MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - From roaring motorcycles to thundering buffalo, South Dakota is full of unforgettable experiences. Each August, hundreds of thousands of riders head to Sturgis for the world’s ...

The Chalet Meyer in Lead, South Dakota, feels like a scene out of the Austrian Alps. Grab your skis and walk to the slopes!

(SOUTH DAKOKTA NEWS WATCH) - Some members of the state’s tribal nations are beginning to slowly embrace visitors, as the South Dakota Native Tourism Alliance (SDNTA) works with tribal leaders and ...

This story is reported by South Dakota News Watch, a non-profit news organization. Find more in-depth reporting at www.sdnewswatch.org. RAPID CITY, S.D. – The owners of the Fort Hays Old West Town, a ...

Lead and Wessington Springs will be the first participants in a new program designed to increase tourism in the state's rural communities, Travel South Dakota announced Sept. 16. “Developing and ...

PIERRE, S.D. – Travel South Dakota’s popular Passport Program continues to inspire exploration across the state, driving record engagement during its Double Points Week, coinciding with Forever 605 ...

Last year, tourists spent over $5 billion in South Dakota — a record for the state. However, this year concerns are growing that tourism will drop off due to economic uncertainty, inflation and ...

Nearly 15 million people visited South Dakota in 2025 – and during their visits, they spent almost $5.2 billion.