New numbers show South Dakota’s tourism industry remained a powerful economic driver in 2025, delivering steady visitation, consistent visitor spending, and continued tax relief for residents across ...

Nearly 15 million people visited South Dakota in 2025 – and during their visits, they spent almost $5.2 billion.

Hagen released the annual report from Tourism Economics this week (Jan. 21, 2026) during the state tourism conference. The data record high numbers again, with 14.97 million visitors having traveled ...

This story is reported by South Dakota News Watch, a non-profit news organization. Find more in-depth reporting at www.sdnewswatch.org. RAPID CITY, S.D. – The owners of the Fort Hays Old West Town, a ...

Lead and Wessington Springs will be the first participants in a new program designed to increase tourism in the state's rural communities, Travel South Dakota announced Sept. 16. “Developing and ...

(SOUTH DAKOKTA NEWS WATCH) - Some members of the state’s tribal nations are beginning to slowly embrace visitors, as the South Dakota Native Tourism Alliance (SDNTA) works with tribal leaders and ...

Twelve awards were presented honoring businesses and individuals for outstanding achievements and contributions to the tourism industry. Winners received their awards from Governor Larry Rhoden and Ja ...

A study ranks Rhode Island as the most romantic state, spotlighting its picturesque spots, while South Dakota's romantic allure gets overlooked, stirring conversation among locals.