Family Vacations to the Black Hills

Nestled between Rapid City and the western borderShow, and had a wonderful time. The food was good
of South Dakota, the Black Hills are an island ofand so was the entertainment. Plus, there were pony
beautiful mountains and trees that rise up amongrides, gold panning, and other fun for the entire family.
prairies and rolling hills. This area first came to lifeOf course, the top attraction in the Black Hills is visiting
around the 1870´s when early-day prospectorsMount Rushmore. This stunning monument is a must
discovered gold while panning in nearby streams.see for every family. Carved out of 5725 foot Mount
The Black Hills offers something for literally everyone.Rushmore are images of George Washington,
There are probably well over one hundred attractionsThomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore
in the vicinity of the Black Hills. Choose from hiking,Roosevelt. This magnificent work of art took many
fishing, horseback riding, mine tours, panning for gold,years to finish and was completed in 1941. Be sure and
rock hunting, exploring caves, scenic drives, beautifulvisit Mount Rushmore, and while you are there stop by
parks, national monuments, and much more.the sculptor´s studio to see some of the models
If the Old West interests you, be sure and visitand tools that were used during the carving process.
Deadwood to experience some authentic Old WestAll and all, the Black Hills is a great choice for any
history. Later on, board the 1880 train in Hill City andfamily vacation. The area has so much to see and do,
take a two hour round trip journey back in time.that everyone will have fun, and most of the
No trip to the Black Hills is complete withoutattractions are very reasonably priced. Have a safe
experiencing a chuckwagon supper and show. Theretrip, and create some great memories that will last a
are several places to choose from. We´ve beenlifetime!
to the Circle B Ranch Chuckwagon Supper and Music