You can find lots of great burgers in the Black Hills, and Lewies’s in Lead is definitely one of those places. This great burger joint is located on the South side of Lead on US Highway 85 not far from the Sugarloaf Trailhead of the Mickelson Trail. You no longer have to wonder where to eat in Lead SD.
We enjoyed sitting out on the patio enjoying a beautiful Black Hills summer day but, they are open all year long. Whether, you are on your way to or from the slopes or just finishing up a great bike or motorcycle ride – this is a great place to eat.
I enjoyed the bacon double cheese burger pictured above. It was good and I was full. The onion rings were great too.
This is among my favorite places to grab a burger in the Northern Black Hills. I also love Mustang Sally’s burgers on Main Street in Deadwood. And, the Sugar Shack on US Highway 385 has really good burgers too!
Where do your get your favorite burger in the Black Hills?
Deadwood Jam is my favorite event in Deadwood. There is a bit of fall in the air and tons of great music. The 23rd Annual in 2013 looks like it is going to be a great one.
Friday September 13th the gates open at 4pm
The 55’s
Morgan Frazier
And, The Young Dubliners headline
Saturday September 14th 2013 the gates open at 11am
Dan Sherrill Music
IIIRD Class
John and Jacob
Mississippi Heat
The Big Wu
The Guess Who
Everclear
It should be a great weekend of music in the Northern Black Hills, I’m going to be there are you?
Buy your tickets online or at the gate. Be sure to follow Deadwood Jam on Facebook for all the latest.
August 22nd through the 25th 2013, there will be free concerts by Paul Revere and the Raiders on Friday night and Saturday the Buckinghams headline.
Thursday night is the 6th Annual Sock Hop. Friday is a full day with rod runs, auctions and free concerts. Saturday continues with auctions, poker runs, judging and more free concerts. And, Sunday finishes up with the parade.
There always seems to something for everyone at this Deadwood event. Visit the Deadwood Chamber of commerce website for complete details.
Bountiful Baskets continues to spread across the state of South Dakota. It is a great program for people looking to get some fresh produce at a good price.
How does Bountiful Baskets work
Bountiful Baskets is a food Co-op run by volunteers. They pool together to buy large quantities of produce and put them into the baskets and have them delivered all over the United States.
If you have never participated read this first. Then go read it again. It has everything you need to know to participate.
Basically, on the Monday before the delivery to a site near you, you buy an offering (or a basket) plus you can add extras like a box of mangoes or and Italian Pack. You must have an account set up to buy a basket so you may wish to do that ahead of time.
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There is some talk about the program hurting small, local farmers. I disagree. This program reminded me how great fresh produce is – in fact it was because of this program we joined a CSA last year. And, this year we decided to have our own large garden. There isn’t fresh, local produce available in the state all year long – this food co-op can fill in the gaps.
Galena South Dakota History can be experienced first hand once every year. Every summer the local historical society welcomes the public for their one-day annual fund raiser. Proceeds support the up keep of the school house.
This is your chance to get a feel for the Galena Community profile over the years. The self-guided trail is over five miles long. You can explore as little or as much of the historic trail as you’d like. With locals placed around the trail and many historic photos – this is an educational tour.
Galena weather can quickly change. Be sure to bring a rain coat and wear comfortable shoes. The trails are a bit steep in locations, a walking stick may be a good idea as well. Refreshments are sold on site.
You will find Galena in Lawrence County south of Deadwood in the South Dakota Black Hills. It is just a few miles off US Highway 385.
The 2013 Galena Historical Tour is planed for Saturday June 8th. Visit the School House website for complete information.
Dalton Lake is a nice little recreation opportunity tucked away in the Northern Black Hills of South Dakota. The area has the small lake, a small picnic area, a 10 spot campground and a trailhead for the Centennial Trail.
There are just three picnic sites at Dalton Lake. A great place to spend an afternoon, enjoying some food and hanging out by the small lake. There are also toilets available. The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks does stock the lake with Rainbow Trout from time to time. Be sure to have a license and know the regulations before you throw a line in the water.
There is water available during the summer months. The small campground does not have electric or water hookups. However, each spot has a fire ring and they are all close to the lake. You cannot make reservations at this campground, so you make want a backup location if you plan on staying during a busy weekend.
Dalton Lake is also a trailhead for the Centennial Trail. This is an access point for the 111-mile trail that cut through the middle of the Black Hills. It starts at Bear Butte State Park and ends in Wind Cave National Park.
This recreation area is located south of Sturgis SD. You turn east off of Vanocker Canyon road on to Forest Highway 26. You’ll find Dalton Lake about 6 miles down that road.
The geese have been really thick this year in Eastern South Dakota, huge flocks can often be seen in every direction. The birds are so thick they are even showing up on radar.
If you only have time for one hike in Custer State Park, I would recommend Sunday Gulch Trail. On this trail you will climb among huge granite boulders and have beautiful vistas of the park.
The trail begins behind the dam at Sylvan Lake. It then descends down Sunday Gulch. It is a loop trail about 3 miles long. However, If you don’t have the time or energy to hike the loop, the most scenic part is the beginning of the trail.
The gulch doesn’t receive a lot of direct sunlight and can be icy all the way into June. Plus, remember the hike is all uphill coming out of the gulch – so know your own ability.
As with any trail in the Black Hills, be alert for changing weather. Bring plenty of water and snacks. Watch your step and take breaks as needed. Custer State Park has many amazing places to explore, and Sunday Gulch should be a the top of most visitors list.
Every March for about the last 50 years or so, hundreds on people gather in Epiphany to enjoy a sausage supper. This is a big fundraiser for the local church. And, something I’ve always looked forward to.
I always loved going to Sausage feed in Epiphany as a kid (and now as an adult with kids of my own). What growing boy didn’t love the chance to eat all they wanted? The food is always great and you are helping a nice little town’s church.
Looks like the 2017 Sausage Supper is planned for March 12th from 3pm to 7pm.
Epiphany is about 25 miles Northeast of Mitchell and they usually have the sausage feed about the second weekend in March. Plan to attend and fill your tummy, plus help a good cause.
Spearfish Canyon is known for its beauty and its waterfalls. This section of the Black Hills National Forest is absolutely breath taking. Most of the waterfalls are easy to see from the road, others you will have to hike to find them.
Bridal Veil Falls
With the new viewing platform, this waterfall is easy to find. Right along the scenic byway and plenty of parking. You may even spot some ice climbers in the winter.
This isn’t much of a waterfall in the summer, but in the winter you will find some really cool ice displays. Just off the road near the dice, watch for it.
Community Caves
Here is another place where the waterfall is just barely a trickle in the summer, but is magical in the winter. The huge frozen columns of ice are jaw dropping, this is one of my most favorite places in Spearfish Canyon to visit any time of year.
Little Spearfish Falls
Found just behind the Latch String Inn at Savoy, this is great waterfall. All year long, this is a neat place to visit. A winter wonderland in winter and a lush forest in the summer. Don’t miss this one.
Annie Creek
Here is a small waterfall off the beaten path. Take the time to hike to Annie Creek and you will probably have it all to yourself.
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You cannot make reservations at this campground, so you make want a backup location if you plan on staying during a busy weekend.
