Other Dog Activities in South Dakota

Tired of watching Fido run laps in the dog park? We’ve got the scoop on lots of other dog friendly attractions in South Dakota too. You’ll find information on all of the dog friendly wineries, boat rentals, botanical gardens, drive-ins, and other offbeat animal attractions in South Dakota here.

Bear Country USA

Rapid City, SD

Bear Country USA 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. See Details

Dinosaur Park

Rapid City, SD

Dinosaur Park 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. See Details

Falls Park

Sioux Falls, SD

Falls Park Pet-friendly Falls Park, sitting on 128 acres, is located on the banks of the Big Sioux River in Sioux Falls, SD. Enjoy captivating waterfalls from several viewing platforms, including a five-story observation tower. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details

Needles Highway

Custer, SD

Needles Highway Take a drive to the pet-friendly Needles Highway in Custer, SD. This spectacular trip through ponderosa pine and Black Hills spruce forests, meadows surrounded by birch and aspen and rugged granite mountains can't be missed if you're visiting South Dakota. The name comes from the needle-like granite formations that sprout out of the ground. See Details

Crow Peak Brewing Company

Spearfish, SD

Crow Peak Brewing Company Crow Peak Brewing Company is a dog-friendly microbrewery in Spearfish, SD, where Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the patio or inside their taproom with a fresh bowl of water. They brew three year-round beers including an American-style IPA, a blonde ale and a robust porter. You'll also find seasonal creations like a coffee IPA, the lemon farmhouse ale, chocolate stout, a chili ale and more. Food trucks and special events are hosted throughout the week. See Details

Badlands Loop Road

Wall, SD

Badlands Loop Road 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. See Details

Lost Cabin Beer Company

Rapid City, SD

Lost Cabin Beer Company 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. See Details

Porter Sculpture Park

Montrose, SD

Porter Sculpture Park Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Porter Sculpture Park in Montrose, SD. Featuring a monster-sized, 40-ton horse sculpture (among others), golf carts are available for those who would like assistance navigating the grounds. Please be aware that the area closes for the winter season. See Details

Professor Samuel’s Old Time Photos

Keystone, SD

Professor Samuel’s Old Time Photos 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. See Details

Mammoth Site

Hot Springs, SD

Mammoth Site Bring Fido to explore the Mammoth Site, a dog-friendly natural history museum in Hot Springs, SD. Pups must be leashed and carried, or in a carrier while visiting inside the site. See Details

Fish N Fry Trout Pond

Deadwood, SD

Fish N Fry Trout Pond Fish N Fry Trout Pond is a pet-friendly fishing pond stocked with rainbow trout for all travelers in Deadwood, SD! They provide all of the bait and equipment, and clean the fish too! You just pay for the fish by the size that you catch, and then they will either pack them to go or cook them into a meal for you. Dogs are welcome on the fishing dock and in the covered pavilion picnic area. Open from mid-May to mid-September. See Details

South Dakota Air and Space Museum

Box Elder, SD

South Dakota Air and Space Museum 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. See Details

Mystic Hills Hideaway

Deadwood, SD

Mystic Hills Hideaway Explore the backcountry of South Dakota with your furry co-pilot! Pet-friendly Mystic Hills Hideaway in Deadwood, SD, welcomes dogs in their entire fleet of ATV rentals. Two, three, four and five seaters are available. See Details

WoodGrain Brewing Company

Sioux Falls, SD

WoodGrain Brewing Company WoodGrain Brewing Company of Sioux Falls, SD, is a casual dog-friendly micro-brewery where Fido is welcome both inside their warm, comfortable taproom and on the outdoor patio. Servers are happy to provide you with complimentary dog treats and water bowls. They specialize in high-quality craft beer using the freshest local ingredients whenever possible, including locally grown hops and barley. Snacks, such as pretzels, pub mix and meat sticks are available, and you’re also welcome to bring in your own food or order from a nearby restaurant. See Details

1880 Town

Midland, SD

1880 Town 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. See Details

Glacial Lakes Distillery

Watertown, SD

Glacial Lakes Distillery Glacial Lakes Distillery is locally-owned, dog-friendly distillery and tasting room in Watertown, SD. Fido is welcome to relax with you at an outdoor table on the patio, or check out the tasting room and store. Try their handcrafted cocktails using Glacial Lakes spirits, like The Bronx, Between the Sheets, or The Espresso Martini while you're there. See Details

Dakota Shivers Brewing

Lead, SD

Dakota Shivers Brewing Furry friends of Lead, SD are invited to join their owners at Dakota Shivers Brewing. This pet-friendly bar offers seating both inside and outside where visitors can unwind together. The menu offers a range of locally crafted beers from 5280 Pale Ale and Bar Matter RyePA to Whistle Blowin' Stout and Bison Breath Brown. See Details

Dog Park at Robbinsdale Park

Rapid City, SD

Dog Park at Robbinsdale Park Your pet will love the chance to play off leash in the designated area (south of the picnic tables) at the dog park at Robbinsdale Park, located in Rapid City, SD. Be careful, though, as the off-leash area is not fenced. See Details

The Splash Bark by SDK

Harrisburg, SD

The Splash Bark by SDK Bring Fido to have a blast at The Splash Bark by SDK, a tropical-themed pet-friendly play area in Harrisburg, SD that has synchronized water features specially designed for dogs. It's the only water park of its type in the whole country. There's a three-inch-deep pool to play in and other Tiki-style features for your pooch to enjoy. Bring your pup's proof of vaccinations to gain entry into the park. Dog owners can purchase day passes or memberships, and add the water park to daycare or boarding at The Resort. Beers and pizza are also available for the humans, and they have treats for the pups. See Details

Cohort Craft Brewery

Rapid City, SD

Cohort Craft Brewery Cohort Craft Brewery is a dog-friendly brewery in Rapid City, SD, that welcomes Fido inside the taproom and in the outdoor area. Their ever-evolving lineup features ten distinctive beers on tap - from a crisp German-style Kellerbier and a malty dark lager, to creative radlers like “Dequench Mode” (lemonade mixed with South Dakota honey), bold IPAs, fruity sours, and even mead blends made from local honey. Food trucks can sometimes be found on site, and guests are also welcome to bring their own food. See Details