- TripBuzz found 35 things to do with kids in or near Lead, South Dakota, including 29 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Deadwood, Spearfish, Belle Fourche and Sturgis.
- From Andy's Trail Rides to George S. Mickelson Trail, the Lead area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: History Museums, Bike Paths, Theaters and Visitor Centers.
- A short distance from the state of Wyoming and Black Hills, Lead is a popular tourist town. Along with outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, horseback riding and golfing, winter brings visitors to the area to ski on nearby Deer Mountain. An old mining town, there are also historical sites such as mining tours and museum visits for both residents and tourists to enjoy.
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Holy Smoke Resort Horse rides offer the closest trails to Mt Rushmore and Keystone. Rides are given by the most gentle horses for up to 1 hour and guests will see some of the most stunning scenery there is.
35.9 Miles
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Black Hills National Forest Hwy 385 South, Keystone, SD
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Peaceful and serene, Horse Thief Lake provides an ideal place to enjoy a scenic nature walk or invigorating hike. Other activities such as fly fishing and picnicking are also welcome at this park.
35.9 Miles
The 1880 Train is a steam-powered locomotive that offers two hour tours through the Black Hills region near Mount Rushmore. The tours are narrated by a guide, with a snack bar and stops along the trip.
36.0 Miles
The sculptor of Mount Rushmore, Gutzon Borglum, is the focus of the Gutzon Borglum Historical Center. Visitors learn about Borglum's life and work, including the painstaking process the artist underwent while designing and executing the Mount Rushmore design.
36.0 Miles
Keystone, South Dakota is home to the Mount Rushmore National Memorial, a national landmark whose fame is only surpassed by the Statue of Liberty. Mount Rushmore bears the carved likenesses of four Presidents: Washington, Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln.
36.0 Miles
Named after the sculptor of Mount Rushmore, Borglum Historical Center features a behind the scenes look at the effort, time, tools, and perseverance that went in to making one of the country's greatest wonders.
36.1 Miles
Keystone is home to the Presidential Wax Museum, an impressive institution featuring life-size sculptures of all United States Presidents. The museum also has a restaurant called the Executive Order Grill and a mini-golf course.
36.2 Miles
One of the most popular features of the Rushmore Tramway is the Presidents' Alpine Slide, a winding downhill path. Those with a need for speed can rocket down the Slide, but each cart also has a handbrake that allows for slower travel.
36.3 Miles
Winding through Custer, South Dakota, the Iron Mountain Road is a scenic marvel that must be seen to be believed. In clear weather, a drive along the Iron Mountain Road is filled with spectacular views that often include bison and other wildlife.
36.4 Miles
The Motion Unlimited Museum is an antique car museum that includes project cars, trucks, pick-up trucks, and restored vehicles. The museum sits in a 13,000-sqft building that includes gas pumps, pedal tractors, and signs.