Location: Hot Springs
Top Things to do in Hot Springs
7 Things to do Good for Kids in Hot Springs That You Shouldn't Miss
Hot Springs (Lakota: mni kȟáta; "hot water") is a city in and the county seat of Fall River County, South Dakota, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 3,711. In addition, neighboring Oglala Lakota County contracts the duties of Auditor, Treasurer and Register of Deeds to the Fall River County authority in Hot Springs.
Restaurants in Hot Springs
1. Sage Meadow Ranch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By CrookedCreekGR
We visited Sage Meadow Ranch with a group of 6 ladies. We were thoroughly impressed from start to finish. A little advice- make sure you follow the directions on the website as you will most likely NOT have cell service on the way there. The directions are great and there are some very helpful signs along the way. Upon arriving, we were amazed at how gorgeous the ranch was! The yard was immaculate with gorgeous flowers and western decorations. The horse corrals were the cleanest I have ever seen- not a single horse apple to be seen (or smelled!). The horses themselves were very clean also. They were all laid-back, easy going horses. We took the 2 hour ride, and it was beautiful with varying terrain. Holly and Dave make you feel like family! Thanks Holly and Dave, hope you have a wonderful summer!
2. Mammoth Site of Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,668 reviews
America's International Treasure. This National Natural Landmark is an internationally renowned indoor working paleontological site/museum. More than 60 mammoths have been unearthed, as well as over 85 other species of associated Ice Age fauna. Hands-on activities for children, an educational experience for the entire family. One of the top fossil interpretive sites in North America. Open year-round. Located in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
Reviewed By MNnola - Canby, United States
This museum came about by accident when a developer discovered a mammoth bone with his bulldozer! Thank goodness he recognized the treasure he had unearthed! This is the only accredited museum in the state and still a dig in progress with scientists on site. There is a guided tour that starts with a movie and then moves into an amazing space filled with bones. Our guide was very informative and encouraged questions. There was lots of time for photos and after the guided tour, visitors could roam stay to look more closely at the incredible bones and partial skeletons of the animals that perished in a sinkhole in the distant past. This was a very interesting and informative tour of a place I hope to visit again!
3. The Black Hills Wild Horse Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 336 reviews
Preserving the land to provide a haven of hope for America's unwanted wild horses since 1988. The Sanctuary is closed to the public and tours are no longer available.
Reviewed By drcreten
We travelled from the Albany/Saratoga Springs region of New York to go to this sanctuary. We have 16 horses on our property in New York including 4 mustangs. This establishment helps preserve the wild mustang herds that are being taken off their lands by the BLM and sold or held in pens. They have approximately 700 horses that get to run relatively free on thousands of acres of range and mountains on their sanctuary. We took the 3 hour private guided tour of the facility and had a blast. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly and informative answering any and all questions. She explained how the sanctuary was started, it's history and where many of the horses came from and how they are trying to preserve the horses heritage/lineages. The sanctuary also has a small gift shop that is well stocked for its size. All purchases go towards maintaining the land and horses so they can run free. I highly recommend taking one of the tours of this facility and making purchases at the gift shop to help them with their cause. The countryside is beautiful, and so are the horses- and very photogenic! Well worth the time and effort to get there.
4. Angostura Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By Jlesquiv - Oak Ridge, United States
We stayed here in our camper and it was beautiful! The bathrooms were nice and the showers were clean too! You can rent bikes and possibly boats and jet skis. It was beautiful and we wish we had booked more nights here! The cascade campground is really far down so if that’s where you’re staying don’t get worried when you don’t see it for a while.
5. Cascade Falls and Swimming Hole
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
It is a small cascade fed by natural spring water with a swimming hole at the base of it. There is a pavilion and parking area next to it.
Reviewed By aspoe093 - Pierre, United States
This was a great place to bring the family. Very easy to swim and they have a nice little area where kids can go if they don't feel comfortable in the bigger part. This place was a great little gem, it's free, there is a nice picnic area and it's just an overall fun place to swim.
6. Pioneer Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By jameshH3272AT - Denver, United States
We did this visit on a lark and not really knowing what we might find and found items we had to look up to discover them. As an old school it was laid out with classrooms showing different parts of Hot Springs and how it had grown from a location where the sick were treated to today where it is now noted for local health, art and sicence.
7. Evans Plunge Mineral Springs
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 435 reviews
The world's largest natural warm water indoor swimming pool. *NOT A HOT WATER SPRING* Evans Plunge Mineral Springs is consistently 87 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, the Lakota called it "Minnekahta" meaning "warm water." 5,000 gallons of water flow from the mineral springs every hour, completely refreshing the water in the pool numerous times every day. Evans Plunge Mineral Springs opened in 1890 and is the oldest attraction in the Black Hills. Currently owned & operated by the City of Hot Springs, Evans Plunge is proud to be open year round and offers both an indoor and an outdoor pool, plus a health club, which is included with admission!
Reviewed By F3209FKtonyb - Jacksonville, United States
A unique local experience. Truly refreshing swim. A huge pool with a variety of activities including lap swimming.
