Read our South Dakota guides: adventuresofaplusk.com/blog/category/south-dakota Check out South Dakota Tourism’s website to plan your own trip: bit.ly/southdakota-aplusk See the rest of our South Dakota trip: kzread.info/head/PLZKRTK1yCEM6Wn30wCYRfOJbPtjOh5p_v Safety is our #1 priority and we want to stress that this adventure, and all future adventures, will be done responsibly and with the health of others in mind. Here are the steps we are taking everyday, including in these videos: 😷Masks and face coverings. We wear these anytime we are near others outside and especially indoors. If we don’t have a mask on in a video, it’s 99% because there was no one around. ⏰ Exploring early. We normally start at sunrise anyway because of less crowds, but especially so with COVID. We have been starting our days before sunlight so we can limit our interactions. 🧼 Washing and sanitizing our hands, especially after touching anything outside of the van. 🚐 Being in the van 95% of the time when we’re not filming. The adventures we share are a small sliver of our lives. We are staying in the van all day everyday when working and the only time we leave is to do laundry, get gas, or go to the store. 6️⃣ Keeping our distance. We are trying to stay at least 6 ft from others, which truthfully isn’t always possible (and then we make sure we cover our face).

@WhisperingPinesHomestead

2 жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful place and beautiful footage!!! How did you get permission to fly for drone footage since it’s a national park? It is like a permit you apply for? Thanks for any info☺️

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! Custer State Park is a state park, not a national park, and drones were allowed there at the time of our visit, as long as you do not fly in the wilderness area (which can be seen on flying maps). There is more info about the rules on the South Dakota state park website: gfp.sd.gov/camping-regulations/

@denisehardin9233

Жыл бұрын

Just got back from this area and had to thank you for your recommendation of Custer Burger and Bun. Fantastic meal!

Custer is such a secret nationally. I just tell people it's 'National Park' worthy to help them understand the level of beauty and adventure.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We totally agree! It is probably the best state park we have ever been to!

I remember crossing border into the USA from Canada. Border Patrol asked me where I was heading. Said South Dakota, he said with the most perplexed look "What for?" Turns out Custer and South Dakota was one of my favourite spots I have ever visited. Thanks for the video.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

That makes us so happy to hear! It’s one of those places that not everyone knows how gorgeous it is. So glad you enjoyed it too!

@cocochanel9291

3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK ps. I had a black lab who was an absolute gem named Kona. You get a subscribe just for that !

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Awww yay for Kona’s! ❤️

This video has me reconsidering my itinerary to add another day in Custer State Park. Beautiful and detailed. Thanks for sharing.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Dooo it! It was our favorite place in SD!

Last comment...I promise! I just want to give you some well-deserved kudos on the gorgeous video of the sunset views from the tower, footage of the tower, and the music! Breathtaking!🏆 Between you and me...did I see a shadow of a cameraman? 😉 Also I can't find the Mt. Rushmore video I watched yesterday, so I'll make my comment here. I watched another vlog first, and all they had to say about it was that people said that they were underwhelmed, and thought it was small. What?!?!? I kind of scolded them, and shared how it made me proud, and patriotic, and brought me to tears. So sad they didn't understand the monument. And then I watched your response... and you guys nailed it!! You took the words right out of my mouth. But I believe most Amer6would agree. Lastly, thank you for your videos, especially Custer State Park. We're not as adventurous as you, but again am inspired to spend more time there (despite the high entrance fee). I hope to see the burros and get caught in a bison rush-hour. Lol! Keep up the great work! 🥰

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! And no camera man besides the two of us lol (we wish)! We do use a tripod sometimes 😉 We're really glad to hear you enjoyed our SD videos! We had the best time there and really loved getting to share it!

I moved to Rapid City 2.5 years ago and your videos gave me some great ideas for exploration. The needles tunnel is still spooky to drive through, even after several visits. I much prefer to take my small car through the tunnels vs. my pickup truck. I still have to do cathedral spires hike, so came back to this video for a refresher. I'm loving SD! I've camped at both grizzly and Bismarck as well. Bismarck is in top 3 for campgrounds in the black hills.

Mom and I went through the needles in my first car, 1976 Chevy Nova, the summer of 1976. Thanks for the memories. Love Love Love your videos❤

@AdventuresofAplusK

Жыл бұрын

Oh that sounds fun! Thanks and thanks for watching!

62 years of living in South Dakota myself, yet it took this wonderful, adventurous couple to really show me the Wonder and beauty of the Southern Black hills. Great job guys!

