Family-friendly things to do in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Historic hilltop park featuring life-sized dinosaur sculptures and panoramic views of the city.
940 Skyline Dr Rapid City, SD, 57701
A volunteer-built dirt bike jump park along the Swanny Pathway in downtown Rapid City — free, open to all, and a decade in the making.
2120 W Omaha St Rapid City, SD, 57702
Historic downtown cinema offering affordable movie tickets and a nostalgic theater experience.
512 6th St Rapid City, SD,
Old-fashioned ice cream parlor on Main Street scooping cones, sundaes, and treats — a sweet stop in the heart of downtown Sturgis.
1063 Main St Sturgis, SD, 57785
Natural spring water indoor pool with sauna, waterslides, and fitness center.
1145 N River St Hot Springs, SD, 57747
Extreme karts, batting cages, bumper cars, laser tag, go cars, re-ball, and arcade all in one indoor park. Perfect for your family vacation in the Black Hills.
405 12th St Rapid City, SD, 57701
Where Rapid City began — 60 creekside acres of history, trails, and community just off downtown.
1510 W. Omaha St Rapid City, SD,
Warm river, waterfall, mineral springs, and four parks — all on one 1.3 mile paved trail.
Hot Springs, SD,
Retro-style arcade on Colorado Boulevard with classic games, prizes, snacks, and Italian cream sodas. Load a play card that never expires and dive in.
208 E Colorado Blvd Spearfish, SD, 57783
On-site shop at Elk Creek Resort featuring a wide variety of rocks, fossils, and minerals.
8220 Elk Creek Rd Piedmont, SD, 57769
Deadwood's first city park, beside the rec center, with shade trees, a picnic shelter, a playground, restrooms, a dog park, and the USS Maine Memorial.
125 Sherman St Deadwood, SD, 57732
Community gathering spot. A green oasis with a historic bandshell and picnic grounds.
Belle Fourche, SD, 57717
Belle Fourche's most versatile park — skating, volleyball, a skate park, and a playground.
Belle Fourche, SD,
18 holes winding 50 feet up a pine-covered hillside — named after Keystone's last active gold mine, with boulders, a waterwheel, a stream, and mine shafts.
609 U.S. Highlway 16A Keystone, SD, 57751
Crafts all ice cream in-house. Dairy-free options. Located in a historic bank.
548 Mt. Rushmore Rd Custer, SD, 57730
Iron Creek Lake offers quiet fishing, camping, and scenic views on the edge of the Black Hills.
SD,
Discover the hidden turquoise waters and towering granite cliffs of Jenny Gulch at Pactola Lake.
Rapid City, SD, 57701
One of the longest caves on Earth — 220+ miles of glittering passages beneath the Black Hills.
11149 US-16 Custer, SD, 57730
Family-oriented space combining a vibrant indoor playground for kids with a cozy cafe for parents.
714 N Main St Ste A Spearfish, SD, 57783
A seasonal splash pad for children to cool off and play during the warm months.
11th Ave & Todd St Belle Fourche, SD, 57717
