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Instead of Gatlinburg, This South Dakota Town Is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

Skip the crowds at Gatlinburg and discover this South Dakota town offering similar charm, scenery, and experiences.

by Cait Kontalis
on Jun 10
View of Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota
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3 Reasons Why South Dakota Is the Best Place To Retire

by Cait Kontalis
on Feb 9
A view of Rapid City from Skyline Wilderness Area Park in South Dakota.
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The One Thing To Do in South Dakota Before the End of the Year

by Stephanie Frias
on Nov 29
A brick mansion with six white pillars and a large parking lots with planters of pink flowers
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9 Unique Trivia Facts About South Dakota You Might Not Have Heard Before

by Tori Jane
on Jan 2
A serene landscape featuring a golden field under a vibrant sunset with colorful clouds in the sky.
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9 Surefire Signs You Have Strong Roots in South Dakota

by Tori Jane
on Dec 5
Mount Rushmore featuring the carved faces of four U.S. presidents on a rocky mountain, surrounded by trees and snow.

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Weather & Natural Phenomena

You Might Be Surprised to Hear the Predictions About South Dakota’s Mild and Dry Upcoming Winter

What are the Farmers' Almanac winter predictions for South Dakota? You might be surprised to learn it might just be... normal.

by Tori Jane
on Oct 1
Frost-covered pine branches glistening in the sunlight, creating a wintery scene.
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There’s A Poisonous Plant Growing In South Dakota Yards That Looks Like A Harmless Weed

Canada thistle is a highly invasive and poisonous weed in South Dakota that is difficult to eradicate.

by Tori Jane
on Aug 3
Close-up of a vibrant purple thistle flower with spiky petals and green foliage in the background.
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History

Most People Have No Idea This Underwater City In South Dakota Even Exists

Sheridan Lake in South Dakota covers the submerged ghost town of Sheridan, once a prosperous gold rush city.

by Leah Peretz
on Jul 17
A person stands on a dock by a lake, gazing at the water under a cloudy sky with mountains in the background.
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History

These 9 Photos From South Dakota’s Dust Bowl Will Break Your Heart

The Dust Bowl in South Dakota during the 1930s was a period of severe drought and dust storms that greatly affected the state's farmers and residents.

by Catherine Armstrong
on Jul 8
A dry, cracked landscape features a buffalo skull in the foreground, with distant hills and vehicles in the background.
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Fun Facts

5 Surprising Firsts That South Dakota Can Proudly Claim

South Dakota boasts several unique historical firsts that make it an intriguing travel destination.

by Annie Sandmeier
on Oct 17
Bridges reflected in the water of downtown Sioux Falls.