Sturgis
Motorcycle heritage, with Bear Butte on the horizon
Sturgis is a quick run down the hill from Deadwood. Its motorcycle museum pays tribute to the history of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, and Bear Butte, a sacred site to many American Indian tribes, rises a few miles to the northeast. Drive time and distance are routing estimates from OSRM; allow extra for season, traffic and road work.
Highlights
- Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame: Vintage motorcycles, racing history and a hall of fame at 999 Main Street.
- Bear Butte State Park: Called Mato Paha by the Lakota and Noahvose by the Cheyenne, about 6 miles northeast of Sturgis. A 1.85-mile summit trail climbs it; pets aren't allowed on it, and visitors are asked to respect ceremonies in progress. The park lists a daily fee of $10 for residents and $15 for nonresidents.
Stops along the way
- Sturgis Motorcycle Museum: 999 Main Street in Sturgis.
- Bear Butte State Park: An optional extension about 6 miles northeast of Sturgis off SD 79.