Rapid City / Western South Dakota

 

Named after Rapid Creek, which flows through the city, Rapid City is the second largest city in South Dakota. It is located on the eastern slope of the Black Hills Mountain. It is popularly known as the Gateway to The Black Hills, or the City of The Presidents due to the 4-sculptures curved on the Black Mountains of 4 presidents of the United States. Rapid City is a place of numerous tourist attractions and historic sites. The landscape is breath taking, and is one of the few cities in the United State, which offers a wildlife safari experience. You might want to drive your RV rental to Rapid City, SD and enjoy its natural wonders and attractions. The numerous attractions that surround Rapid City is part of the western region of South Dakota which is known for its majestic mountains, breathtaking landscapes, roaring rivers, and so much more. The views are so fantastic that cruising in your RV rental in West, South Dakota will open your eyes to the enthralling beauty of the region.
 
Due to the many tourist attractions it offers, there are many campgrounds in this region, and most of them have structures in place to accommodate a camper rental in Rapid City, SD or an RV rent in West, South Dakota.

We hope you enjoy your RV rental Rapid City SD!
 

Popular Tourist Attractions

 

Badlands National Park

This is a National Park located in southwestern South Dakota, It was a hunting haven for the Native Americans, and contains an endangered species known as the Black-footed ferret. The Oglala Lakota tribe used this as their main hunting ground, and also used the area’s highest point to spot any oncoming enemy. They regarded this as their territory and were always ready to safeguard it at whatever cost. The park is also known for the Ghost Dances the Indians performed, with the belief that they would become immune to the White man`s bullets. It is also the place where a massacre erupted between the Native Indians and the US military in the late 18^th century, which resulted in the death of 300 natives and 30 US Army officers. Badlands National Park is open to the public, and has two campgrounds for guests who are traveling in their RV rentals in West, South Dakota.

The Journey Museum and Gardens

This museum occupies 7-acres, and provides information on the history of the Black Hills region, in documents and live exhibits. It has a huge collection of archeological material dating as far back as 2.5 billion years. If you want an in-depth look at the history, culture and traditions of the Native Americans, this is the place to be. It also has detailed information about early White explorers of America, their journey and how they finally settled in the region. The war between the Native Americans and the State are also documented in words and pictures. The museum contains exhibits in the following fields:
 
Geology - hosts a 2.5 billion year old rock from the Black hills region
Archeology - archeological artifacts from the South Dakota region
 
The Journey Museum has so much to offer, and is open to the public with both adult and kid`s libraries. The museum also offers educational programs. You can visit the museum in your motorhome rental in Rapid City, South Dakota.

Chapel in the Hills

Located in Rapid City, this church was dedicated in 1969, and is an exact replica of the Borgund stavkirke, a Norwegian church that was built in 1150. Blueprints for building the church were provided by the Norwegian Department of Antiquities. The architectural design of this church is simply breathtaking, and it is open for public tours at designated hours if you visit in your RV rental Rapid City South Dakota.
 

Campgrounds for an RV Rental in Rapid City, South Dakota

 

Rapid City KOA

Ideal for Rapid City camper rentals, the Rapid City KOA is easily accessible from the interstate highway, and is the perfect camping location if you are interested in exploring the Black Hills Mountain. If you are worried about shopping and supplies, you need not worry because the Rushmore Mall is located nearby. It is also a great option for an RVer who is travelling in an RV rental to West, SD.

Additional Amenities:

50 Amp RV sites
Spacious Pull-thru sites
Free WIFI
Shaded picnic tables
 
The camp also offers guided sightseeing tours by professionals who know the region inside out. Other nearby attractions include, Journey Museum and the Reptile Gardens, both are great to visit in your camper rental Rapid City SD.

Happy Holiday Resort

Happy Holiday Resort is conveniently located between Rapid City and Mount Rushmore. It is also a good location if you want to explore the Black Hills with your travel trailer rental Rapid City SD. The Resort is a full-service RV park, which offers all the facilities required for a comfortable RV experience in a camper rental in Rapid City, South Dakota. Guided tours are also offered to nearby attractions such as: mount Rushmore, Devil`s Tower and Jewel Cave.

Additional Amenities:

Free WIFI
Golfing
Fishing
Hiking and biking

Teepee Campground & RV Park

This campground is easily accessible from interstate highway 90 and it offers cool grassy sites and a great view of the Black Hills Mountain, best suited for Rapid City, SD campervan rentals.

Additional Amenities:

Free WIFI
30 and 50 Amp
Cable TV
Spacious Pull Through sites
Showers

Lake Park Campground & Cottages

Located in Rapid City, Lake Park campground & Cottages is a great campground if you are looking for a quiet RV experience. This camp is located near all the major attractions in Rapid City, namely, Mt Rushmore, Custer State Park, Deadwood and Crazy Horse Monument. The RV sites in this campground are spacious and offer maximum privacy for your motorhome rental Rapid City SD. The safety and security of your possessions is also guaranteed when you stay here in one of the many available Rapid City SD campervan rentals.
 

Events

 

Festivals

 

Rapid City, South Dakota Black Hills Beer Festival

This event is held annually in January, and is currently in its 57^th year. The festival offers over 100 craft beers for sampling. Guests are also able to enjoy live music and other fun outdoor activities. This event pulls huge crowds due to the fun involved, but you must be 21 and above to attend.

Black Hills Dance Festival

This is an annual event held in Rapid City and is currently in its 19^th year. It is a 3-day event that offers dance workshops, professional dance performances, and social dancing. Most of the dances lean towards Ballroom/Country/Latin styles of dancing.

Pumpkin Festival

This festival is held in Downtown Rapid City, and offers a pumpkin catapult, giant pumpkin weigh-off, cooking competition and a kid`s zone. The kid`s zone provides fun activities for kids such as pony rides and balloon characters. The festival also invites numerous vendors. There are usually lots of prices on offer for winners on the various categories in contest.
 
Rapid City is the ultimate tourist location if you are looking for wild fun, an opportunity to dig into the history of the country, or a relaxing RV vacation in one of the campgrounds. This is truly a hidden gem of a vacation location! Rent an RV to Rapid City, SD and enjoy an exhilarating vacation!
 
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