Welcome to South Dakota

Fantastic Facts

• The capital of South Dakota is Pierre.

• The Missouri River, Black Hills and Great Plains can be found in South Dakota.

• Products from South Dakota include; geese, sheep, cattle, hay, oats, wool and gold.

• Farms and ranches cover more than 90% of South Dakota.

• Many dinosaur fossils (including tyrannosaurus rex) have been found in South Dakota.

• Besides the Mount Rushmore State, South Dakota is also known as the Coyote State, the Sunshine State, and the Blizzard State.

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Animal		Sights to See   Visit South Dakota HOME	Did you know? The largest working gold mine in the U.S. is in South Dakota. Click here to continue your trip!