Indian Reservations

cliffy49 wrote:
I am currently in the middle of planning a trip out west for the summer of 2022 and while trying to get off of the interstate for a while I have routed myself on US rt20 in Nebrasks to valentine Ne. From there I am planning on taking US rt 83 up to Murdo SD.

My question is probably a little silly but I was wondering if there are any concerns about driving through Indian land. I dont know if there are any special protocols that should be followed or is it just drive and dont worry.

I realize that this is probably a silly question,but I would rather be safe than sorry.

many, many years ago we were at a campground in Wall, SD and asked the staff about going to the Wounded Knee memorial. we were advised that it was too dangerous for 'outsiders' but we decided to go anyway.

- first observation...at the time there was not much to see beyond a church, cemetery and plaque.

- second...most of the people we did encounter were very friendly and we ended up buying a few things at their craft stands.

- lastly...there was a museum of sorts nearby and we found the folks running that to be not so friendly or welcoming but certainly not hostile. we never felt that we were in danger. we're glad we went.

my advice: as with any other town or area rely on your spidey sense as to whether the area you're in is safe or not.