Things to Do
Celebrate 605 Day in South Dakota
South Dakota is one of only 12 states in America that has just one area code. The Department of Tourism is capitalizing on this by celebrating what is called '605 Day' on June 5, 2016 (6/05) and is asking residents and visitors alike to join in the celebration. For...
Find Your Adventure in Fort Pierre and Pierre – SoDak Road Trip Map
Take the scenic route Take a detour off the interstate and enjoy the beautiful rolling plains of central South Dakota. Stay a few nights in the riverside communities and explore all they have to offer! Click here to download/view map (PDF) [gallery size="medium"...
GFP is hosting free fishing and entrance to all state parks and recreation areas
The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks' is hosting free fishing and entrance to all state parks and recreation areas. May 12: Mother's Day May 17-19: Traditional State Park open house and free fishing weekend June 16: Father's Day State law requires people to purchase...
Cruise & Snooze Pierre Adventure Package
Looking for something new to go with your next trip to Pierre. Book the Sunset riverboat package and we have included plenty of extras. Governors Inn also has pool , hottub and breakfast. These will start running in May dates still to be determined. So you have time...
Buckskin Johnny Spaulding Cabin
My father-in-law Ed and I stopped by Johnny Spaulding's cabin in Belle Fourche, he wasn't home, but we were able to peak through the windows. Johnny Spaulding was a hunter, guide, scout, and a Black Hills area pioneer, who came to the area during the 1876 gold...
Join the Movement – All Kids Bike
We're on a mission to teach every child in America how to ride a bike in Kindergarten PE class. The Strider® Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit incorporated in South Dakota in 2007. The Foundation’s primary purpose is to distribute Learn-To-Ride Programs to...
Capital City Farmers Market – New Season Starts May 4th
Spring is finally here and that means the Capital City Farmers' Market is getting ready! Our 11th season will start Saturday, May 4 from 9am-noon at the Free Parking Lot on the corner of Sioux Ave and Coteau St in Pierre. Check out www.capcitymarket.com for more...
First Bison Calf of the Year at Custer State Park
The addition of this bouncing baby bison to Custer State Park is one of many good reasons to make plans to visit this summer! Custer State Park on the Web: https://gfp.sd.gov/parks/detail/custer-state-park/ Custer State Park on Facebook:...
Reptile Gardens Vacation and Season Passes
Pssst… let me tell you a secret. Well, it’s not really a secret, and a lot of our locals know about it, but it’s a surprise to many of our new Guests. When you purchase your first full-price admission, you can receive a FREE vacation pass (which allows...
Silent Silos South Dakota’s Missile Field – South Dakota Cultural Heritage Center
Though the disco music has stopped, we are already gearing up for our next exhibit. Here’s a first glimpse of our new exhibit: Silent Silos South Dakota’s Missile Field, a collaboration with the Minuteman Missile National Historic Site. The cases have been...
How to make the most of the road to Mount Rushmore
The Black Hills & Badlands Tourism Association published an excellent article on how to make the most of the road to Mount Rushmore. They break it down into a 3-day itinerary starting at the world famous Cosmos Mystery Area. Please click below to read more!...
Help the SD Game, Fish and Parks track Snow Geese
GFP is in a Blizzard Watch, but it is much different than the ones we had this winter! We need all Snow Goose Chasers, Jr. Snow Gooseologists and Snow Goose Blizzard Meterologists across the state to help us follow the geese! Share your reports and pictures here all...
