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Sunday May 20, 2012
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Travel & Lodging Guide and Tourist Attractions Directory for North Dakota & South Dakota |
Lewis and Clark Riverboat
The Lewis and Clark Riverboat, located at the Historic Port of Bismarck, continues the proud tradition of the great river steamers that have traveled the Mighty Missouri River from St. Louis to the trading posts of the great northwest since the 1830's. And, now you too can travel the river of Lewis and Clark, Sakakawea, Custer and Sitting Bull in elegance and comfort on the last 150 passenger vessel on the upper Missouri.
http://www.lewisandclarkriverboat.com/
The Dakota Zoo
The Dakota Zoo began with the 67 acre Marc and Betty Christianson Farm located at what was then the north edge of Bismarck. Initially, the Christianson Farm operated as a kennel for the boarding of domesticated animals such as dogs, cats, horses and, at one point, was even used to raise mink for profit. However, over time, friends and neighbors who knew the Christianson family and knew of their love for animals began stopping at the farm to deliver stray and/or injured animals with the knowledge that they would receive the care they required.
http://www.dakotazoo.org/
Buffalo City Tourism Foundation
Don't forget your camera--with two lakes, 30 miles of hiking and biking trails, more than a dozen family-friendly attractions (most of them free), and festivals happening year-round, Jamestown is a treasure trove of memories-in-the-making for your family.
http://www.tourjamestown.com/
Fort Seward Wagon Train
Howdy! Since 1969, Fort Seward, Inc. holds an annual family oriented (bring the kids!) covered wagon train adventure, history talks, camping, nature lore, saddle horses permitted. The wagon train is usually held during the month of June and starts at Jamestown, North Dakota USA. We welcome families and individuals from all walks of life and it is not required to own or to ride a horse to participate. However, you should enjoy the outdoors and camping.
http://covered-wagon-train.com/
Railroad Museum of Minot, North Dakota
The Railroad Museum of Minot is a non-profit historical organization dedicated to the To Preserve, Share, Experience,
and Teach the history and future of the Region's Railroads. The Museum includes 8300 square feet of artifacts and displays dedicated to the railroads
that built North Dakota including the Great Northern, Soo Line, Northern Pacific, Burlington Northern, Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF), and the
Canadian Pacific. The museum also operates the Magic City Express, a 2/5 scale locomotive at Roosevelt Park in Minot, North Dakota. Our archive includes
many different artifacts that researchers can find useful for any project.
http://www.railroadmuseumofminot.org/
Roosevelt Park Zoo, Minot, ND
The mission of Roosevelt Park Zoo is to provide an enjoyable recreational and educational experience for the residents and visitors of our community and region. We strive to promote wildlife understanding and conservation through public education and maintenance of high quality exhibits for our living collection.
http://www.rpzoo.com/
Hello Valley - Valley City, ND
The Official City Tourism Website of Valley City, ND & the Sheyenne River Valley. The Valley City Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) was created in 1984 to encourage visitors to experience the Sheyenne River Valley and all it has to offer. The Sheyenne River Valley National Scenic Byway Committee – with more than 30 members from four communities, two county commissions and federal and state officials – promotes the natural beauty of the Sheyenne River Valley, encourages economic activity and improves visitor amenities in our byway communities.
http://www.hellovalley.com/
Dickinson CVB
The tourism organization of the year was awarded to the Dickinson Convention & Visitors Bureau. In its 25 years of existence, the Dickinson Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) has become a vital fabric of the community. With its innovative projects drawing people to southwest North Dakota, the Dickinson CVB is integral to the tourism and economic development activities of the region.
http://dickinsoncvb.com/
Aberdeen Convention & Visitor's Bureau
Aberdeen, South Dakota emerged with the coming of the railroads, flourished into a strong agricultural economy, and has diversified into a manufacturing and service center. A city of Midwestern hospitality mixed with metropolitan progressiveness, Aberdeen provides an exceptional quality of life - and its residents are willing to share!
http://www.visitaberdeensd.com/
The Brown County Fair
Brown County Fair, located in Aberdeen, South Dakota.
http://www.thebrowncountyfair.com/
Downtown Brookings
A lot of people love Downtown Brookings' vibrant atmosphere and are working to keep it that way.
http://www.downtownbrookings.com/
StoryBook Island
Storybook Island is a free attraction located in Rapid City, South Dakota. Come meet Humpty Dumpty, Pinnochio and other favorite childhood characters. Nursery rhymes and Fairytales come to life in animated and real life scenes.
http://www.storybookisland.org/
WaTiki Water Park
WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort in Rapid City, South Dakota. Experience the largest indoor water park resort in the Dakotas! WaTiki Indoor Waterpark Resort offers over 250 rooms and suites with many amenities.
