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Things to do in Wind Cave: 1 local trip idea

A ready-made adventure day trip in Wind Cave, South Dakota, with 5 stops in order.

Adventure trip

Subterranean Secrets & Prairie

5 stops · about 8 hr of stops · ~$72 per person

An action-packed day exploring the rugged prairies and deep cavern chambers of Wind Cave National Park, bracketed by delicious homestyle meals in nearby Hot Springs.

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    Wandering Bison Coffee

    101 N Chicago St, Hot Springs, SD 57747, USA
    Wandering Bison Coffee, Wind Cave

    Fuel up on locally roasted coffee, a breakfast burrito, or a fresh jalapeno biscuit.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center

    Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center, 26611 US-385, Hot Springs, SD 57747, USA
    Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center, Wind Cave

    Book the active Natural Entrance Tour to descend 300 stairs and see the famous boxwork formations.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$17 per person · Directions
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    Springs Lodge & Cafe (Cafe)

    602 Sulphur Springs St, Hot Springs, SD 57747, USA
    Springs Lodge & Cafe (Cafe), Wind Cave

    Enjoy a casual, sit-down lunch featuring fresh paninis, salads, and specialty espresso.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Lookout Point Trail

    Custer, SD 57730, USA
    Lookout Point Trail, Wind Cave

    Hike the 5-mile Lookout Point Loop to spot roaming bison herds across the open prairie.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · Free · Directions
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    309 General Restaurant & Bar

    309 N River St, Hot Springs, SD 57747, USA
    309 General Restaurant & Bar, Wind Cave

    Wind down with hearty burgers, craft beers, and delicious truffle parmesan fries.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$25 per person · Directions

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