Family Vacations To The Black Hills

Nestled between Rapid City and the western borderare several places to choose from. We´ve been
of South Dakota, the Black Hills are an island ofto the Circle B Ranch Chuckwagon Supper and Music
beautiful mountains and trees that rise up amongShow, and had a wonderful time. The food was good
prairies and rolling hills. This area first came to lifeand so was the entertainment. Plus, there were pony
around the 1870´s when early-day prospectorsrides, gold panning, and other fun for the entire family.
discovered gold while panning in nearby streams.Of course, the top attraction in the Black Hills is visiting
The Black Hills offers something for literally everyone.Mount Rushmore. This stunning monument is a "must
There are probably well over one hundred attractionssee" for every family. Carved out of 5725 foot Mount
in the vicinity of the Black Hills. Choose from hiking,Rushmore are images of George Washington,
fishing, horseback riding, mine tours, panning for gold,Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore
rock hunting, exploring caves, scenic drives, beautifulRoosevelt. This magnificent work of art took many
parks, national monuments, and much more.years to finish and was completed in 1941. Be sure and
If the Old West interests you, be sure and visitvisit Mount Rushmore, and while you are there stop by
Deadwood to experience some authentic Old Westthe sculptor´s studio to see some of the models
history. Its here that both Wild Bill Hickok and Calamityand tools that were used during the carving process.
Jane lived and died. Today, the whole town is aAll and all, the Black Hills is a great choice for any
National Historic District. Later on, travel a little bit southfamily vacation. The area has so much to see and do,
and board the 1880 train in Hill City and take a twothat everyone will have fun, and most of the
hour round trip journey back in time.attractions are very reasonably priced. Have a safe
No trip to the Black Hills is complete withouttrip, and create some great memories that will last a
experiencing a chuckwagon supper and show. Therelifetime!