We have been to the location in Arizona that is similar to this, and we were staying in a…read morecampground about 3 miles away, so we thought we would stop in here on our way to see Mount Rushmore and other tourist attractions It cost $44 for entrance, that includes a senior discount. You have a loop that you drive and you stay in your car to see the animals and then you park go through a visitor center and have a separate area where you could walk around and see other animals, such as the younger bears. You are definitely up close in Personal with these animals, they have a ton of bears, and they are all over the place, crossing the road, walking by your car. Everyone was super respectful, stayed in their vehicles. The bears did not seem agitated at all. They also had quite a few buffalo and obviously baby buffaloes too If you like animals, this one is definitely worth a stop. They do have a concession stand in the walkable area and they had pretty reasonably priced snack food, such as uncrushable, peanut butter and jelly, chips and such

This was such a great experience at around $25 per person. The big bear experience is a drive…read morethrough that gets you within a few feet of the bears. There are no fences that separate you, so if that gives you anxiety, this is not for you. We went through at feeding time, which made this even better. At the end of the drive through there was a small walk through zoo, which was also impressive. The highlight of the walk through was the bear cubs exhibit, they played and wrestled the entire time. The location is on the way from the airport to Mount Rushmore or Custer State Park. Convenient and recommended!

We visited this attraction with our two young sons during a cross-country road trip, and it ended…read moreup being one of the highlights of our stop. The collection of reptiles and amphibians is impressive, with an incredible variety of species to see. Our favorite experiences were getting to pet the giant tortoises and watching the live alligator and snake shows. Both were entertaining, educational, and kept our kids completely engaged. Whether you're a lifelong reptile enthusiast or just mildly curious about these animals, this is a fun and worthwhile place to visit. It's especially great for families with young children and makes for a memorable stop if you're traveling through the area.

Our visit to Reptile Gardens was absolutely unforgettable! From the moment we walked in, we were…read moreblown away by how well-kept, interactive, and family-friendly everything was. Traveling with our 5-year-old, this was easily one of the highlights of our trip. He was completely fascinated by the huge variety of reptiles--especially the giant tortoises and snakes--and the live shows were both entertaining and educational. The staff did an amazing job keeping kids engaged while teaching them fun facts along the way. The grounds are beautiful and easy to navigate, making it a relaxing experience for parents too. You can tell how much care goes into the animals and the overall experience. If you're in the Rapid City area, this is a must-do--perfect mix of fun, learning, and memorable moments for the whole family!

Our visit to South Dakota was an unforgettable experience from beginning to end. Custer park was…read moreone of our top priorities to visit. Man was it worth it! Every turn along the scenic drives revealed something new and breathtaking--towering mountains, rolling hills, endless grassy plains, crystal-clear lakes and streams, beautiful log cabins, and wildlife roaming freely in their natural habitat. We drove arms reach from bison, and deer. We got out of our car to pet and feed burros, and marveled over other animals right alongside the roadway. The prairie dogs were adorable and funny too. It was an incredible reminder of how special this park truly is. Especially considering I love animals, history, and the artistry of nature. One of the highlights was driving through the famous narrow rock tunnels. The engineering is amazing, and the views framed through the tunnels are simply unforgettable. We also stopped at several cliffside overlooks where the panoramic views stretched as far as the eye could see. Standing there, looking out over the landscape, gave us a true appreciation for the beauty and scale of the Black Hills. Whether you're looking for incredible photography, scenic drives, wildlife viewing, or simply a peaceful escape into nature, Custer State Park delivers on every level. It's one of those places that makes you slow down, take a deep breath, and appreciate God's incredible creation. If you're visiting South Dakota, Custer State Park isn't just worth seeing--it's an experience you'll remember for a lifetime. We can't wait to return.

This place should be a national park, in my opinion!…read more Going in to it with an open mind is important--wild animals are, in fact, wild and can't be predicted or controlled! That being said, you're almost guaranteed to see SOMETHING. We were lucky enough to get stuck in a bison jam, see the burros and a number of deer and prongtails. Get up early or take a drive around dusk if you miss the wildlife during the day. It's a beautiful, diverse park. Needles highway is a must do and is so cool to see the rock formations. Starting after the wildlife loop and driving to Sylvan Lake was amazing and the lake offered a great break from the car. We wish we would have planned for more time at the lake and come prepared with swimsuits, etc! Even if just visiting for a day, I think the $25 park entrance fee is worth it. But if you have the time, plan to take your time and spend more than one day here!

