Related Links

In order to assist you in planning for your vacation to the Black Hills, we have provided some links to other web sites that you may find helpful.

NOTE: These links are provided for informational purposes only. Rafter J Bar Ranch does not necessarily endorse the content provided on these links and is not responsible for their content.

Places to Visit

Mickelson Trail (http://www.mickelsontrail.com) Rafter J Bar Ranch is adjacent to 114-mile Mickelson Hiking and Biking Trail.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial (National Park Service) (http://www.nps.gov/moru/) Mount Rushmore National Memorial Homepage

Black Hills Badlands & Lakes Association (http://www.blackhillsbadlands.com) The Black Hills Badlands & Lakes Association web site contains a wealth of information for people wanting to visit the Black Hills and surrounding area.

Crazy Horse Memorial (http://www.crazyhorse.org) Crazy Horse Memorial, a tribute to Native Americans, is a spectacular monument in progress, just minutes away from Rafter J Bar Resort.

Custer State Park (http://www.custerstatepark.info/) Custer State Park in the Black Hills encompasses 73,000 acres of spectacular terrain and an abundance of wildlife. Within the park, you'll discover a world of adventure! Favorite outdoor activities include hiking 7,242-foot Harney Peak, mountain bike

Maps

South Dakota Maps (http://www.blackhillsbadlands.com/go.asp?ID=177) This link contains a list of maps of South Dakota and the Black Hills.

Vacation Information

South Dakota Events Calendar (http://www.blackhillsbadlands.com/go.asp?ID=75) Wondering what events are going on during your stay in the beautiful Black Hills? Click to see a list of upcoming events in the area.

South Dakota Maps (http://www.blackhillsbadlands.com/go.asp?ID=177) This link contains a list of maps of South Dakota and the Black Hills.

South Dakota Vacation Guide (http://www.blackhillsbadlands.com/go.asp?ID=203) The South Dakota Vacation Guide is a FREE, 228 page, full-color publication full of information about the Black Hills and surrounding areas. Click the link to order your FREE guide from Black Hills Badlands and Lakes Association.

Weather Information

Average Temperatures From The Weather Channel (http://www.weather.com/weather/climatology/57745) The Weather Channel web site maintains a list of average temperatures for our area. Wondering what clothes to wear camping? This page can help you decide.

Rapid City Weather from Weather Underground (http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=57701) Information about Rapid City weather, including forecast and current conditions.

The Weather Channel forecast for Hill City (http://www.weather.com/weather/local/57745) Forecast and current conditions for nearby Hill City.