Top Things to do in The Black Hills
Top Hotels in The Black Hills
- 1. Bavarian Inn, Black Hills
- 2. Best Western Plus Rapid City Rushmore
- 3. K Bar S Lodge
- 4. Deadwood Gulch Resort, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
- 5. Best Western Golden Spike Inn & Suites
- 6. Comfort Suites Conference Center Rapid City
- 7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rapid City, SD
- 8. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rapid City
- 9. The Lodge at Deadwood
- 10. The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection
7 Water & Amusement Parks in The Black Hills That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in The Black Hills, United States including Storybook Island, Rush Mountain Adventure Park, Miner's Maze Human Maze Adventure, Roosevelt Swim Center, Rushmore Tramway Adventures, Spearfish Rec & Aquatics Center, WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort.
Restaurants in The Black Hills
1. Storybook Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 803 reviews
We are a non profit childrens park. 8 1/2 acres of outdoor fun! We have a train, carousel and Bippity Boppity Bounce, the cost is $2 per person for each of these. We have concessions on site as well as a gift shop. We are free admission in the summer, a $1 per person donation is recommended. We DO NOT allow outside food, drink or pets. We open for the summer season on Memorial Weekend and Close on Labor Day.
Reviewed By desiprincess
If you are ever in South Dakota, do not miss an opportunity to visit Storybook Island! Although this is not one of the commonly noted tourist attractions, it is one of the best things to do with children in the area. Storybook Island is a colorful, intricate, deeply detailed playground full of every fairy tale character you can imagine. Disney characters, Cat in the Hat, Sesame Street characters, Wizard of Oz, and more fill this space with wonder! A carousel, train ride, numerous slides, play houses, a tree house, and various vehicles including a boat, helicopter, and train are only some of the play structures on Storybook Island. Ice cream, slushies, and other quick, fun snacks are available for purchase. If you are in the process of planning your itinerary for a South Dakota trip with children, consider planning at least 3-4 hours here. You will be so glad you didn’t rush through this magnificent, magical park! There are many incredible things to do in South Dakota. Storybook Island is sadly missed by many tourists who prioritize other attractions. Take my advice- go to Storybook Island and enjoy a kids’ paradise!
2. Rush Mountain Adventure Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 680 reviews
At Rush Mountain Adventure Park, you will find fun on all levels! Rush Mountain is the home of famous Rushmore Cave. Come and explore the stalactite-filled caverns of this amazing natural wonder on a fun and educational cave tour. Spend the day enjoying great amusement rides. You can soar through the sky on the Soaring Eagle Zipline Ride or try your skill at the Gunslinger 7-D Interactive Ride. Feel the rush as speed down the hill on the area's only coaster, the Rushmore Mountain Coaster. Climb on the Wingwalker Challenge Course, or the Sky Tykes Challenge Course is perfect for the younger adventurer. You are sure to have a great time, full of affordable family fun. It's a total must-do attraction for anyone coming to the Black Hills. Cave and attractions are open daily May-October and weekends in March and April. Check website for hours and admission prices.
Reviewed By 345hansc
Beautifully preserved and maintained natural limestone cave deep in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Breath taking stalactites, stalagmites, columns, and caverns. Our tour guide was the young son of one of the owners of the cave and he was well versed on giving specific and accurate details on the history of the cave’s formation, discovery, and development. A definite stop when touring the beautiful South Dakota landscape besides Mount Rushmore.
3. Miner's Maze Human Maze Adventure
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Get Lost and have a great time doing it in this human maze adventure. Race against the clock in search of G-O-L-D and win a prize everytime. Also featuring Finder's Keepers Gemstone Panning.
4. Roosevelt Swim Center
5. Rushmore Tramway Adventures
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,341 reviews
Rushmore Tramway Adventures offers a little bit of something for everyone. From action-packed adventurers to enjoying the beautiful Black Hills with breath-taking views of Mount Rushmore National Memorial, people of all ages and abilities can find their inspiration. You just can't seem to go wrong with this family getaway during your summer vacation!
Reviewed By 330evanw
On our way through Keystone, we decided to stop at this local attraction, to try the aerial ropes course Although the tickets for the course are a quite pricey, I would say that if you going to spend at least 1.5 hours, you will be getting your money's worth. The ropes course includes around 6-8 routes of varying degrees of difficulty from quite easy to very challenging. The ropes course of almost entirley in the trees, meaning that while you are climbing around, you can take in the beauty of the Black Hills forests while you are at it.
6. Spearfish Rec & Aquatics Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
The Spearfish Rec & Aquatics Center is good for the whole family! Rec Center, Fitness Center, Group Fitness Classes, Cardio Room, Weight Room, Gymnasium, Outdoor Seasonal Water Park, Water Slides, Concessions, After School Activities, and much more. We are open year round as the perfect place to get in shape, stay in shape, play, and soak up the sun.
7. WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 521 reviews
Grab your friends and family and come "slide in" to WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort! Guests and visitors are invited to enjoy over 30,000 square feet of pools and water-slides. The waterpark is open year-round and is conveniently located right off I-90 on Elk Vale Road at Exit 61. WaTiki is connected to Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, La Quinta Inn & Suites, Residence Inn by Marriott, and Home 2 Suites by Hilton which means we can accommodate every one in your pool party! We got a huge arcade, Starbucks, Sliders Bar and Grill, and Perkin's Restaurant all connected indoors to our waterpark! See you guys soon!
Reviewed By mkdenver1 - Westminster, United States
My wife, 3 boys, and I recently enjoyed an afternoon at Watiki Water Park. We were greatly impressed! I never expected a place like this to be in a place like Rapid City! We stayed at Residence Inn and all hotel guests do get discounted admission to the water park and free use of the hot tub anytime within hours. My boys had an absolute blast. They loved the 3 big water slides the best and even my 3 year old liked those better than the kiddie ones in the kiddie area. They especially liked the water basketball court. Adults can really enjoy this place with the large water slides and also adult beverages are allowed in the hot tub and the main seating area. So you don't have to go far to enjoy the slides and also food and drinks. I didn't interact with any staff personally. But it seemed everyone is well trained and very much enjoy what they do. If you're in Rapid City or the Black Hills and have kids, I highly recommend Watiki. We had a great time and really nothing to give any demerits about!
