Preston's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Hike/Bike the hill for great views of Rapid City and the surrounding area
12 locals recommend
Hanson-Larsen Memorial Park
Cowboy Hill RoadHike/Bike the hill for great views of Rapid City and the surrounding area
Dinosaur Park
940 Skyline DrGo early in the morning to avoid the crowds, or sunset for great sky colors
288 locals recommend
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
13000 South Dakota 244Go early in the morning to avoid the crowds, or sunset for great sky colors
This is a 3-5 hour hike but on a clear day you can see 4 different states
36 locals recommend
Black Elk Peak
This is a 3-5 hour hike but on a clear day you can see 4 different states
Pactola Lake
Take a dip on a hot summer day
Spearfish Canyon
Hike, drive, enjoy
Food scene
Tally's Silver Spoon
530 6th StBest caramel roll in Rapid City
Pour 54 Taphouse
615 Main StreetTop Notch Pizza
Kathmandu Bistro
727 Main StBest Indian in Black Hills
About an Hour from Rapid, located in Custer the heart of the Black Hills, this restaurant is the best in the area
50 locals recommend
Skogen Kitchen
29 N 5th StAbout an Hour from Rapid, located in Custer the heart of the Black Hills, this restaurant is the best in the area
Brewery
Cohort Craft Brewery
4905 5th StreetLost Cabin Beer Co.
1401 W Omaha StWoodland Republic Brewing & Blending
412 5th Street