http://www.watikiwaterpark.com/
Chapel In The Hills
Nestled at the foot of the Black Hills, on the western edge of Rapid City, SD, the Chapel in the Hills is a quiet retreat open to all visitors. As a special ministry of the South Dakota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), the chapel reaches out to vacationers and local residents alike, who look for a place to experience God's peace in their busy lives.
http://chapel-in-the-hills.org/
Black Hills Maze
Get lost in the Black Hills Maze on your next family vacation. It's a must stop for family fun and games. Enjoy the outdoor maze and other games for kids and adults.
http://blackhillsmaze.com/
Bear Country USA
Bear Country USA Drive Through Wildlife Park in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Bear Country USA is open May through late November. Peak season (Jun,Jul,Aug) hours are 8am to 6pm daily. Shoulder season (May,Sept,Oct,Nov) hours are 9am to 4pm. We are open every day of the week during the season but may close due to inclement weather in October and November.
http://www.bearcountryusa.com/
Black Hills Caverns
Black Hills Caverns were discovered in 1882 by gold seekers, but the Lakota Indians had found strength in the power of the calcite crystals centuries before. Come discover the wonder of the glittering underground world and see its many fantastic animal formations. Black Hills Caverns is a huge cave with a fantastic variety of formations: Logomites, Stalagmites, Stalactites, Helictites, Rare Frost Crystal, Flowstone, Dogtooth Spar Crystal, Boxwork, Cave Flower, Soda Straw Stalactites, Columns, Draperies, Popcorn Crystal, and Nailhead Spar Crystal.
http://www.blackhillscaverns.com/
Reptile Gardens
Reptile Gardens is a must-see family attraction no matter what your age. We have something for everyone, so bring your birthday parties, family reunions, boy or girl scout troops or any gathering for that matter - group rates are available! We maintain the finest collection of tropical plants and reptiles in the world. In fact, we have more species and subspecies of venomous reptiles than any other zoo or park anywhere!
http://www.reptilegardens.com/
Sitting Bull Crystal Caverns
Our visitor's center and cave entrance are located just off Highway 16 about 10 minutes south of Rapid City in Rockerville Gulch, a scenic canyon east of Rockerville ghost-town, a historic site from the gold mining days of the late 1800's.
http://sittingbullcrystalcave.com/
Cosmos Mystery Area
Have you ever experienced a place where the laws of nature seem to have gone completely berserk? Have you ever stood on the wall or felt an unexplainable force? Here at the Cosmos you can experience all of this and much, much more. Cosmos Mystery Area is a natural phenomena that is intriguing and mind boggling.
http://www.cosmosmysteryarea.com/
Ranch Amusement Park
One of the largest family fun parks in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The Park features a 3/4 mile go-cart track, slick track, rock climbing wall, bumper boats and two eighteen hole mini golf courses. Ranch Amusement Park is located south of Rapid City on US Highway 16.
http://ranchamusementpark.com/
Rushmore Waterslide Park
Welcome to Rushmore Waterslide Park! Perfectly situated on the road to Mount Rushmore, this 17 acre waterslide park is number one for fun in the Black Hills of South Dakota!
http://www.rushmorewaterslide.com/
Sertoma Butterfly House
The Sertoma Butterfly House is located in Sertoma Park in the southern part of Sioux Falls and is easily accessible from both I-90 and I-29. Other nearby attractions (within 1 mile) include the Outdoor Campus, the Empire and Empire East shopping malls as wells as many restaurants and motels.
http://www.sertomabutterflyhouse.org/
Great Plains Zoo
As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) the Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum of Natural History strives to fulfill four major objectives: Education, Conservation, Recreation and Discovery.
http://www.gpzoo.org/
Catfish Bay Waterski Park
Catfish Bay Water Ski Park is located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The Greatest Show on H2O is a water skiing comedy adventure for the whole family including acting, singing, dancing and amazing stunts. Catfish Bay has trained 20 skiers for professional shows around the world like Sea World and Cypress Gardens!
http://www.catfishbay.com/
Bramble Park Zoo
Bramble Park Zoo. Experience over 500 mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish and invertebrates representing 130 varieties from around the world and those native to South Dakota.
http://brambleparkzoo.com/
Dacotah Prairie Museum
When you step into the Dacotah Prairie Museum, you step back in time over 100 years ago to witness the people, progress and natural history that combined to propel the prairie region into existence.
http://www.dacotahprairiemuseum.com/
Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Between deep blue potholes of water and scattered pieces of wild prairie lies one of South Dakota's truest treasures, Sand Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Nestled in the northeast corner of the state, the refuge is a haven for wildlife and those who enjoy it. Birdwatchers, anglers, photographers, hunters, and nature lovers all find refuge at Sand Lake.
http://www.fws.gov/sandlake/
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