The 9 Most Incredible Natural Attractions In South Dakota That Everyone Should Visit
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Catherine Armstrong
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South Dakota is just full of natural wonders and delights – you could easily spend years discovering all this beautiful state has to offer. Here are nine of our favorite natural attractions. Click on the links in each description for more information and photos about each gorgeous place.
The Cathedral Spires at Custer State Park are the most interesting, majestic rock formations you'll see in South Dakota. Get some great views of these stunning beauties along the Needles Highway.
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Another of Custer State Park's stunning natural attractions, Sylvan Lake has a lot to offer. From its interesting rock formations, to its clear, blue waters full of fish, you'll want to plan a weekend stay here.
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This pretty place in Garretson is a quiet oasis...and it's even home to a unique legend. Some say that Jesse James once jumped a horse over this gulch to evade a posse of lawmen.
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Did you know that South Dakota is one of the largest producers of sunflowers in the country? Drive along I-90 in the late summer, and you'll see millions of these pretty, yellow blooms.
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Bear Butte is the crown jewel of the prairie. You'll find it near Sturgis, and it towers an impressive 1,253 feet tall. Not only is it a beautiful natural place, but it also has a rich, sacred Native American history.
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Roughlock Falls, in the Black Hills, is a beautiful waterfall that you can access by hiking just a short, two-mile trail. You'll definitely want to bring your camera for this one!
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Pactola Lake is well-known for its pretty beaches and cliff diving opportunities, but you'll also enjoy hiking, fishing and camping here.
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Spearfish Canyon is surely one of South Dakota's most beautiful spots. The scenery here is spectacular, and you'll find plenty of natural wonders all throughout this place.
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You'll find Cascade Falls in Hot Springs. With its clean spring water, it's been a popular swimming hole for more than a century. Jump right in! The water maintains a temperature of about 65 degrees, so it's just right for cooling off on a hot, summer day.
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Which natural attraction in South Dakota is your favorite? Tell us in the comments!
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