undefined Itinerary

Start the day with a visit to the Mammoth Site in Hot Springs to see the largest concentration of mammoth remains in the world. Then, take a scenic drive through the Black Hills National Forest towards Custer State Park.

Stop at Mount Rushmore National Memorial to see the iconic presidential sculptures and take a tour of the park. Grab lunch at the Black Hills Burger and Bun Co. before heading east on Highway 44 towards Rapid City.

Check into an affordable hotel in Rapid City, such as the Quality Inn or the Days Inn. Make sure to grab dinner at Tally's Silver Spoon for classic American diner fare.

Head north on Highway 79 towards Belle Fourche, SD to see the geographic center of the United States. Then, continue east on Highway 212 towards Gettysburg, SD to see the Battle of Gettysburg and the Civil War Museum.

Continue on Highway 212 towards Faulkton, SD and stop at the World's Largest Pheasant statue for a photo opportunity. Grab lunch at the local favorite, The Lantern Inn, before continuing east on Highway 212 towards Aberdeen.

Check into an affordable hotel in Aberdeen, such as the Super 8 or the AmericInn. Grab dinner at Mavericks Steak and Cocktails for great food at affordable prices.

Drive east on Highway 12 towards Groton, SD and stop at Storybook Land to see the fairy tale characters and take a train ride. Then, continue east on Highway 12 towards Webster, SD to visit the Pickerel Lake Recreation Area.

Continue on Highway 12 towards Ipswich, SD and stop at the Edmunds County Museum to learn about the history of the area. Grab lunch at the local favorite, The Tower Cafe, before continuing east on Highway 12 towards Aberdeen.

Check into an affordable hotel in Aberdeen, such as the Super 8 or the AmericInn. Grab dinner at Mavericks Steak and Cocktails for great food at affordable prices.

Drive south on Highway 281 towards Huron, SD and visit the South Dakota State Fairgrounds. Then, continue south on Highway 37 towards Mitchell, SD to see the Corn Palace, a building decorated with corn murals.

Continue on I-90 towards Sioux Falls, SD and visit Falls Park to see the waterfalls and the historic buildings. Grab lunch at the local favorite, Josiah's Coffeehouse and Cafe, before heading east on Highway 42 towards Yankton.

Check into the Lewis and Clark Resort in Yankton and enjoy the lakefront views. For dinner, grab a bite at JoDean's Steakhouse and Lounge for delicious steak and seafood.