I was just there a few days ago and uploaded my video of Cathedral Spires Trail. Something cool they are doing after memorial day is you go on certain hikes and collect the "check points" and then turn them in for a limited edition park pin.

Y'all, we are SLEEPING on South Dakota! I am loving these videos and I can not wait to plan a trip!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We were sleeping on it too! But dang, it’s so incredible! 😍

This video came up as a suggestion. Really happy it did as we enjoyed it very much. The view throughout the hike was beautiful. Sunset was breathtaking.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We’re so glad, thank you so much! ❤️

My wife and i were there just 2 weeks ago! We drove 6 hrs from denver for a quick weekend getaway! I would do it again in a heartbeat. Custer State Park his a hidden treasure and for those who find it will not be disappointed. Excited ti see where you guys go next!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We 1000% agree, such a treasure! We often hear about National Parks, not state parks, but it was just as awesome as a national park!

All I can say is BEAUTIFUL! Stay safe and healthy.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! And we will! So far so good 🤗

You guys are just adorable! Found y’all when my husband of 25yrs and I started planning a trip to SD, WY, CO in Sept. We’ve added so much to our itinerary because of y’all - except maybe not the longer more strenuous hikes. Can’t wait to go back thru and watch all of your videos. We will definitely be trying out the Black Hills Burger & Bun Co from your other SD video.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We are so glad we have been able to give you some ideas! That burger spot is AMAZING! Just chatted with another van couple yesterday who went as well and loved it!

Loved the Needles Hwy! Saw a bunch of mountain goats in that tunnel!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

That is so cool! I wish we had seen some!

America never ceases to amaze and you are lucky to have such fantastic natural beauties on your doorstep.Nice video.All the best

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Stephen! We agree, the US is full of beauty!

I’ve been to many national and state parks across the US. In my opinion, Custer State Park is the best state park in the country. Custer is a state park that is on par with, or ever better, than a number of our national parks.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We totally agree! It was our favorite stop in SD and one of the coolest places we have been!

I went to Custer state park a few years back . Didn't get to do any hiking because they didn't have the whole park because it was a year with more than normal snow.so they didn't have all levels of the park open yet...but it was worth going to again loved all the wildlife that we seen also💓

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

It’s such a special place! We hope you can go back and hike sometime!

Did you know that Sylvan Lake is where the filmed portions on National Treasure 2? Also, when we went in late June my brother and I swam out to the big rock and were jumping off of them into the ice cold water. We were traveling on this big trip during the summer of 2020 and my brother and mom did the Sunday Gulch trail, and my mom, being a nurse, told him not to touch the rails because he might get Covid, so like a couple steps in, he falls. No injuries, so a funny memory for us.

@AdventuresofAplusK

Жыл бұрын

That's a fun fact! Oh no! Glad he's okay!

Thanks for the info on different trails as we just hiked Black Elk Peak, your info & tips made our trip through Custer & SD better!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We are so happy to hear that!

This is a great one ! We went here on our first family vacation in 2004. Got stuck in a bison jam in the evening, that was quite an experience! Your trip brought back so many memories! Thanks for a great one!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Bison jams are so much fun! Glad we can help you relive some memories 🤗

@HappyTrailsHiking

3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK They are!!! Safe travels to you two! If you head to Missouri and need any tips, please feel free to reach out.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Good golly, what a great video! I wish I had seen this before I took my family there last summer. Not sure we would have had time for all those trails, but probably would have tried to work parts of them. Custer was a complete surprise blessing adventure for us, which made it extra special. We dedicated a day to the Badlands. The 2nd day, we had a morning cave tour at Wind Cave, and planned on then going to Rushmore, but I decided with very little research that we should just pay a little money to take a scenic trip to Rushmore through Custer...best decision ever! We had a picnic at Lake Sylvan, climbed around and checked out the dam area, but didn't know about the cool Gully trail! We then drove the Needles hwy through 5 or 6 tunnels, including the Eye, connecting to the Iron Mt Rd, got surrounded by a huge herd of Buffalo, and then explored Rushmore. What an epic day, and everything was a surpise! Definitely wouldn't mind returning to do those hikes in this video though!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 ай бұрын

That's an epic trip! We're glad y'all had a good time and we're glad we could give you some ideas for the next visit! Thanks for watching!

