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🍁 𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙩. 𝙇𝙤𝙪𝙞𝙨 𝙁𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚𝙨 🍁

It's officially the first day of fall. 🍂 The leaves are just beginning to turn into vivid yellows and oranges. If you are looking to plan a great fall hike as those colors change, I put together a list last year on amazing local trails.

🍂Link to the blog post is posted in bio ⬆️
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#stlouis #explorestlouis #stlfallfun #stlouistrails #stlouishikes #stl #hikemissouri #illinoisouth #riversandroutes #runwildmychild #1000hoursoutside #kidstoparks #midwestmoment #peremarquettestatepark #explorepml #fallhikes #fallcolors #hikemidwest #hikeitbaby #havekidswillhike #midwestnomadfamily

Watching the sun go down on a perfect day. 🌅 .

Watching the sun go down on a perfect day. 🌅
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#midwestnomadfamily #sylvanlake #custerstatepark #sylvanlakesouthdakota #southdakota #midwestmoment #midwestphotography #onlyinsouthdakota #runwildmychild #1000hoursoutside #kidstoparks #kidswhohike #kidswhoexplore #parentswhoexplore #havekidswillhike #hikeitbaby #midwesttravelblog #midwesttravelblogger #travelmidwest #midwestliving #familytravel #familyroadtrip

🪨 𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝘁. 𝗥𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 🪨

⬇️𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭

Mt. Rushmore is an iconic destination in South Dakota's Black Hills. While it can feel touristy and crowded, it's also inspiring and fascinating to learn how this grand sculpture was created. Here are a few tips to make your visit even better:

1. 𝐆𝐨 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 - Arrive early or on a not so nice weather day to beat the crowds. We arrived at 7:30 a.m. on a cool, Monday morning and practically had the place to ourselves. It made getting photos of the Avenue of Flags so much better. A bonus of arriving early is you may be able to watch the rising sun light up the faces.

2. 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 - The Presidential Trail is both interesting and scenic. A 0.6 mile loop travels through the trees, along boardwalks, and up and down 422 stairs to give a closer look of the faces from the base of the mountain. Signs along the way give additional history.

3. 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 - Visit the Sculptor's Studio to see one of the models used for creating the sculptures. You can also learn more about the tools and techniques used by the workers..

4. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 - The museum at Mt. Rushmore has an informative film and exhibits about Mt. Rushmore.

5. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 - It is free to visit Mt.Rushmore but costs $10 to park. However, your parking pass is good for one year of entry. Put your pass to use by returning in the evening to watch the lighting ceremony.

Have you been to Rushmore? Any tips to add?
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#midwestnomadfamily #mtrushmore #midwesoment #midwestliving #southdakota #visitsouthdakota #onlyinsouthdakota #midwest #midwesttravel

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗴 📍Wall, South

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗴
📍Wall, South Dakota

Wall Drug is ultimate tourist kitsch and a must stop on any western South Dakota road trip. This meandering set of shops, cafes, and entertainment fills over 76,000 square feet.

Wall Drug has it's start 90 years ago in 1931. The owners wanted a way to attract weary travelers to their humble small town store. They decided to set up signs along the roadway advertising free ice water. Starting almost immediately, the people began to stop in droves.

The store has continued to expand over the years to serve over 2 million customers annually. The free ice water is still there along with 5 cent coffee.

Visitors can shop through a huge variety of smaller shops set up to look like an old Wild West town. The main shop sells almost everything you could ever need including the perfect South Dakota souvenir. There is also a cafe, ice cream treats, animatronic T-Rex, backyard play area with photo-ops and a splash play area.
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#walldrug #walldrugsouthdakota #southdakota #wallsd #runwildmychild #midwestmoment #midwesttravelblog #familyroadtrip

Views at the Badlands are everything but bad. .

Views at the Badlands are everything but bad.

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@southdakota #onlyinsouthdakota #midwestmoment #midwestnomadfamily #midwestphotography #midwestliving #badlands #badlandsnps #badlandssouthdakota #familytravel #southdakotaphotography #sunrise #sunrisesofinstagram #nps #nationalpark #findyourpark #findyouradventure #roadtrip

From the rising of the sun to the place where it s

From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.
Psalms 113:3 NIV
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Happy Sunday!
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#midwestnomadfamily #badlandsnationalpark #badlands #badlandssouthdakota #nps #kidstoparks #kidswhoexplore #runwildmychild #1000hoursoutside #havekidswillhike #havekidswilltravel #midwestmoment #midwesttravel #midwesttravelblog #midwestblogger #familytravelblog #familytravel #parentswhoexplore #hikingwithkids #southdakota

