Hayward Valley House

08/08/2026

A change in the schedule has left us with an unexpected opening the week of August 23rd! A great escape for someone not bound by the start of school. Everything is open, but quieting down. And the price is an unbelievable value!

27/07/2026

Be cautious if traveling in the area of Custer State park!

13/07/2026

It’s so hot the roads are melting 🫠. Be careful if using this stretch of road.

Due to extreme heat, the oil blotter on U.S. Highway 385 between Pactola Lake and Sheridan Lake is softening.

The road will remain open. Sand will be placed on the surface to prevent oil from sticking to tires.

Motorcycles should use extreme caution.

Find additional project information including maps, timelines, and construction updates on the website at https://www.US-385.com.

For the latest on road and weather conditions, road closures, construction work zones, commercial vehicle restrictions, and traffic incidents, please visit https://sd511.org or dial 511.

12/07/2026

If you know someone looking for a place to stay during the Sturgis rally, we still have some availability! A scenic hour ride away, just off Highway 40, with plenty of vehicle/ trailer parking in front and rear of house.

20/06/2026

Still looking for a refreshing getaway before school starts or want to experience the Fall Foliage? We still have some dates available! Just a half mile to Rush Mountain Adventure Park and 4 breathtaking miles to Keystone.

14/06/2026

Visit for the beauty of the park and its inhabitants. Stay longer for the donkey shenanigans! 🤣

27/05/2026

🎉 Today is the day! 🎉
Our summer hours begin today, and we’re excited to welcome you for a full day of programming at the Memorial.
🌞 New Building Hours:
Visitor Center and Information Center 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
🌄 Daily Programming:
• Indigenous Hoop Dancing begins every day at 9:00 AM on the Grand View Terrace
• Sculptor’s Studio is now open 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Heritage Village is open daily Tuesday-Thursday
🌙 Evening Program & Lighting Ceremony - Begins at 9:00 PM nightly:
Join us tonight for the season’s first evening lighting ceremony, which includes:
• A short welcome and introduction
• The premiere of our new 20‑minute film, “Voices of America”
• A tribute honoring our veterans while the American flag is retired for the evening

Come be part of this special opening night and experience the Memorial in a whole new light.



NPS Photo/ A. Rimstidt

11/05/2026

Exploring works up an appetite… good thing Keystone delivers on flavor! 😋
Visit experiencekeystonesd.com to see all of our good eats 🍔

21/04/2026