Dakota: Black Hills Tour Guide 1.1

This self-guided driving tour offers a comprehensive overview of some of South Dakota’s most iconic landscapes and historical sites, including the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore, Devils Tower, and Badlands National Park. The route provides travelers with opportunities to observe diverse natural scenery—from the rugged rock formations of the Badlands to the forested peaks and canyons of the Black Hills—and to explore significant geological features such as Devils Tower, along with the renowned Mount Rushmore monument.

Participants will experience the scenic beauty of Needles Highway, characterized by its granite spires and narrow tunnels, and have the chance to observe local wildlife, including buffalo in Custer State Park and the famous ‘begging burros’. The route also includes a drive through Spearfish Canyon, highlighting waterfalls and limestone cliffs, as well as Iron Mountain Road’s iconic pigtail bridges and stone tunnels en route to Mount Rushmore.

This area has deep historical roots, once attracting gold prospectors and frontier settlers such as Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane, contributing to its legendary status in American history.

The app enhances the experience by providing engaging narratives delivered by a lively narrator through automatic audio, allowing for an informative and immersive exploration from your device.

Tour highlights encompass a diverse array of sites:

• Badlands Wall
• Bridal Veil Falls
• Crazy Horse Memorial
• Custer State Park
• Custer Wildlife Loop Road
• Deadwood
• Devils Tower
• Door Trail
• Fossil Trail
• Homestake Mine
• Iron Mountain Road
• Keystone
• Minuteman Missile Historic Site
• Mount Rushmore
• Needles Highway
• Pigtails and Tunnels
• Prairie Dog Town
• Rapid City
• Roughlock Falls
• Sylvan Lake
• Spearfish Canyon
• Wind Cave and Jewel Cave
• Yellow Mounds Overlook
• The Battle for the Black Hills
• Custer's Last Stand
• Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane

Operation details include automatic audio playback corresponding to your location. Simply initiate the tour at its starting point and follow the recommended route; stories will begin automatically as you approach each site.

Key features of the tour include:

• Complete freedom of travel: No fixed schedule, crowded groups, or rushing past points of interest. You can skip, linger, or photograph at your own pace.
• Automatic audio playback: Guided narratives play seamlessly along your route without manual intervention.
• No internet connection required after download—use offline anywhere.
• Lifetime access with no subscriptions or usage limits: Revisit the tour as often as you wish.
• Expertly crafted stories: Gain insights into the history, culture, and geology of each site through professional narration and well-researched content.
• Award-winning application: Recognized by Thrillist and WBZ, this user-friendly app has received the prestigious Laurel Award for Technology from Newport Mansions, trusted for over a million tours annually.

Nearby tour options include a visit to Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota, offering an immersive experience of wilderness that shaped the conservationist’s legacy.

A free demo is available to preview the tour’s features—consider trying it out before purchasing for full access to all stories.

Please note: Download the tour in advance via WiFi or mobile data for offline use. Ensure your device remains charged or bring an external battery pack to maintain GPS functionality throughout your exploration. Allow location services for seamless automatic story playback during your journey.