🌽 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱'𝘀 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 🌽
📍Mitchell, South Dakota
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🌽 The World's Only Corn Palace was first created in 1892 to show the world that South Dakota has a healthy agriculture climate. The tradition to decorate the palace with intricate corn murals has continued ever since.
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🌽Each year the murals have a different theme and attract over half a million visitors each year. The palace is open daily to visitors and also used for a variety of events.
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🌽This attraction makes a nice roadside stop off I-90. There are clean restrooms, photo-ops, and concessions inside. Don't miss a trip to the second floor to see photos of all the past corn palace designs plus a downtown balcony overlook and live webcam. Outdoors there is a small park area for kids to burn some energy.
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🕜 The corn palace is open daily 8-6 in summer, daily 8-5 in May and October, and Monday-Saturday 8-5 the rest of the year. Closed major holidays.
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💲 Admission is free.
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❓What is your favorite unusual road trip attraction?
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#cornpalace #worldsonlycornpalace #mitchellsouthdakota #southdakota #midwestmoment #midwestliving #midwesttravel #onlyinsouthdakota #familyroadtrip #roadsideamerica #roadsideattraction #midwestnomadfamily #midwesttravelblog #midwestblog #familytravel

💦𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸💦 📍

💦𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸💦
📍Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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⬧︎Falls Park is a beautiful spot where you can find the city of Sioux Falls namesake. Over 7,400 gallons of water tumble 100 down a series of rocky cascades each second.
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⬧︎The 123-acre park offers paved pathways, overlooks, bridges, and information kiosks that wind past both sides of the river. Kids will enjoy scrambling over the rugged pink rocks. Keep a close eye on the little ones near the water, however.
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⬧︎There are also restrooms, a playground, and a Visitor's Center. The Visitor's Center includes a 5 story tower for a bird's-eye view of the city and the falls.
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⬧︎The park preserves several historic buildings including the remains of the Queen Bee Mill. The former Light & Power Company Building is now the home of the popular Overlook Cafe. The cafe offers a wonderful view of the falls.
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Have you ever visited Sioux Falls?
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#siouxfalls #siouxfallssd @southdakota #southdakota #midwestmoment #midwestnomadfamily #midwest #fallspark #kidstoparks #runwildmychild #1000hoursoutside #kidswhoexplore #midwesttravel #midwestliving #midwestblog #midwestblogger #midwesttravelblog #midwestphotography #midwest_captures

Good morning South Dakota. We can't wait to explor

Good morning South Dakota. We can't wait to explore your natural beauty this week.
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#midwestnomadfamily #midwestmoment #southdakota #siouxfalls #fallspark #siouxfallspark #siouxfallssd @southdakota #familytravel #familytravelblog #midwestblog #midwesttravelblogger #midwesttravel

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🍁 𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙎𝙩. 𝙇𝙤𝙪𝙞𝙨 𝙁𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙃𝙞𝙠𝙚𝙨 🍁

It's officially the first day of fall. 🍂 The leaves are just beginning to turn into vivid yellows and oranges. If you are looking to plan a great fall hike as those colors change, I put together a list last year on amazing local trails.

🍂Link to the blog post is posted in bio ⬆️
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#stlouis #explorestlouis #stlfallfun #stlouistrails #stlouishikes #stl #hikemissouri #illinoisouth #riversandroutes #runwildmychild #1000hoursoutside #kidstoparks #midwestmoment #peremarquettestatepark #explorepml #fallhikes #fallcolors #hikemidwest #hikeitbaby #havekidswillhike #midwestnomadfamily

Watching the sun go down on a perfect day. 🌅 .

Watching the sun go down on a perfect day. 🌅
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#midwestnomadfamily #sylvanlake #custerstatepark #sylvanlakesouthdakota #southdakota #midwestmoment #midwestphotography #onlyinsouthdakota #runwildmychild #1000hoursoutside #kidstoparks #kidswhohike #kidswhoexplore #parentswhoexplore #havekidswillhike #hikeitbaby #midwesttravelblog #midwesttravelblogger #travelmidwest #midwestliving #familytravel #familyroadtrip

🪨 𝗙𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝘁. 𝗥𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 🪨

⬇️𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭

Mt. Rushmore is an iconic destination in South Dakota's Black Hills. While it can feel touristy and crowded, it's also inspiring and fascinating to learn how this grand sculpture was created. Here are a few tips to make your visit even better:

1. 𝐆𝐨 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 - Arrive early or on a not so nice weather day to beat the crowds. We arrived at 7:30 a.m. on a cool, Monday morning and practically had the place to ourselves. It made getting photos of the Avenue of Flags so much better. A bonus of arriving early is you may be able to watch the rising sun light up the faces.

2. 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 - The Presidential Trail is both interesting and scenic. A 0.6 mile loop travels through the trees, along boardwalks, and up and down 422 stairs to give a closer look of the faces from the base of the mountain. Signs along the way give additional history.

3. 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 - Visit the Sculptor's Studio to see one of the models used for creating the sculptures. You can also learn more about the tools and techniques used by the workers..

4. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 - The museum at Mt. Rushmore has an informative film and exhibits about Mt. Rushmore.

5. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐭 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 - It is free to visit Mt.Rushmore but costs $10 to park. However, your parking pass is good for one year of entry. Put your pass to use by returning in the evening to watch the lighting ceremony.

