The Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame ended up being one of our favorite stops in Sturgis,…read moreSouth Dakota. The museum does an amazing job preserving motorcycle history while still making the experience fun and interesting for casual visitors too. You do not need to be a huge motorcycle expert to enjoy this place. The collection of vintage and rare motorcycles was impressive, and we loved learning about the history behind the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and the people who helped shape motorcycle culture in America. One of the most interesting facts was learning that when the museum first opened, it did not actually own a permanent collection. Many of the original bikes on display were loaned by collectors from around the country. Today, the museum rotates nearly 100 motorcycles, so there is always something new to see. The building itself also adds a lot of character because it used to serve as the town's historic post office for decades before becoming the museum. Everything felt authentic, well cared for, and thoughtfully displayed. The staff was friendly, the exhibits were informative, and the atmosphere felt welcoming instead of overly commercialized. We would absolutely recommend stopping here if you are visiting Sturgis or exploring the Black Hills area. Check out our video on our socials @reessroots

Great place to see some awesome motorcycles. Reasonably priced. If you're in this town for a…read morevisit, this place is a must. A beautiful collection indeed.

Randall, was our tour guide. He took use through the SAAB museum with finesse. He told us stories…read moreabout each car making every single car special in its very own way. I loved the story how Tom the owner took out the Iowa car in memory of a dear friend because the car was still slotted to race after the owner had passed away. Tom and his Pitt crew broke three land speed records; but chose to put the owners name on the records being that it was his car. Randall, also jerked a few tears when he told us the surprise appearance by Tom's son showed up at his football game he was coaching in uniform. Tom's son had just returned from a hard fought tour in Afghanistan with 10th special forces group. The story was warming and he even let us start the car! Thanks again Randall for the tour, and great idea Tom to attach a tangible story to your love for cars.

Such a great tour by Randall. He knew so much about every single car we asked about. He is great at…read moretelling the stories & explaining the character of each treasure at the museum. It was so much fun & very memorable. Thank you Randall !!! You are phenomenal at your job !!

We have a great experience every time we come here! Prices very reasonable. Food always delicious…read more Staff so nice and friendly!

Visiting Sturgis before the rally. This bar is small, but nostalgic. The service is what you…read morewould expect. The food selection is typical bar food. Had wings, steak bites, and tater tots. All really good. Must

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is biggest bike rally in America. Naturally Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is…read moreheld in Sturgis, South Dakota, The rally attracts over half a million attendees and is considered the largest motorcycle event in the world. Sturgis is held annually in early August. The 10-day event features live music, bike shows, scenic rides through the Black Hills, and a massive gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts from across the globe. It's amazing that this rally began in 1938! I was thrilled to see a review by another Elite Yelper. You know when I was young and traveled from Eastern United States to the West I most certainly would stop at this event. Make your plans now to attend next year. I'm recommending!!