I can see why this was one of your favorite days! Such gorgeous views! The Needles Tunnel was so cool...although I can see why Adam was a bit worried about clearing it. Loved the foil wrap dinner and hobo pie...both looked so yummy...we can make those at the house too! 🤤😋

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

It was one of the best days of the summer! The scenery was unreal! And we highly recommend a hobo pie, we want to try them with all sorts of fillings!

The rock spires were inspiring. I cannot tell a lie.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

One of the coolest things we have ever seen! 😱

Beautiful video of the Sylvan Lake area. I was there when I was twelve on a family vacation and got lost. Back then there were no trails so it was easy to get lost. Thanks for sharing !!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, getting lost out there would be beautiful (and a bit scary haha)!

One of my favorite videos of yours. So surprisingly beautiful. The needles are so beautiful.

@AdventuresofAplusK

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! We were pleasantly surprised with South Dakota!

The cinematography, the energy, but most of all the views... absolutely perfect! I especially loved how unique the hikes were :)

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! We loved how every hike had something a little different. It made them all a blast!

i recommend you read Black Elk Speaks, if you want to learn more about him. Loved your video. I would of been crying, walking in the dark. LOL

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Ooo thank you, we will check it out! Adam especially loves reading about Native American history. And we were pretty terrified in the dark haha, not going to lie 😬

It's so amazing watching you guys experience my state and all the beauty in it. So many people know of Mt Rushmore and the Black Hills, but it's rare to find people that know they are standing in the "flyover/farm" state. South Dakota has some very diverse land and ecosystems. Also it shows huge respect to South Dakota when you guys pump out this many videos compared to some more populated states.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

It’s sooo diverse and gorgeous! We had so much fun filming lots of videos in SD and can’t wait to come back!

@ivanredinger969

3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK Thanks for the response! You're welcome back anytime. 😁

Youll have a great itinerary...pumped!

Man, I'm glad these two got to enjoy the beautiful Black Hills...I live in a different state now, but I have literally been on every exact spot these two went, either running or hiking or just enjoying the view. I'm homesick!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful place! Our favorite spot of our trip to SD!

Wow guys so cool! I thought the Sunday Gulch hike was the best, and then the sunset 🌇 one.... no words! With the view, the tower, the sunset, the music it moved me to tears, so incredible! You guy's vlogs make me want to come to the States and do the National Parks, thank you for you videos ❤❤❤

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Cathy! It was such a magical day with endless views. It makes us so happy that we’re convincing you to visit ❤️

It’s an Awesome and Crazy day you both had! I can’t remember any other vlogs captured the Custer State park so nicely!!! I am on it and planning already! BIG THANKS!!! ☺️ Stay safe and keep traveling!!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🥰

There is so much more in South Dakota than I thought. So neat! Great video, y’all!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

There sure is, it’s incredible! And thank you so much!

Love the videos , lovely scenery .

I just hiked there a few weeks ago and it was beautiful lived in South Dakota all my life and never have been there! I guess that’s perks of living on a small reservation! Thank you for making a series about good ol South Dakota ❤️

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow! Better late than never! We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did 🤗

Awesome post as always. When I was there, mountain goats were licking minerals off the walls in the needles tunnel. Also Black Elk Peak hike is well worth the effort. Safe travels, Dave

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, that is cool! We didn’t see any mountain goats 😔 And we agree-Black Elk Peak was incredible!

Foil pack is a great way of cooking spuds! As we say in certain parts of the UK, Potatoes everywhere else. Wrap in foil, put in a fire, after an hour or so, you're laughing, cooked with lovely crispy dark skins you can eat too, though not everyone does. I say it's like a treat of having an outdoor BBQ.

@AdventuresofAplusK

Жыл бұрын

Yes that is always a fun and yummy way to cook spuds out in the wild! Thanks for watching!

Thank you for the info on the Sunday Gulch Trail in Custer State Park. We recently hiked this trail and were surprised with some snow which gave a completely different perspective. I gave your channel credit for the info and included a link. You all do a wonderful job filming and editing! I am new at this and film just using my cell phone, but I enjoy capturing our experience none the less. Thanks again for your amazing channel! God Bless!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Snow would’ve been SO cool to see!!! We are glad you were able to do the hike and thank you so much for the kind words and credit!

South Dakota looks absolutely gorgeous!!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

It is incredible! Custer State Park is especially magical! 😍

We really wanna visit again south dakota after watching all 3 episodes, we didn’t know there’s so much to see in south dakota, we only went to crazy horse, mt. Rushmore and badlands. Anyways you guys are awesome, love watching your videos.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Those are all great spots! I think Custer State Park may have been our favorite. We highly recommend it if you go back!

