Parks Near Rapid City, South Dakota
Gateway to the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, and Badlands - some of America's most iconic landscapes.
Popular Parks Near Rapid City
Badlands National Park
75 miles from Rapid City
4.8
National Park
Highlights:
- Dramatic formations
- Bison herds
- Night skies
Wind Cave National Park
60 miles from Rapid City
4.6
National Park
Highlights:
- Cave tours
- Bison prairie
- Boxwork formations
Custer State Park
35 miles from Rapid City
4.8
State Park
Highlights:
- Wildlife loop
- Needles Highway
- Bison herds
Popular Activities
- Cave tours
- Wildlife viewing
- Scenic drives
- Hiking
- Stargazing
Best Times to Visit
- Summer (June-August)
- Fall for fewer crowds
- Spring for baby bison
Driving Tips
- Mount Rushmore is 25 miles south
- Needles Highway has tight tunnels
- Crazy Horse Memorial nearby
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