Do you ever feel like you need to be in more than one place at a time but have yet to figure out how to accomplish such a task? Come to find out, it IS possible to be in more than one place than once, thanks to the unique Tri-State Monument in Valley Springs:

Located at the corner of the South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa borders, the Tri-State Monument is a weathered marker that is situated just off of 268th Street.
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While the exact intersection of states is technically located on the road, the Tri-State Monument can be found just off the street, making for a safer spot to stop and take pictures. 
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Why isn't the marker in the exact spot? In addition to the safety aspect, the original Tri-State Monument was the victim of several car accidents, as it was located in the middle of the road and seemed to take many drivers by surprise. 
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In place of the Monument itself, the exact, middle-of-the-road spot is now marked with a small hole that commemorates where the shrine once stood. 
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When you visit the Tri-State Monument, be sure also to take some time to visit charming Valley Springs: the "Front Door to South Dakota" that is also home to delicious restaurants, unique shops, and incredibly friendly residents. 
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Can't make it to the eastern border anytime soon? No problem, as South Dakota is home to a few other notable tri-points, including ones with Montana and North Dakota, Montana and Wyoming, Wyoming and Nebraska, Nebraska and Iowa, and North Dakota and Minnesota. 
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To learn more about the Tri-State Monument and things to do in Valley Springs, South Dakota, please visit the City of Valley Springs' website.
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Are you looking for even more Only in South Dakota fun? Be sure to check out The Ultimate And Definitive Bucket List For Everyone In South Dakota.

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