@IvyDhen

3 жыл бұрын

Adventures of A plus K thank you😊 we will watch your video again when we go back so we can also visit all or if not most of the places you went to. Thank you.

Oh man this was awesome!!!! The views were awe inspiring...so beautiful!!! Also the food you made looked so good!!! Can’t wait for the next one! Love you guys!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

So happy you enjoyed this one Brad! This was such an incredible day. Much love back atcha! ❤️

Your videos bring back the time we spent in South Dakota. Every place you went, we saw also. We did the hike counter cock wise and it was fun. Nice video, well done. 👍👍🇺🇸

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you John! Happy to bring back some memories of this beautiful place! 🤗

This is incredible! Definitely going!

I just found your guys’ channel a week or so ago (I planned a hiking trip to South Dakota and wanted to check out the trails I planned) and I’ve been obsessed ever since. Have been binging all of your videos! Love them!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Julie! Thank you SO much for watching! South Dakota is incredible, especially Custer State Park 😍

Great area. Beautiful state park and great wildlife. Not so crowded.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

It's a gorgeous area! 😍And the lack of crowds on some hikes made it even better!

I loved Cathedral Spires hike...and my kids did too. Still have an amazing photo from there framed in my office. Another great vid I somehow missed. We are headed back to the Black Hills in June and this is getting me excited again. I also did that Black Elk hike years ago when it was still Mt. Harney...just incredible views.

@AdventuresofAplusK

Жыл бұрын

We really want to go back to the Black Hills. Custer State Park could be a National Park. It's really amazing there! That's awesome you have a great photo with family from there!

I want to say that I was planing to go to the black hills at the end of September, and only spend two days, but you guys have convinced me that I can do 4 pretty easily and not feel that I ran out of things to see!! These videos came out at the perfect time for me!!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We love when our videos have good timing! 🙌🏼 Have a great trip!

Planning on visiting south dakota in 2021 and this video really helps where we should visit. Thanks for sharing!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We are so happy to hear that! 😄🙌🏼

That sunset view was so beautiful it brought tears to my eyes. I'm subscribing! Loving your videos.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Shannon! That sunset hike was absolutely magical!

Our family loves watching your videos! We look so forward to seeing where you go next and adding places to our list. My 8 year old wanted to make sure we commented and say hello! Can't wait for the next one!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Liz (and family)! Thank you all so much for watching! ❤️ And tell your 8 year old we say hello! 👋🏼

I always ride iron mountain and needles hwy on my motorcycle once a year,such a blast.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

That would be sooo fun on a motorcycle!

The tunnel section of the video had my palms sweating. Great job with the videos!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

The tunnel was crazy! 😱 Thank you so much!

Awesome video, I watch a lot of you tube videos and y’all kept my attention for the entire video! Thumbs up and will continue watching! BTW, we are headed to SD next week!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Pamela! We hope you have a great trip!

Wow, exceptionally well done cinematography. I've never been over to SD, so these places are definitely on my bucket list now

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! And it’s a must-visit state for sure! 😍

South Dakota is shooting up my list of states to visit

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Oh no, we are so sorry to hear that the fires are impacting you! We hope y’all continue to stay safe. So scary and sad what is happening on the West Coast right now 😭💔 We are glad you give you a little bit of an escape. Kona appreciates the scratches 🥰

Great video guys. Loved the photography, music and commentary. It really helped me plan out my two days at Custer.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We are so happy to hear that!!!

Great video. I was here in 1967 when I was 12 years old and got lost while walking the area around Sylvan Lake and ended up near Harney Peak. No cell phones back then and no marked trails. I got lucky and was found around 6 pm after being lost for 8 hours. Please stay on the trails !

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Oh gosh that's scary! So glad you were found and are okay!

This was so helpful. Amazing video !

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We are so happy to hear that! Thank you!

The Black Hills are majestic yet accessible... Extremely beautiful, but inviting to mere mortals.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We loved it so much!

I just found your channel!! Ran across it today. You guys are wonderful! I started with South Dakota. I haven't been there in many years but because of your video I want to go this summer . The hikes look amazing !! You make everything so fun . I plan on watching all your videos. 🤩🤩

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Pamela! Thank you so much for watching! South Dakota was such an incredible trip and we hope you can make it back there! We also hope you enjoy the other videos! 🥰

Very detailed video and gives good info on the places and hikes!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We’re so glad you found it helpful! That’s our goal!

Great video! Thank you!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Larry!

