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G7ARYM
Explorer
Apr 01, 2016

Black Hills, Mt Rushmore area attractions

25 years ago we stopped for a night with the kids to see the evening program at Mt Rushmore and left the next day. This year my wife and I will camp in Hill City with a car in tow in early May for a couple of days on our way east. I have two questions you can help me with. My wife does not think there is much to see and do in the Black Hills which is probably is not true. Also she insists on bringing an 80 lb. dog along which restricts what we can do. Please, any suggestions for attractions and activities would be appreciated. Thanks.
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    Bob___Ann
    Explorer
    Apr 01, 2016
    There is a lot to do in the area. We like to stay at Rafter J Bar. You need to eat at the Alpine Hotel in Hill City. Very affordable great steak in an old hotel setting. things to see while stationed in Hill City Are.
    Rushmore, The Needles, Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park (buffalo) The Wild Horse Sanctuary, The Bad Lands, Wall Drug (Worlds largest tourist trap) Deadwood, Reeds Gold Mine, The Hill City train ride. They also have great bike trails.

    Enjoy as it is a great place to visit

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