Rapid City, Sturgis, Deadwood, Pactola Lake and Mt. Rushmore

Went to a Black Hills Gold Factory then had lunch at Que Pasa in Rapid City.

Next we went to Sturgis , even this time of year there are lots of motorcycles.

I loved the architecture of the downtown Deadwood. It was also where Wild Bill Hickock was killed. Now, if I were considering having a gunfight I think I’d call out the two guys carrying the pretty puppy dogs 🐕.

Pactola was a beautiful lake. The girls walked down the trail to the water. ( Cameo and Azie included)

Mt. Rushmore was an overwhelming surprise. Reading about the purpose/ vision , the dangerous work, and just the enormity of the project really brought the monument into perspective. Do you see the photo-bomber??? Continue reading “Rapid City, Sturgis, Deadwood, Pactola Lake and Mt. Rushmore”

Drove 7 1/2 hours today. Went by the world’s largest ball of twine in Cawker City, Nebraska. Google map save … Continue reading