Great course, less than friendly staff. The course itself is…read morein beautiful shape--my compliments to the caretakers! I have been to Rocky Knolls many times and until yesterday I have always found the clubhouse staff to be extremely pleasant and accommodating. Our tee time was at 9 am. We arrived early, a foursome, and were fully checked in by 8:30. Since I saw no golfers around, I asked if there was a group scheduled to tee of before us. The gentleman said a group of 2 was scheduled at 8:50. I hoped he would have suggested that we could go ahead and tee off since it was 20 minutes before the next group, who as best I could tell, hadn't even arrived yet--no such luck. Okay, our tee time was 9-0'clock and that was his call and I'm okay with that. Since a couple of us were not regular players, we decided on playing a 4-man scramble to keep the game enjoyable and to also keep it moving quickly. On the turn, we stopped to get beverages and I paid for them all instead of each having to pay separately and to allow getting back on the course quickly. As the attendant was ringing us up I tried to engage in some light-hearted conversation and I found his gruffness puzzling. Up until this time, I has always found the staff personnel to be friendly and engaging. Anyway, we completed our game and when we turned in our cart keys, there were no "Thank You's," Have a nice day," or "Come again" extended by the staff. To note, they were not overwhelmingly busy at this time. Our group was in no way rude or demanding. I'm hoping the folks were just having a bad day and this is not the normal demeanor of Rocky Knolls personnel.

Great little course. Very challenging. The staff is very friendly. I've only played there once but…read moreplan to frequent the place this summer.

Great fun and quick activity to get the blood flowing and a little friendly competition, Cole was…read morean amazing host would definitely come back

Made a reservation by phone 2 days in advance ... showed up and they lost our reservation could not…read moreaccommodate us and basically ruined our evening out ... based our day around this plan to have it be a bust!

Nice playground in the border of downtown strip. Very simple and rustic like something I would…read morebuild in my backyard if I had more space and was slightly more industrious. Ground covering is loose soil with a thin layer of wood chips. Small historic information building as well as a picnic pavilion with vending machines and restrooms. Clean and maintained. Only issue is there is a bridge across the stream but it is currently closed off so accessing the playground requires a short walk on car bridge. That means running from the playground to the bathrooms with a potty training toddler is just part of the fun.

Bridge from parking lot to playground was closed off with caution tape this past week. Guessing…read morebecause of floods. We walked on the side street and over to the playground. Playground needs a little maintenance. Kids had still had fun on.

This place was so fun. They give you one hour to "compete" but allow you 2 hours to finish the room…read moreif you're unsuccessful. I liked that they didn't kick us out because we didn't finish after an hour. The crew working the night I was there was very polite and helpful. We asked for only a couple hints and they gave us clues that helped but didn't give it away. I can't wait to return to do the other rooms. We did shootout at deadwood with a 4/5 difficulty. It was awesome.

We went here for my son's birthday. We had a blast trying to figure out how to escape. That being…read moresaid the culmination of exiting the room was anticlimactic. There was no way to know we had made it and completed the escape. We just walked out. That was a major let down. Other than that the whole scavenger was fun and the clues were great. The decor was definitely run down and cheap.

Parkview is a great municipal pool! Zero entry area with splashy water features, lots of shaded…read moreareas to sit and watch kids. Lifeguards seem to love their jobs and enjoy little kids. Sand play area within the pool enclosure is a nice break from water play, and the park nearby (same parking lot, just next to the pool enclosure) is a great wind-down and dry-off after an afternoon of swimming. In addition to swimming here recreationally, we are currently doing 4 weeks of swimming lessons at this pool, and after 3 weeks so far, I'm so impressed with the staff and program.

Looking for a place to let the kids cool off and get rid of excess energy? This outdoor pool is a…read moregreat option, especially for good swimmers. My kids were older, so I didn't notice how well it was set up for little guppies! The City does a great job with outdoor pools, and there is a very adequate lifeguard presence. My kids liked the westside pool better than this southside pool, but both are just fine. There is also a lap pool on the north side of town, do a computer search for "Rapid City public swimming pools" to get their hours etc.