Zeitner Rock Collection and more. Diner and Hallmark gift shop. I-90 Exit 192, Murdo. Since Centrally located in 56 the Black Hills. Enjoy shopping, dining, events, outdoor recreation and various attractions like the new Main Street Square, City of Presidents, Storybook Island, Journey Museum and more in Rapid City. Then, within a short drive, see Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Crazy Horse Memorial and more Info@VisitRapidCity.com Silverado / Franklin Make history at Deadwood s top-of-the-town Main Street hotel & casino! The largest Blackjack pit, live poker, state-of-the-art slots and Deadwood s only Las Vegas-style buffet with Crab Festival every Friday and Saturday edagit@silveradocasino.com 21

22 57 Sturgis Take the Ride Discover a new path or travel a well-worn trail; drive a breathtaking canyon road or enjoy a hike to reacquaint yourself with nature; observe our rich American history or hit the well-known pavement of the world s most recognizable Main Street in Sturgis Info@SturgisAreaChamber.com 58 Sturgis Mustang Rally 59 Be sure to mark your calendars for the Sturgis Mustang Rally in Sturgis Labor Day Weekend August 29 to September 2. SMR is one of the fastest growing Ford Mustang Rallies in the nation. The Lodge at Deadwood We have 140 spacious rooms and Deadwood s only indoor water playland. Las Vegas-style casino featuring 260 slots, poker and Blackjack. Dine in the Deadwood Grille or in Oggie s Sports Bar & Emporium. Convention Center with meeting rooms for 10 to 1,700. Great views! Agalbraith@DeadwoodLodge.com 22

23 Mount Rushmore National Memorial 60 Wall Badlands Area Chamber of Commerce Travel Badlands Loop Scenic Byway 240 through Badlands National Park. Visit world-famous Wall Drug Store, the only National Grasslands Visitor Center in the country, and the unique Minuteman Missile National Historic Site. Dine in fine restaurants and enjoy comfortable campgrounds and motels Wall Drug Store Wall Drug Store, the #1 Roadside Attraction in America, has been entertaining and educating the traveling public since This 76,000-sq.-ft. wonderland of free attractions includes a restaurant that seats 520. There s something for everyone at Wall Drug! WallDrug@gwtc.net 62 Mount Rushmore Concessions / Xanterra Parks & Resorts Mount Rushmore Concessions offers a dining experience like no other, complete with majestic views of the presidents as well as one of the most beautiful and spacious gift shops in America, featuring many Made in America keepsakes Memorial.com 23

24 Begin Your American Journey at TravelSD.com. Discover the memorable, distinct, and affordable destinations you will only find in South Dakota. Request a free vacation guide or find inspiration with vacation packages that bundle your lodging and attractions. Make the Great Faces and Great Places of South Dakota part of Your American Journey. Enhance your Journey by downloading the NEW South Dakota Mobile App. Find lodging, restaurants, activities and more in every corner of the state. Go to your favorite app store and search for Travel South Dakota. Southeast South Dakota Tourism Southeastern Association Great Lakes of South Dakota Central Association Glacial Lakes & Prairies Tourism Northeastern Association Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes Western Association S DAKOTA