It’s that time again: It’s time for South Dakotans to make their summer bucket list! Since there are so many things to see and do around the Mount Rushmore State, how does one choose? We recommend beginning with a dip in this South Dakota swimming hole and waterfall:
Welcome to the hidden Hippie Hole!
Google/Tj
Hiding out near Keystone, the Hippie Hole is arguably the most beautiful swimming hole in the state, thanks to both the clear water and surrounding Black Hills landscape.
Google/Edward Brunton
No matter where you look, you will find something that will make your jaw drop, including giant rock walls, shady trees, and a pristine waterfall.
Google/Roger Wayne
Doesn’t this look like the best place to spend a hot summer day? We are ready to jump in!
Google/Lynne Holmgren
While the swimming hole itself is reason enough to visit the Hippie Hole, the beautiful, yet short and sweet hike to the pool gives even more incentive.
Google/Edward Brunton
Please note: The 1.5-mile out-and-back south trail is longer and more challenging to navigate than the .6-mile north trail. Each trail ends at the same spot, so take your time and exercise caution.
Google/Kienan Mick
To learn more about the area and current conditions, please visit the Black Hills National Forest’s website.
Google/Lynne Holmgren
Both the north and south Hippie Hole trails are accessible via Highway 40 and Foster Gulch Road.
Google/Roger Wayne
Do you have a favorite attraction, event, or restaurant that you would like to see featured here on Only in South Dakota? Remember to tell us about it here! For even more of our favorite things to do around SoDak in the summer, you will want to check out these 18 Things You Have To Do In South Dakota This Summer.
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Address: Hippie Hole, Mount Rushmore UT, SD 57751, USA
Welcome to the hidden Hippie Hole!
Google/Tj
Hiding out near Keystone, the Hippie Hole is arguably the most beautiful swimming hole in the state, thanks to both the clear water and surrounding Black Hills landscape.
Google/Edward Brunton
No matter where you look, you will find something that will make your jaw drop, including giant rock walls, shady trees, and a pristine waterfall.
Google/Roger Wayne
Doesn’t this look like the best place to spend a hot summer day? We are ready to jump in!
Google/Lynne Holmgren
While the swimming hole itself is reason enough to visit the Hippie Hole, the beautiful, yet short and sweet hike to the pool gives even more incentive.
Google/Edward Brunton
Please note: The 1.5-mile out-and-back south trail is longer and more challenging to navigate than the .6-mile north trail. Each trail ends at the same spot, so take your time and exercise caution.
Google/Kienan Mick
To learn more about the area and current conditions, please visit the Black Hills National Forest’s website.
Google/Lynne Holmgren
Both the north and south Hippie Hole trails are accessible via Highway 40 and Foster Gulch Road.
Google/Roger Wayne
Do you have a favorite attraction, event, or restaurant that you would like to see featured here on Only in South Dakota? Remember to tell us about it here! For even more of our favorite things to do around SoDak in the summer, you will want to check out these 18 Things You Have To Do In South Dakota This Summer.
Google/Tj
Google/Edward Brunton
Google/Roger Wayne
Google/Lynne Holmgren
Google/Kienan Mick
