What makes Sturgis particularly perfect for day trips is its strategic location as a gateway to the greater Black Hills region. Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse Memorial, Deadwood, and Custer State Park ...

Bear Butte State Park, just a short drive from town, offers hiking trails that lead to spectacular views and spiritual ...

Looking for tubing in South Dakota? This winter spot delivers fast lanes, big thrills, and nonstop fun. It’s snowy out there in South Dakota, y’all. For some, winter means hiding under blankets, ...

Twelve awards were presented honoring businesses and individuals for outstanding achievements and contributions to the tourism industry. Winners received their awards from Governor Larry Rhoden and Ja ...

Nestled in the Black Hills National Forest near Rapid City, you’ll find one of the most romantic hikes in South Dakota: Creek Caves Trail. I know that might sound weird, but hear me out; hiking can be ...

While the eastern part of South Dakota isn't traditionally known for it's tourism, it's caught up to the Black Hills and the ...

In 2025, more than 14.97 million visitors traveled to and within South Dakota; those visitors spent about $5.16 billion — ...

Sen. Mike Rounds has indicated that the Postal Service inspector general is investigating the cause of mail delays plaguing South Dakota residents.

South Dakota’s tourism industry is setting some all-time highs. According to officials, more people are choosing to visit the ...

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games in the Italian city of Milan and nearby Cortina in the Alps will run Feb. 6-22 while the Winter ...

Nearly 15 million people visited South Dakota in 2025 – and during their visits, they spent almost $5.2 billion.

Jeff Erickson of Riverfront Broadcasting in Yankton was honored with the A.H. Pankow Award for tourism Thursday night at the 2026 South Dakota Governor’s Conference on Tourism in ...