Sunday, February 28, 2010

10 Things to Love about South Dakota

Its no surprise that I hate winter in South Dakota and I do find myself complaining about it. A lot. But I have to remind myself that there really is a lot to love about this state too. Here is my top 10 list, in no particular order:

1. Mt Rushmore. It really is an impressive masterpiece.

2. Crazy Horse. Will be avery impressive masterpiece once it's finished but is also very cool to see while in the process of being completed.

3. The Badlands. Awe inspiring and breathtakingly beautiful. God did good when he made them.

4. Spearfish Canyon. It's like another world all of its own nestled within the Black Hills. Hiking to the various waterfalls is quite enjoyable.

5. Custer State Park. The Cathedral Spires, Needles, Scenic Needles highway and, of course, the free roaming buffalo are spectacular.

6. Harney Peak. You feel on top of the world. Or at least on top of the Black Hills.

7. The Corn Palace. Come on, it's made of CORN. 12 different colors!

8. Wind Cave National Park. One of the oldest National Parks and largest natural caves.

9. The Black Hills. (In general). There is a beautiful scenic drive along interstate 385 from Custer all the way to Spearfish that is winding roads, gorgeous lakes and rich evergreen trees. And they're almost majestic looking from the foothills in Rapid City.

10. Wall Drug. Need I say more?

1 comment:

Stephanie said...

THAT'S the spirit :) glad you do see the silver lining on top of all that snow!