Dog-Friendly Activities in Faith, SD

Custer State Park offers 71,000 acres of amazing views and dog-friendly outdoor experiences in Custer, SD. Leashed dogs are welcome throughout the park. The 18-mile Wildlife Loop allows pets and humans to explore the park and view the indigenous wildlife from the comfort of the car. There are also many dog-friendly hiking trails where pets are welcome to join the fun. Set out on a hike along Black Elk Peak Loop, a seven-mile route with stunning views of the cathedral spires and Black Hills wilderness. Visitors should note that dogs are not allowed at designated swimming beaches or in any park buildings (including camping cabins, lodges and comfort stations).

Pet-friendly Bear Country USA in Rapid City, SD offers visitors a chance to view wildlife from the comfort of their own car. You and Fido will travel through several enclosures on the three-mile drive through the park and see black bears, elk, reindeer, cougars, bobcats, bighorn sheep, buffalo and more. Dogs are welcome to enjoy the drive-through park but are not allowed in Babyland, where the cubs live, and not allowed around the wildlife walkway area. They can be on a leash near the gazebo area at the end. The park is open seasonally from May through November.

Wall Drug is a dog-friendly iconic tourist spot and roadside attraction at one end of Badlands National Park in Wall, SD. They're famous for the free ice water, and pups are welcome inside the store. Be sure to snap a picture of Fido at one of their photo opportunities throughout the site such as the six-foot rabbit, the mini-Mount Rushmore, the buckin’ bronc, the life-size robot T-Rex, and, the ever-popular Giant Jackalope. Please note that dogs aren't permitted inside restaurants.

Take a dog-friendly road trip on the Enchanted Highway in Regent, ND, a 30-mile stretch of road dotted with giant metal sculptures by artist Gary Greff. This is your chance to get a photo of your dog with a 38-foot-tall cow or 26-foot-tall buffalo.

Big Thunder Gold Mine is a pet-friendly attraction in downtown Keystone, SD. Experience this Black Hills Gold Rush legend with Fido and the family! They offer a mine tour, a museum, on-site gold panning, and claim panning. Dogs are welcome everywhere, including the gift shop and Big Thunder Family Bar & Grill's patio. Just be sure to keep your pup leashed and close to you.

Professor Samuel’s Old Time Photos is a pet-friendly old-time photography service in Keystone, SD. The staff is awesome and love shooting dogs in classic clothing.

Take your pup on a trip on the pet-friendly Badlands Loop Road, one of America's most surreal roads that spans 39 miles in Wall, SD. The curvy roads take you around the amazing rock formations that will make you feel like you're driving on a different planet.

The Pioneer Auto Show, located in Murdo, SD, is dog friendly and offers car, tractor and motorcycle tours. They also offer a tour of Prairie Town. Fido is also permitted inside the gift shop, but not allowed in the café.

Wind Cave National Park in Hot Springs, SD is the seventh-oldest national park in the country. This pet-friendly park is home to an array of wildlife including bison, elk and prairie dogs. Leashed pets are welcome on the Elk Mountain and Prairie Vista Nature Trails. Pups may also join human companions at the Ranger Campfire Programs. For the safety of your pet and the wildlife, pets are not permitted in the backcountry. Dogs must remain leashed at all times and may never be left unattended.

Fido can walk amongst prehistoric giants at the pet-friendly Dinosaur Park in Rapid City, SD. The park, open to the public since 1936, is free to explore. Dinosaur Park's hours vary seasonally, so make sure to check the website before planning your outing. Dogs are not allowed inside buildings. All pups must remain leashed.

Lost Cabin Beer Company, located in Rapid City, SD, is pet friendly! You're welcome to bring Fido with you to enjoy the patio or hang out inside as there is no food prepared on the premises. Their tap list includes amber lagers, hazy IPAs, ales, saison and wheat beers.

Check out the pet-friendly Legion Lake Loop, a one-mile trail that goes past a store, cafe and beach in Custer, SD. This easy-to-moderate trail also features beautiful views of the lake.

There's a creek for pups to play in at the off-leash dog park at Braeburn Park, located in Rapid City, SD. Just be careful, as the area isn't fenced.

Come spend an afternoon at the pet-friendly Badlands Distillery in Kadoka, SD. They welcome pups on their outdoor patio. Here, you can sample a variety of spirits created using interesting ingredients including local honey, cinnamon, apple, coffee and jalapeno.

Woodland Republic Brewing & Blending in Rapid City, SD, is a dog-friendly brewery where well-behaved, leashed pups are welcome to join you indoors. Enjoy a unique selection of craft beers in a relaxed, pet-friendly atmosphere—perfect for hanging out with your furry companion while sipping something cold and local.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a tour at the pet-friendly Dinosaur Museum in Rapid City, SD. Enjoy learning about dinosaurs and seeing life-size displays. Be sure to check their website for admission prices and hours of operation.

The pet-friendly South Dakota Air and Space Museum is located just outside the main gate at Ellsworth Air Force Base in Box Elder, SD. Leashed dogs aren’t allowed inside the building, but they can join you to view more than 30 aircrafts, including the B-1B Lancer and UH-1F Huey Helicopter, in the outdoor museum.

Cosmos Mystery Area is a dog-friendly tour in Rapid City, SD, which operates seasonally from April until October. Leashed pets are welcome as long as they are friendly, well socialized and tolerant of children. This is a fun interactive tour of gravity hot spots. Purchasing tickets online in advance is strongly recommended.

Take a step back in time at 1880 Town, a pet-friendly roadside attraction in Midland, SD. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners at this interactive park to learn about the Old West. Take a stroll down Main Street with your canine friend, and explore the more than 30 buildings authentically furnished with thousands of relics. The rolling terrain and sprawling homestead provide ample walking space for you and Fido.

Fido can play off-leash at the Wareing Sturgis Ford Dog Park, located just off of I-90 in Sturgis, SD. This spacious, fenced dog park offers seating and water from a hose during warm weather. It can be found on the south-side of the car dealership's parking area.