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07-05-2015, 07:14 PM
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We were there in 2004 during bike week with the fiver we had then and it was a blast. We had made our plans and committed to vacation time at work when we discovered that we would be there during bike week. The Black Hills are definitely something that you need to see at least once. We've been there twice and will go back again in a few years.
Yes there were LOTS of bikes and we were a little apprehensive at first but not once did we feel threatened in any way. The vast majority of people that we met were middle aged professionals like ourselves and were great folks. Many, many 40+' diesel pushers hauling enclosed trailers with two Harleys in them.(kind of wish that we could afford that many toys) While there were a few morons on the highway as there always is most were very competent and courteous drivers/riders.
Definitely don't go within about a hundred miles without a reservation though. We found that the "bikers" really added something to the experience. Lots of really cool bikes although I admit that after about 72 hours I did find that the sound of a Harley got a little old. As with most places just be careful where you go and what you do. Situational awareness is what it's all about. It is what you make it and it's something that you'll remember for a long time.
Cheers & 
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07-05-2015, 07:25 PM
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Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Lakeville, IN
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We have been in that area during bike week - we were not aware when we set out. Once we realized it, we thought we could be in trouble, but we did find sites. We stayed in Hill City at Rafter J Bar. I wouldn't even try without reservations, however. Bikers were not an issue at local sites, just annoying noise. I would avoid Sturgis if at all possible. Just not the best time to go, if you can avoid.
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07-05-2015, 08:02 PM
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Join Date: May 2012
Location: Upper Penisula Michigan / Arizona
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When I was in Custer this spring they said it was the 75th Bike Rally with over 100,000 attending. Custer is closing half their main street for bike parking.
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07-06-2015, 07:28 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
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I agree with everyone except the long lines waiting for the tourist attractions. When we went we stayed the week after the Rally and was able to see everything without a wait. The area is beautiful and well worth your time.
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07-06-2015, 08:44 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2015
Location: N.E. Fl.
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We hit the Sturgis Rally about every year (we ride) but we're skipping this year because of the enormous crowds their predicting. (75th anniversary) It will be crowded!!!
The area is a must see, recommend you avoid rally dates though....
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07-06-2015, 09:17 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Joplin, Mo
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I found a spot 2 weeks ago at Custer State Park but it was for the last day of Sturgis. As others have suggested adjusting you schedule to after the will be your best bet. I forgot abut Sturgis as I was making my plans and since I was coming into the rea from the north I overlooked the fact that I would be coming right down the middle of main st Sturgis on Sunday the last day of Sturgis. Doubting Id live that I've chosen to go over to Wyoming to avoid the traffic and come into Rapid City area from that way.
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07-06-2015, 11:19 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Montana
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Spike - We will miss the Beartooth rally - our HOG chapter in Missoula is the sponsor of this year's state rally, July 16 - 19 great rides & good times! I love to ride the Black Hills though - my wife is from Rapid City and loves even the touristy places...
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07-09-2015, 08:57 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: Jackson, GA
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We will be heading on up to North Dakota, leaving Georgia about the 8th. Would we be anticipating any overflow problems with the crowds? Our niece is getting married.
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07-11-2015, 06:36 AM
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Join Date: May 2015
Location: Ottawa
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I was able to get a campsite the week before just south of Rapid City. It's a good sams.... enjoy
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07-11-2015, 06:46 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Waynesville
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Originally Posted by wana65stang
Can anyone tell me how much affect the Sturgis bike rally has on the Mt Rushmore area, as far as being able to get camp sites? Want to go around Aug 1 to 9 and just saw that the rally is on at that time. Thanks
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07-11-2015, 07:40 AM
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Join Date: Dec 2012
Location: Durham, NC
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1,000's of loud motorcycles all day and all night. Every place is crowed. I would not get near there T that time.
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07-22-2015, 04:28 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 27
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We just got back from the beautiful Black Hills and everyone was busy preparing for the rally. We were told several times they are expecting over a million bikers, and they were all ready coming in. Our campground fees for the site we had would be going from $38 a night to $98, which apparently is pretty much the normal. I can't tell you how much we enjoyed the beautiful Black Hills, and I think we did about everything in the week we were there, my favorite being the zipping get at Rushmore. Our campground owners had told us in March when we made the reservations to avoid going later than the 3rd week of July if we weren't there for the rally. LOVE that beautiful area.
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07-22-2015, 04:30 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
Posts: 27
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Darn spell check! Zip lining, not zipping😎
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07-22-2015, 09:04 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: South Dakota
Posts: 302
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Denise S
We just got back from the beautiful Black Hills and everyone was busy preparing for the rally. We were told several times they are expecting over a million bikers, and they were all ready coming in. Our campground fees for the site we had would be going from $38 a night to $98, which apparently is pretty much the normal. I can't tell you how much we enjoyed the beautiful Black Hills, and I think we did about everything in the week we were there, my favorite being the zipping get at Rushmore. Our campground owners had told us in March when we made the reservations to avoid going later than the 3rd week of July if we weren't there for the rally. LOVE that beautiful area.
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So happy to hear you enjoyed the beautiful Black Hills. We're probably biased since we live in South Dakota, but we think the Black Hills are one of the greatest places in our Country. That's not to say there aren't MANY other wonderful places in America!! 
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07-22-2015, 09:36 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: Baton Rouge, La.
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Most of the people who live in Sturgis usually move in with relatives for the rally and rent out their houses for $000.00
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07-23-2015, 07:09 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 18
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I agree with you, the Black Hills, the prairies, Badlands all hold a special place in my memories. We are from NJ and never get to see such beautiful natural beauty that you have all around you, we just have the ocean.
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07-23-2015, 07:25 AM
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Georgia Rally Coordinator
Join Date: Jun 2015
Location: GA
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I'll admit it's a beautiful area. I lived in SD for two years so I got a chance to visit Mt Rushmore, Sturgis,Lead and Spear fish. Then I made a return trip in the 70s now I'd like to do another next year. I want to see how many things that where started back in the 70s if they are done. Later RJD 
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07-23-2015, 07:47 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Firestone
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Hi Denise,
We are going to be there next week and zip lining is on my wife's wish list. May I ask where you went and did you need a reservation?
Thanks!
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Originally Posted by Denise S
Darn spell check! Zip lining, not zipping��
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07-25-2015, 06:47 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
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Ramsfan, it is at keystone on the edge of town. There is the 800ft one and a 1.5 hr 3 phase one. I heard there is going to be one at sturgis, but we didn't see it and didn't see an ad in the literature we had. Hope you enjoy it.
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07-25-2015, 06:50 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Jul 2014
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No reservations required. Of course we bought the photos they took, along the way. 😎
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