Hot Springs is your gateway to the Southern Black Hills. Begin with soothing mineral waters, sandstone architecture, and the world-renowned Mammoth Site. Then, set out to experience the region’s greatest landmarks from monumental sights of Mount Rushmore and the vision of Crazy Horse, to the underground wonder of Wind Cave and the untamed beauty of Custer State Park. In Hot Springs, adventure starts at your doorstep.
Welcome to the Southern Black Hills
Welcome to the Southern Black Hills
a crossroads of compelling culture, iconic attractions, and vibrant living history.
a crossroads of compelling culture, iconic attractions, and vibrant living history.
Discover Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa, a wellness destination in the Southern Black Hills. Relax in six outdoor mineral pools ranging from 80° to 105°, join a yoga class, indulge in massage and spa treatments, and savor locally inspired dining at the Dragonfly restaurant. It’s a place to restore, renew, and reconnect.
Stay. Soak. Enjoy
Discover Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa, a wellness destination in the Southern Black Hills. Relax in six outdoor mineral pools ranging from 80° to 105°, join a yoga class, indulge in massage and spa treatments, and savor locally inspired dining at the Dragonfly restaurant. It’s a place to restore, renew, and reconnect.
Stay. Soak. Enjoy.
Six hundred feet above his ancestral lands, a legendary icon stands tall. His name is Crazy Horse. Leader. Warrior. Enduring symbol of the Lakota way of life. This is his story – and the story of a monumental effort to preserve his legacy.
Six hundred feet above his ancestral lands, a legendary icon stands tall. His name is Crazy Horse. Leader. Warrior. Enduring symbol of the Lakota way of life. This is his story – and the story of a monumental effort to preserve his legacy.
The Mammoth Site offers a glimpse into ancient history. This active paleontological dig site features the largest concentration of mammoth remains in the world. Visitors can witness ongoing excavations and explore interactive exhibits to explore the Ice Age and animals that roamed the area.
The Mammoth Site offers a unique glimpse into ancient history. This active paleontological dig site features the largest concentration of mammoth remains in the world, with over 60 mammoths discovered so far. Visitors can witness ongoing excavations and explore interactive exhibits to learn about the Ice Age and the animals that roamed the area.
From sun-soaked lakes to natural springs, Hot Springs is surrounded by refreshing ways to dive into adventure. Whether you’re looking to paddle, fish, or soak, the Southern Black Hills has water recreation for everyone.
With 4,000 acres of clear water and sandy beaches, Angostura is a summer favorite for boating, fishing, and swimming under wide open skies.
A local gem with warm spring-fed pools and gentle waterfalls, perfect for wading and relaxing in nature.
A local gem with warm spring-fed pools and gentle waterfalls, perfect for wading and relaxing in nature.
Established in 1890 in Hot Springs, Evans Plunge is the oldest tourist attraction in the Black Hills. Fed by natural mineral waters at a constant 87°, Evans Plunge family water park has welcomed visitors for generations.
Established in 1890 in Hot Springs, Evans Plunge is the oldest tourist attraction in the Black Hills. Fed by natural mineral waters at a constant 87°, Evans Plunge family water park has welcomed visitors for generations.
Flowing through Hot Springs, this warm spring-fed river never freezes. Walk the paved trail along its banks or pause to enjoy its year-round beauty.
Fed by natural mineral waters at a constant 87°, Evans Plunge family water park has welcomed visitors for generations.
Its calm turquoise waters and scenic backdrop make it a local favorite for swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking.
A local favorite for swimming, paddleboarding, and kayaking. Its calm turquoise waters and scenic backdrop make it one of the area’s most beautiful hidden spots.
Angostura is a summer favorite for boating, fishing, and swimming with it's clear water and sandy beaches.
Sylvan Lake in Custer State Park, offers a serene setting for swimming, kayaking, and hiking. Encircled by towering granite formations, it boosts scenic hikes and serves as a gateway to Black Elk Peak and the Needles. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, Sylvan Lake is a must-visit destination.
Sylvan Lake is the "crown jewel" of Custer State Park, offering a serene setting for swimming, kayaking, and hiking. Encircled by towering granite formations, the lake features a scenic 1-mile Shore Trail and serves as a gateway to Black Elk Peak and the Needles. Whether you're seeking adventure or tranquility, Sylvan Lake is a must-visit destination.
Mount Rushmore is an American icon carved into the granite of the Black Hills. Featuring the faces of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln, it stands as a symbol of history, vision, and the spirit of the nation.
Experience awe-inspiring landscapes and ancient wonders deep inside the earth at one of America’s oldest national parks. Wind Cave National Park is one of the world's oldest and most complex caves, and the surrounding prairie grasslands and forested hillsides are home to bison, elk, coyotes, mountain lions and plenty of other wildlife. Wind Cave isn’t just a national park. It’s an opportunity to explore two worlds while reconnecting with yourself and nature.
Explore awe-inspiring landscapes and ancient wonders of America’s oldest national parks. Wind Cave is one of the world's oldest and most complex caves, and the prairie grasslands and forested hillsides are home to an abundance of wildlife.