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Falls Park with Kids: A Quick Stop in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
December 12, 2024
During our South Dakota road trip, we made a brief but unforgettable one-hour stop at Falls Park in Sioux Falls, a perfect destination for families traveling with kids. This beautiful park, centered around...
Old-fashioned bank building with a water tower nearby, set in a rustic, historical town. Red and green paint adorns the bank, with wooden structures surrounding the area.
Stepping Back in Time - 1880 Town With Kids: An Unforgettable Slice of the Old West
December 12, 2024
After an incredible visit to Badlands National Park, our South Dakota road trip continued with a stop at 1880 Town, located just off I-90 near Murdo, South Dakota. This charming Old West attraction was...
Two children walk through a rocky, arid landscape with rugged hills and a cloudy sky in the background. Badlands National Park
Exploring Badlands with Kids: A Quick but adventurous Visit
November 25, 2024
As part of our road trip across South Dakota, we ventured from Custer State Park to explore Badlands National Park with kids. The 1.5-hour drive east, with a pit stop at the famous Wall Drug, brought us...
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November 13, 2024
Perfect for Young Photographers We absolutely love our Camp Snap Photo camera, especially with our kids! Jamie and I are constantly documenting our travels, so it’s only natural that our kids have...
Two children interact with a large jackalope statue outside Wall Drug. One sits on the statue while the other stands beside it. Wall Drug with kids
What in the World is Wall Drug? A Must-See in South Dakota With Kids
November 11, 2024
Our family road trip through South Dakota with kids had been packed with unforgettable destinations. After exploring the rugged beauty of Custer State Park, we decided to make a stop at Wall Drug before...
A serene lake with large rock formations and trees on the shore, under a cloudy sky with a pink glow from the setting sun. Custer State Park with kids. Custer State Park with kids.
Custer State Park With Kids: 2 Day Family Adventure
September 18, 2024
Continuing Our South Dakota Road Trip: From Mount Rushmore to Custer State Park Our visit to Custer State Park with kids was a continuation of our summer South Dakota road trip, where we had already spent...
A person stands on a metal staircase against a heavily graffiti-covered brick wall, with dumpsters and cardboard boxes visible on the ground below. Free things to do in Rapid City with kids.
4 Free Things To Do in Rapid City With Kids
August 20, 2024
Welcome to Rapid City, South Dakota! If you’re searching for free things to do in Rapid City with kids, you’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up four fantastic and budget-friendly...
A brown bear cub is perched on the branches of a tree in an enclosed outdoor area, with a fence and greenery in the background. South Dakota with Kids, Bear Country USA.
Drive-Thru Family Adventure: Bear Country USA
August 17, 2024
Things to do in South Dakota with kids? You are in the right place. After our memorable visit to Mount Rushmore the night before, we were eager to explore more attractions near Rapid City, South Dakota....