South Dakota’s treasure is its fertile soil and developed agriculture. Not only that, but this state features quite a tourist-centered economy. And needless to say, this promises a smooth experience during your RV trip to South Dakota!

Where To Rent An RV In South Dakota?

If you want to rent an RV from a local dealer, then you will have the best chance in Rapid City in the state’s southwest and Sioux Pierre in the state’s southeast. There are also a number of points in the state’s capital Pierre, but since it’s not the largest city in the state, there are fewer rental locations in it.

You also have a couple of RV dealers in the state’s north, but much fewer than in the south.

As long as you are traveling through major urban areas, you shouldn’t have any issues with finding an RV dealer to rent an RV from. If you do face problems, consider renting an RV from local owners via RVshare or Outdoorsy.

RV Campgrounds & National Parks In South Dakota

South Dakota is famous for its agriculture-friendly Great Plains, as well as the vast expanses of flat land covered in steppes, prairies, and grasslands.

Among the best RV campgrounds and parks for the state’s exploration are:

• Hart Ranch Resort.
• Elkhorn Ridge RV Resort & Cabins.
• Heartland RV Park & Cabins.
• Fort Welikit Family Campground & RV Park.
• Echo Valley Park.
• Rapid City RV Park & Campground.
• Sleepy Hollow Campground & RV Park.
• Rush No More RV Resort.
• Sturgis RV Park.
• Whistler Gulch RV Park & Campground.

South Dakota is also home to six national parks. Among the more popular parks is Badlands National Park with opportunities for stargazing, cycling, and backcountry camping.

Popular Tourist Attractions In South Dakota

Mount Rushmore National Memorial is the most popular and the most famous tourist attraction in South Dakota. There is a 0.6-mile trail nearby allowing you to see the memorial up-close.

Consider a visit to the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs. Over 60 mammoths have been unearthed at this site, and you can still see partially covered bones in its grounds.

Events In South Dakota

One of the more remarkable events in South Dakota is the Fort Sisseton Historical Festival. At this event, you can observe demonstrations of gun drills, cavalry, infantry, and artillery, as well as watch melodramas and musical performances at Fort Sisseton State Park.

Another notable event is the Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo backed by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. This festival showcases ranch rodeo, horse sales, ranch horse competition, and free family entertainment.