"Traveling in a car is like watching a movie. Riding a bike is like starring in one."…read more It's time to plan your trip to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally this summer. Yes, you! What is that, say you? And why should you go? Well, I am happy to tell you! Sturgis is the world's largest rally of motorcycle riders. It takes place annually in Sturgis, South Dakota, near the Black Hills. This now 10-day event started back in 1938. At that time, it was a place for motorcycle enthusiasts to come and do stunts and races. But it's much more than that now. Sturgis is like a counter-cultural rallying cry for the maverick, the one who likes to go his or her own way, and if at all possible, on a motorcycle! Now, you do not have to have a motorcycle (nor drive one) to enjoy Sturgis. I did enjoy Sturgis last summer without one in my brief visit to the town during its annual convergence of riders as I was traveling cross-country. You just need to appreciate the sights and sounds of the magnificent machine--as well as, the sights and sounds of many folks who have never quite managed to color "between the lines," but who love a good time, good company, and their country. American Patriotism is in full and florid display at the rally. Motorcyclist veterans will be well-treated here. If you do ride, you could hardly ride better anywhere than at Sturgis (with your bike, or renting one). Some of the best motorcycle rides in the world are in the Black Hills: Needles Highway, Iron Mountain Road, Spearfish Canyon, not to mention, Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial, Bear Mountain (Devil's Tower), Bear Butte Park (with breathtaking geological formations), the Badlands (stunning park of natural rock formations), Custer Park (where you are almost guaranteed to see bison), and more. Winding, beautiful, clear roads with fresh mountain air. You can't ask for more than that. And yet, you get more than that! (More on that below). Sturgis is now a national phenomenon. 500,000 people attended last year! Those are post-pandemic numbers. (As many as roughly 700,000 people attended the annual rally in prior years, particularly at its 75th anniversary). In the words of the CEO last year, this event is about "music, motorcycles, freedom, and friends." The rally features concerts of all kinds of music--rock, rap, and country. And big names! Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr., aka, Snoop Dogg (yes, "gin and juice" himself) performed at the rally last year. He was joined by legendary American rock band, Buckcherry, classic rock band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bush (British grunge rock band), Rob Zombie, Lita Ford, country music star, Travis Tritt, Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners, Pop Evil, and Puddle of Mud. All at the same rally, guys. Yes, that's what I'm talking about. And that is in the midst of hundreds of other events you will find nowhere else (such as a literal wall of fire and beer-smashing with homemade battering rams mounted on a bike with a motorized coach--yeah, that happened!), a really cool, legitimate motorcycle museum in the middle of town, unique street vendors of everything from trendy t-shirts to Harley-Davidsons, and fabulous fairgrounds-style food of all kinds. (Can you say, "giant Turkey leg?" YUM). All in the midst of raucous behavior, anthropological attire (full leather ensembles, spurs, "homemade bikinis," a few topless women, and a couple of nearly bottomless ones, not to be overlooked). And of course, the constant hum of the rides. Motorcycle rides, that is. I am a person who usually does not like the sound of a motorcycle, but in Sturgis, in unison with others, in the open South Dakota air, it all starts to blend into the background. And eventually becomes soothing. It sounds like...well, freedom. Despite the fact that you find yourself in the midst of what looks like a massive motorcycle gang, the people are generally polite and respectful. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem even did a charity ride at Sturgis last summer. Sturgis occurs each year for approximately 10 days starting the first week of August. This coming year it will be from August 4-13, 2023. Get registered, get your tickets for events, and your accommodations for the area, (they book fast). Life is short. Live a little!

This was an incredible tour of the Badlands led by Kare Bear, the best tour guide ever! She has a…read morewealth of knowledge, a great personality and kept us going with jokes and fun stories. She asked us where we wanted to go and what we wanted to see and we saw it all, from bears to deer to Prarie dogs to incredible views that allowed us to take great pictures, see movies at Visitor Centers and of course by souvenirs. As a group of 6 each one of us took a boatload of pictures of incredible images of rocks and animals and more. The tour itself was great, but Kare Bear made it a 10-star

Black Hills Above and Beyond is wonderful! You get some of the most incredibly beautiful scenery in…read morethe USA, along with the very best person in the USA--Kare Bear--to keep you entertained the whole time. There isn't a better experience anywhere for travelers!

Longest and Last homestead gold mine in Lead, South Dakota (near Deadwood)…read more Everyone should check this gigantic hole out for themselves. The history is interesting, except for the fact that wealthy entrepreneurs exploited the common folks during the 1929 depression and bought their gold claims/homestead for less than market value. The museum was informative and had incredible exhibits but lacked a feature movie to chronically narrate its evolution.

This was not in my itinerary to go here. It was recommended by our friends who are residence of…read moreDeadwood. For sure make a quick stop here in Lead if you're on your way to Deadwood. Pretty cool to learn and see the mine from above ground. It was active until 1998. There are tours available.

We frequented the Veterans Club while in town for the Sturgis Rally. The drinks were cheap, the…read morestaff was awesome and everything we ate was good. We had the wings a few times. They are breaded and seasoned so well that you do not need to have sauce with them. They were delicious. We did the Veteran's breakfast one day. All you can eat eggs, hashbrowns, sausage, bacon and biscuits and gravy for $18. My first plate was so full I couldn't even finish it. Great way to make money for the legion. Overall cool place. I like the vibe here.

It is what it is a typical small town VFW nothing fancy but you don't typically go to a vFW…read moreexpecting fancy. It is open to the public and they have full bar and a full food menu. This seems to be a quite active club with live music, special events and dinners, and Bingo coming the last week of October. Drinks are super cheap!

Stopped to stretch our legs & explore downtown Sturgis. It definitely is a different slice of…read moreAmerica. We surely don't look like we belong here, but everyone was friendly. There is a strong motorcycle culture, with a variety of saloons, a motorcycle museum, biker shops & more biker shops. Even the ladies room followed the motorcycle theme here.

For 51weeks of the year Sturgis is just a dying wind blown South Dakota town by past by the super…read moreslab. For one week the town comes alive with bars, vendors, food joints, hundreds of hired out of town cops for the annual motorcycle rally. They've got to make 51 weeks expenses in that one week. Figure it out, the visitors pay dearly for the privilege of visiting their town .