If you are looking for a classic All-American vacation, you are heading to the right place. A Black Hills road trip in South Dakota encompasses everything a trip should be: endless opportunities for scenic drives, unforgettable scenery, must-experience historic sites, … Continued
After another unforgettable trip with my husband and nephew to the stunning landscapes of Custer State Park, I couldn’t wait to share our favorite hiking trails from this incredible destination! Located in the heart of South Dakota’s Black Hills, Custer … Continued
Not a single cloud could be seen as we left Stockade Lake Campground. On our first full day in Custer State Park, my goal was to kick things off by spotting some wildlife. With the morning well underway, we weren’t … Continued
With its unique rock formations amid jagged peaks and rugged terrain, Badlands National Park is an extraordinary outdoor playground that should be experienced at least once in your lifetime. And one of the must-do things in the park is hiking … Continued
Unique and surreal are the two words that pop into my mind when thinking about Badlands National Park. The South Dakota desolate terrain and unusual formations are an enigma of sorts. I had never seen anything like it. Exploring and hiking through … Continued
What does it cost to take a summer road trip like we are doing? Read further to find out what we’ve spent the first two weeks in the Black Hills and Yellowstone National Park. We have separated our costs by … Continued
SUMMER ROAD TRIP, DAYS 9 & 10 We had our first blunder of the road trip! We were supposed to be leaving South Dakota today and had no idea! Day 9 – Leaving Custer State Park We hit snooze today … Continued
SUMMER ROAD TRIP, DAY 8 Today, we drive up the spectacular Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway, hike to a local swimming hole called Devil’s Tub, and take a detour to the highly revered Crow Peak Brewery. Spearfish Canyon is one of … Continued