Guidebook for Hot Springs
Sightseeing
See Woolly Mammoth bones, active geological dig and fun for the entire family
59 locals recommend
The Mammoth Site
1800 US-18 BYPSee Woolly Mammoth bones, active geological dig and fun for the entire family
Food Scene
The Vault
329 N River StMusic, Pool tables, Darts, drinks and more
Exceptional food at reasonable prices, great drink selections and views of the Seven Sisters Hills in Hot Springs
9 locals recommend
Woolly's Grill and Cellar
1648 U.S. 18 BypassExceptional food at reasonable prices, great drink selections and views of the Seven Sisters Hills in Hot Springs
Hand-made pizza that is the best in the "Hills". Locally owned and operated they feature a variety of items on the menu as well as a large selection of drinks, including "Russian Beer" that is exceptional. While all their food is amazing, our favorite is the "Big Tatanka" a pizza made with bison meat. Quite Yummy.
They are open in the morning for breakfast and a variety of coffee choices as well.
Big Time Pizza
310 S Chicago StHand-made pizza that is the best in the "Hills". Locally owned and operated they feature a variety of items on the menu as well as a large selection of drinks, including "Russian Beer" that is exceptional. While all their food is amazing, our favorite is the "Big Tatanka" a pizza made with bison meat. Quite Yummy.
They are open in the morning for breakfast and a variety of coffee choices as well.
Upper Crust Bakery & Cafe
627 N River StGood breakfasts, baked goods
Parks & Nature
Bison, Caving and hiking. A great place to see both the above and underground of the Black Hills
9 locals recommend
Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center
26611 US-385Bison, Caving and hiking. A great place to see both the above and underground of the Black Hills
Bison, Bison and more Bison. Vistas and views that are breathtaking. The last weekend in September is the famous "Buffalo Roundup" where you can view the 1500 wild bison come around the hill and into the corrals where they will be checked by local vets, given shots and the herd is then separated to ensure the livelihood of the herd throughout the winter months. there's a 3 day craft fair where over 200 vendors share their wares for sale during the weekend. An absolute must if you are in the area in September - and there are fewer travelers to the area in the fall.
184 locals recommend
Custer State Park
13438 US Highway 16ABison, Bison and more Bison. Vistas and views that are breathtaking. The last weekend in September is the famous "Buffalo Roundup" where you can view the 1500 wild bison come around the hill and into the corrals where they will be checked by local vets, given shots and the herd is then separated to ensure the livelihood of the herd throughout the winter months. there's a 3 day craft fair where over 200 vendors share their wares for sale during the weekend. An absolute must if you are in the area in September - and there are fewer travelers to the area in the fall.
Swim in the cool water which a jump off the rocks into the pool that nature created. Little ones will love to wade in the various "Tide pools" that have been created - many no more than 6 inches deep so good for all ages!
10 locals recommend
Cascade Falls Park
Swim in the cool water which a jump off the rocks into the pool that nature created. Little ones will love to wade in the various "Tide pools" that have been created - many no more than 6 inches deep so good for all ages!
See 3 distinct herds of wild mustangs run free to live as they did in the old west on this 11,000 acre preserve. Reservations are recommended for the 2 hour bus trip that takes you into the back reaches of the preserve where you will see the mustangs up close and personal as well as petroglyphs in the rocks.
13 locals recommend
Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary
12165 Highland RdSee 3 distinct herds of wild mustangs run free to live as they did in the old west on this 11,000 acre preserve. Reservations are recommended for the 2 hour bus trip that takes you into the back reaches of the preserve where you will see the mustangs up close and personal as well as petroglyphs in the rocks.
Essentials
Lynn's Dakotamart
501 S 6th StWatch the dates on perishable items - remember this is small town USA.
Sonny Superfoods
801 Jensen Hwy