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Family Vacations to the Black Hills

By Rich Herman

Nestled between Rapid City and the western border of South Dakota, the Black Hills are an island of beautiful mountains and trees that rise up among prairies and rolling hills. This area first came to life around the 1870's when early-day prospectors discovered gold while panning in nearby streams.

The Black Hills offers something for literally everyone. There are probably well over one hundred attractions in the vicinity of the Black Hills. Choose from hiking, fishing, horseback riding, mine tours, panning for gold, rock hunting, exploring caves, scenic drives, beautiful parks, national monuments, and much more.<<more>>