South Dakota is a gorgeous vacation destination with glorious landscapes, wide open space and national parks. It is a perfect destination for anyone who loves great outdoors.

The Mt.Rushmore sculpture is remarkable. It is a 60 feet tall sculpture of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln, is one of the most instantly recognizable icons of United States. Mt. Rushmore is a perfect place for hiking and cycling with excellent climate.

The city of cluster is the oldest established town and the 'Mother city' of the Black Hills of South Dakota. The second largest city of South Dakota is Rapid City. It is known as Gateway to the Black Hills of South Dakota. Deadwood is one of the West's wildest Gold Rush towns. It is a historic town located in Black Hills of South Dakota is full of legendary fun. It is a great family vacation destination with historic museums. The main attraction of the city is the Mount Mariah cemetery. Hill City is the oldest exciting city in South Dakota. It is also known as 'Heart of the Hills'. South Dakota is home to largest naturally heated indoor swimming pool in the world, the Evans Plunge, heated from natural mineral spring is in Hot Spring. The city of Hot Spring is the warmest place of South Dakota. Lead is a good destination. Summers have numerous trails for hiking, mountain biking and horse back riding. Winter vacations are splendid with ski areas. The famous ski areas are Terry Peak and Deer Mountain. Spearfish is a city in Lawrence County. The major attraction is the Spearfish Creek. It is a fast moving Creek emerging from Spearfish Canyon at Spearfish. The city of Yankton is located on the Missouri River.

Pierre is the state capital. The South Dakota vacation doesn't end with this. The two famous National Parks Badlands National Park and Wind cave National Park attracts the visitors around the world.

The state provides rental homes for accommodating the tourist. The state has rental vehicles too. Rapid City regional airport plays a vital role in transportation. South Dakota has a continental climate. Summer is hot and ideal for spending time on beaches. Autumn offers fun family events and unique festivals celebrating natural bounty. It will be a mind glowing experience to have a vacation in 'Sun Shine State'.