South Dakota Fall Foliage Destinations That Deserve a Weekend Road Trip

Ask several people in South Dakota what their favorite season is and fall will usually be the most popular response. The chill in the air, the carnival of colors, the brilliant crimsons and oranges splashing the canvas of the Rushmore State make for a perfect getaway with the camera.

Where can we best see the landscapes alive with color in South Dakota?

This time of year our thoughts often turn to planning that perfect getaway to enjoy the warmer weather and extended daylight.

For a lot of us in South Dakota, that means a trek to the Black Hills and all of the things they have to offer.

But vacationing in western South Dakota is hardly a new concept. People from all over the globe have been coming to the area for decades.

When you're looking for some of the biggest ones of these on the planet, look no further than South Dakota.

You'll find them right under your nose.

Statista has compiled a list of the longest caves in the world and two of the top six are just 30 miles apart in the Black Hills.