Have you been to Rushmore? Any tips to add?
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#midwestnomadfamily #mtrushmore #midwesoment #midwestliving #southdakota #visitsouthdakota #onlyinsouthdakota #midwest #midwesttravel

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗴 📍Wall, South

𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗴
📍Wall, South Dakota

Wall Drug is ultimate tourist kitsch and a must stop on any western South Dakota road trip. This meandering set of shops, cafes, and entertainment fills over 76,000 square feet.

Wall Drug has it's start 90 years ago in 1931. The owners wanted a way to attract weary travelers to their humble small town store. They decided to set up signs along the roadway advertising free ice water. Starting almost immediately, the people began to stop in droves.

The store has continued to expand over the years to serve over 2 million customers annually. The free ice water is still there along with 5 cent coffee.

Visitors can shop through a huge variety of smaller shops set up to look like an old Wild West town. The main shop sells almost everything you could ever need including the perfect South Dakota souvenir. There is also a cafe, ice cream treats, animatronic T-Rex, backyard play area with photo-ops and a splash play area.
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#walldrug #walldrugsouthdakota #southdakota #wallsd #runwildmychild #midwestmoment #midwesttravelblog #familyroadtrip

Views at the Badlands are everything but bad. .

Views at the Badlands are everything but bad.

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@southdakota #onlyinsouthdakota #midwestmoment #midwestnomadfamily #midwestphotography #midwestliving #badlands #badlandsnps #badlandssouthdakota #familytravel #southdakotaphotography #sunrise #sunrisesofinstagram #nps #nationalpark #findyourpark #findyouradventure #roadtrip

From the rising of the sun to the place where it s

From the rising of the sun to the place where it sets, the name of the Lord is to be praised.
Psalms 113:3 NIV
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Happy Sunday!
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#midwestnomadfamily #badlandsnationalpark #badlands #badlandssouthdakota #nps #kidstoparks #kidswhoexplore #runwildmychild #1000hoursoutside #havekidswillhike #havekidswilltravel #midwestmoment #midwesttravel #midwesttravelblog #midwestblogger #familytravelblog #familytravel #parentswhoexplore #hikingwithkids #southdakota

🌽 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱'𝘀 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 🌽
📍Mitchell, South Dakota
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🌽 The World's Only Corn Palace was first created in 1892 to show the world that South Dakota has a healthy agriculture climate. The tradition to decorate the palace with intricate corn murals has continued ever since.
⠀
🌽Each year the murals have a different theme and attract over half a million visitors each year. The palace is open daily to visitors and also used for a variety of events.
⠀
🌽This attraction makes a nice roadside stop off I-90. There are clean restrooms, photo-ops, and concessions inside. Don't miss a trip to the second floor to see photos of all the past corn palace designs plus a downtown balcony overlook and live webcam. Outdoors there is a small park area for kids to burn some energy.
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🕜 The corn palace is open daily 8-6 in summer, daily 8-5 in May and October, and Monday-Saturday 8-5 the rest of the year. Closed major holidays.
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💲 Admission is free.
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❓What is your favorite unusual road trip attraction?
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#cornpalace #worldsonlycornpalace #mitchellsouthdakota #southdakota #midwestmoment #midwestliving #midwesttravel #onlyinsouthdakota #familyroadtrip #roadsideamerica #roadsideattraction #midwestnomadfamily #midwesttravelblog #midwestblog #familytravel

💦𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸💦 📍

💦𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸💦
📍Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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⬧︎Falls Park is a beautiful spot where you can find the city of Sioux Falls namesake. Over 7,400 gallons of water tumble 100 down a series of rocky cascades each second.
⠀
⬧︎The 123-acre park offers paved pathways, overlooks, bridges, and information kiosks that wind past both sides of the river. Kids will enjoy scrambling over the rugged pink rocks. Keep a close eye on the little ones near the water, however.
⠀
⬧︎There are also restrooms, a playground, and a Visitor's Center. The Visitor's Center includes a 5 story tower for a bird's-eye view of the city and the falls.
⠀
⬧︎The park preserves several historic buildings including the remains of the Queen Bee Mill. The former Light & Power Company Building is now the home of the popular Overlook Cafe. The cafe offers a wonderful view of the falls.
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Have you ever visited Sioux Falls?
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#siouxfalls #siouxfallssd @southdakota #southdakota #midwestmoment #midwestnomadfamily #midwest #fallspark #kidstoparks #runwildmychild #1000hoursoutside #kidswhoexplore #midwesttravel #midwestliving #midwestblog #midwestblogger #midwesttravelblog #midwestphotography #midwest_captures

Good morning South Dakota. We can't wait to explor

Good morning South Dakota. We can't wait to explore your natural beauty this week.
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#midwestnomadfamily #midwestmoment #southdakota #siouxfalls #fallspark #siouxfallspark #siouxfallssd @southdakota #familytravel #familytravelblog #midwestblog #midwesttravelblogger #midwesttravel

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