Discover Authentic Native American Culture in South Dakota

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South Dakota, home to nine tribes of the Lakota, Dakota and Nakota, is full of rich Native American cultural experiences including the famous Crazy Horse Memorial and one of the nation’s oldest powwows. When visiting Native communities, you will experience genuine hospitality, discover authentic art, and hear about the fascinating history and unique culture of the people known by many as “Sioux.”

The Great American West is an awe-inspiring region of the USA including the beautiful states of Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wyoming.

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SOUTH DAKOTA

Crazy Horse Volksmarch CREDIT Crazy Horse Memorial

Visitors to western South Dakota can experience the Indian Museum of North America at Crazy Horse Memorial. Celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2023, the world’s largest in-progress mountain carving is a tribute to Lakota leader Crazy Horse and tells the story of the Lakota people. Artists, songwriters and dancers tell their stories and showcase their work at Crazy Horse Memorial throughout the year. Crazy Horse Memorial also offers a unique opportunity to hike to the arm of the carving during the biannual Volksmarch event.

MONTANA

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Under Canvas North Yellowstone – Paradise Valley opens in summer 2023. Situated alongside the Yellowstone River with easy access to fishing, boat tours and on-site dining. Upscale canvas tents with en-suite bathrooms, wood stoves and pristine riverfront access. 45-minute drive to the North Entrance of Yellowstone. Montana’s third Under Canvas property.

Opening in winter 2024/25: The One and Only Moonlight Basin coming to Big Sky is the first O&O in the U.S. It will include a lodge with 73 rooms and suites, 19 detached villas within the resort, a separate ski lodge and a chenot spa.

NORTH DAKOTA

International Peace Garden CREDIT North Dakota Tourism

International Peace Garden Conservatory opening Spring 2023. This expanded facility will feature an 18,000 square foot succulent garden that is open year-round on the border of North Dakota and Canada. The International Peace Garden has stood as a symbol of peace between the two nations for over 90 years.

WYOMING

Discover world-class riding.
Did you know that the Snowy Range near Laramie, WY, is home to over 200 miles of groomed trails and 120 miles of marked, ungroomed trails, allowing riders to explore forested glens, rolling meadows, and sweeping, stunning views of the peaks? Hop on a snowmobile, grab a friend, and grab a guide to explore all that the Snowy Range has to offer on a snowmobile. Or head to Carbon County which has some of the best snowmobiling offerings anywhere. Explore over 500 miles of groomed and ungroomed trails with terrain to please users with skill levels ranging from the novice to the expert. Snowmobiling occurs in primarily three recreational areas, each offering excellent trails and conditions.

IDAHO

Download a copy of the new Official Idaho Travel Guide. The 2023 guide combines in-depth stories, stunning imagery, maps and other resources spanning the Gem State’s outdoor activities, history, culture, food and beverage scene and more.

“Following the Footsteps of the Nimiipuu” (pg. 72) details the route of the Nez Perce Flight of 1877 through Idaho. It helps readers plan a road trip to these culturally significant sites and includes links to the Nez Perce creation story.