Whether you’re passing through South Dakota to reach Glacier National Park or Yellowstone or simply looking for places to explore in the state, these South Dakota scenic drives will blow your mind!
Named one of the 10 Most Outstanding Byways in America. You’ll understand why once you start on the drive and see the spectacular vistas, hairpin turns along the mountains, and characteristic bridges that make up the drive!
The name of this route is self-explanatory—it's one of the best scenic drives in South Dakota to see amazing wildlife like bison, elk, pronghorn, and prairie dogs.
Sometimes described as having a “lunar” appearance, the park’s rocky formations and deep gullies put it in a league of its own in terms of natural beauty.
For 19 miles, US Highway 14A hugs the side of the Spearfish Canyon, which is known for its huge limestone cliffs and numerous waterfalls.
Over the course of the drive, you’ll probably have the chance to see all the characteristic prairie animals like bison, elk, prairie dogs, and pronghorn.
For much of the route, the road runs along the side of the Missouri River for some beautiful scenes of the riverbank and rolling hills in the distance.