Our guide to the best road trips from Chicago, including several you haven’t considered before.
South Dakota
U.S. Route 20 Road Trip: Your Guide for Driving the Longest Road in America!
U.S. Route 20 is the longest road in America. Perfect for a summer road trip!
Visiting the Begging Burros and Bison in South Dakota’s Custer State Park
Custer State Park in South Dakota is a great place to see bison and feed the “begging burros.”
Where The Heck Is Wall Drug, And Is The Famous South Dakota Tourist Attraction Worth Visiting?
Is Wall Drug worth visiting? It’s supposedly the world’s largest drug store, but it’s more hype than substance.
The Obligatory Trip to Mt. Rushmore: National Treasure or Tourist Trap?
National treasure or tourist trap? Mount Rushmore is probably both.
Stalking Bighorn Sheep in Badlands National Park (and Prairie Dogs Too!)
When I went to the Badlands of South Dakota, I was determined to see bighorn sheep.
Crazy Horse: The Monument That May Never Be Finished
The Crazy Horse Memorial in South Dakota is a giant, in-progress monument to a Native American hero.