Question on the Black Hills area of SD.
I'm planning our big trip through the northern plains to Yellowstone. Normally this is no big deal for me since we usually don't make reservations, and just go with the flow. However, since we mus...
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We just returned from a trip to the Black Hills, didn't have near enough time to see the sights we wanted to see. We did spend time at Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park. For me, Custer SP is a full day to enjoy all the sights there, including the Wildlife Loop. Minimal hiking required and while we were there, we got to see hundreds of Buffalo up close and personal....literally! There were several hundred of them on the roadway in one section and would come up to the cars driving through, without any fear (on their part!) The motorcycle tourists behind us? Not so sure!!!
The Black Hills have very distinct regions, the southern part around Hot Springs and Wind Cave NP, the middle part around Custer/Hill City/Keystone area, and then the northern part around Lead/Deadwood/Sturgis area. Each has it's own unique things to see and do while in those areas, so look to determine what area you'd prefer and make plans accordingly.
The Black Hills have very distinct regions, the southern part around Hot Springs and Wind Cave NP, the middle part around Custer/Hill City/Keystone area, and then the northern part around Lead/Deadwood/Sturgis area. Each has it's own unique things to see and do while in those areas, so look to determine what area you'd prefer and make plans accordingly.
