Hidden in the northern parts of the Black Hills, is the charming town of Lead. This historic gold-mining town is hidden away from the rest of the world, making it a great spot to get away from everything. Lead has a humid continental climate with warm summers and extremely cold winters with lots of snow and rainfall. This scenic destination is perfect spot for you to begin your adventures!
To start with your visit, you should get to know the city first! To start with, you can check out the Homestake Visitor Center and the Black Hills Mining Museum. Here you can learn about the founding of the town or of the popular attractions: Homestake Mine and Sanford Labs! After you finish with viewing all the educational displays: you can grab your driver and try teeing off into the Open Cut! After learning about the city’s history, you should check out the Adams Museum and House. This Victorian Mansion tells the story of two 19th century families and their lifestyles that did not conform to usual lifestyles associated with American West. The final museum you’ll have to visit is the Days of ‘76 Museum, where you’ll find Old West and Native American artifacts, including over 60 historic horse-drawn carriages with the original Deadwood Stage.
If you’re interested in the arts, then you will have to find time to attend the Historic Homestake Opera House. This 100-year old theater offers everything from concerts, to movies, to private group tours. For local paintings, you can come to the Lead-Deadwood Arts Center! This art promotes both local arts and artists and classic arts. If you desire to see monuments, then you should check out Crazy Horse Memorial. This memorial is meant to honor the culture and heritage of the Native Americans. The final memorial that you should check out is the legendary Mount Rushmore. Here you can see some of the best leaders in American History engraved on the side of a mountain in a way that the pictures can’t do it justice!
If you would rather get out into nature, then you should explore the George S. Mickelson Trail. This 109 mile-long trail is the perfect spot to go snowshoeing, hiking, four wheeling, snowmobiling, or whatever you desire depending on when you decide to go visit! There’s also the Spearfish Canyon, a National Scenic Byway, that offers hiking, biking, birdwatching, snowshoeing, and three waterfalls. Both trails offer views that you will never forget!