The Dakotas

Travel Guide

Mount Rushmore; very cool but very touristy!
Mount Rushmore; very cool but very touristy!
This is a very special place for my family and I. My grandfather, Raymond Berg, and great-grandfather, Alfred Berg, both worked on this national monument.
A little closer view of President George Washington.
Sylvan Lake, known as the "crown jewel" of Custer State Park, is located in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Created in 1881 when Theodore Reder built a dam across Sunday Gulch, it offers picnic areas, rock climbing, small rental boats, swimming, and hiking trails. It is also popular as a starting point for excursions to Harney Peak and The Needles. A hotel was operated on the shore of the lake in the early 20th century. The lake was featured in Disney's 2007 film National Treasure: Book of Secrets. The film made the lake appear to be located directly behind Mount Rushmore when in reality it is actually five miles southwest of Mount Rushmore.

Where to stay in The Dakotas

These falls are right in town surrounded by a nice park.

Downtown Sioux Falls

While visiting Downtown Sioux Falls, you might make a stop by sights like Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and Old Courthouse Museum.

Downtown Sioux Falls
I love water towers

Downtown Deadwood

While visiting Downtown Deadwood, you might make a stop by sights like Gold Dust Casino & Hotel and Silverado.

Downtown Deadwood
#Perspective Stopped off in Rapid City on our way to Yellowstone NP, was blown away by the graffiti art down some of its back lanes. Thought the overhead power lines created great leading lines through the image.

Historic Rapid City

Historic Rapid City is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Main Street Square or Art Alley.

Historic Rapid City
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Northwest Sioux Falls

While visiting Northwest Sioux Falls, you might make a stop by sights like Sanford Pentagon and Sioux Falls Arena.

Northwest Sioux Falls
Aerial View of Fargo Skyline at Dusk

West Acres

While visiting West Acres, you might make a stop by sights like West Acres Mall and Roger Maris Museum.

West Acres
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Mall District

While visiting Mall District, you might make a stop by sights like Empire Mall and The District.

Mall District
Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr

Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr

3 out of 5
1301 West Russell Sioux Falls SD
The price is P3,760 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
P3,760
P4,241 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Sioux Falls. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 indoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,507 reviews)
Clean rooms, nice pool area, nice staff!!

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Sioux Falls Airport-Waterpark & Event Ctr
Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks

Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks

3.5 out of 5
1000 South 42nd St Grand Forks ND
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,467 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
P6,467
P7,146 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Grand Forks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,509 reviews)
- Clean rooms - Spacious - Complimentary breakfast

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks
La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark

La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark

3 out of 5
1416 North Elk Vale Road Rapid City SD
The price is P3,482 per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
P3,482
P4,799 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free water park access, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,282 reviews)
Great location if traveling with children . Food selection wasn’t great but they loved the water park

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

La Quinta Inn and Suites by Wyndham at WaTiki Waterpark
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GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City

GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City

2.5 out of 5
660 Disk Dr Rapid City SD
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Rapid City. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,808 reviews)
The guys at the front desk were nice & helpful. But that was the best part of the stay. I stayed from Monday thru Friday & the mud / dirt in the hallways, lobby or steps was not vacuumed once. I had to ask for towels & toilet paper. The housekeeping staff were dressed like

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

GrandStay Residential Suites - Rapid City
Spearfish Cottages

Spearfish Cottages

3.5 out of 5
514 W Mason St Spearfish SD
Stay at this cottage in Spearfish. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (599 reviews)
Awesome little hideaway place in the hills close enough to everything and far away enough to absorb the forest and hills. Very friendly staff so helpful and communication top notch.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Spearfish Cottages
Pine Haven Lodging

Pine Haven Lodging

3 out of 5
13514 U.S. 16 Rapid City SD
Stay at this cabin in Rapid City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
The room was awesome! Staff was top notch. One star deducted because we just didnt like our bed. It was a memory foam but was way to stiff for our liking.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Pine Haven Lodging
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