Great video. I was there first week of September for my birthday and did almost everything you did including the trail with the rails.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Such a gorgeous park! Probably our favorite spot in SD!

You did the same thing I did on the Sunday Gulch trail and go backwards. Somehow I misread the sign and thought it wasn't a strenuous trail until I started crossing back and forth over the little stream. Black Elk Peak is a great climb and the mountain itself is a sight to behold. It's visible from a lot of places in the central and southern Black Hills. Kudos on your bravery for doing the Peak hike in the dark. I don't think I would be brave enough to do a wilderness hike in the dark.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

It was definitely a bit scary coming back in the dark, but we have experience doing it before and we just make a lot of noise in case there are any furry friends out there 😅

Glad we found you guys. We are at Custer right now.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We hope you’re enjoying it as much as we did!

I was nervous driving my little car on Needles Hwy! I did see tour busses and RVs on that Hwy. This area is beautiful. I'm glad I found your channel.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

I would’ve been nervous driving a car too! Thankfully Adam drove for us lol!

Love your channel. very good content. Just back from Custer park. What a beautiful park!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Isn’t it crazy beautiful?! We loved it!

The first tunnel was the exact place we're there were like 7 mountain goats just sitting in there holding up traffic. 🤣

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! The best kind of traffic jam.

Such a great video! I would love to visit South Dakota someday!!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Dani! And it’s such a gorgeous and diverse state, we couldn’t recommend it more!

I will be doing a NW U.S. trip this summer. This is on my list for sure! Thanks for the information and the excellent footage.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Woo! You won't be disappointed! It's gorgeous there!

26:00 WE SSSSURVIVED!!! 👋 HILARIOUS

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@adlenemomant3512

2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK your welcome BEAUTIFULS

It's been several years since our family was to Custer Nat'l Park. Your overhead shots of the area were spectacular!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 ай бұрын

It's one of our favorite parks! Thanks and thanks for watching!

beautiful vlog! thank you

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Kerry! 😀

Wow! So glad I found you two. You’ve been a lot of places that I have also seen parts of. In this case, we drove through the spires just after sunset on the way to Keystone. Great to finally see what we missed in the dark.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Custer State Park could be a national park. It’s so incredible!

Amazing! Gosh, who knew SD was so diverse and interesting? I will add it to my list. Thanks for sharing.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We've been so excited to share how diverse and beautiful it is and get others excited about it!

@trishbrown5407

3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK You have done a stellar job. Way to go!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, we appreciate it! 🥰

As always beautiful photography, you captured the best views!! I remember camping with my aunt and uncle and they used to wrap potatoes in foil with S&P and butter put them into the hot coals, we split them open and added leftover chili and shredded cheese, pretty tasty!!😋 Heading to Muskoka in Ontario this week, hoping for sunny weather , get in some great hiking and a few good meals 😊🍁

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Oooo that sounds SO good with chili! And of course the cheese 😜 Have a great getaway! Hoping you get great weather and awesome views!

This place looks so cool!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Those spires are wild! 😱

Such an awesome video! More people should visit and appreciate my home state of South Dakota! I will say though, I died laughing when I saw he had bear spray on their hike to Cathedral Spires (for those of you that don't know, there are no bears within a few hundred miles of the Black Hills, lol)

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Max! Haha we keep it on us pretty much at all times for safety against any animal or even humans 😉

@joyfulinhope1210

3 жыл бұрын

There have been a few black bear sightings in the last three years or so. They’re starting to come back.

@maxoesterling4008

3 жыл бұрын

@@joyfulinhope1210 true...I was laughing more because the chances of running into one there are insanely small, especially compared to Glacier or Yellowstone. But who knows...the Hills may have a thriving population again someday!

@GratefulOverlander

2 жыл бұрын

Max, my man. I'm sorry to tell you this, but the bears dont know or care where you think they are suppose to be. I have seen a bear in Sacramento, Ca....very far from their natural habitat in that area. Fires, urban growth, weather, and many other forces play on the reactions of wild animals! Plus, the worst creature in the woods is other people. And bear spray is legal to carry, thereby making it an excellent self defense weapon. 🤙🤙🤙

@maxoesterling4008

2 жыл бұрын

@@GratefulOverlander @GRATEFUL OUTDOORS haha, I'm not saying you shouldn't have some protection against other people or hostile wildlife, but just saying that as a resident of the Black Hills who ran and hiked hundreds of miles throughout the Hills, I never saw any trace of bear :) I know there have been sightings, but my point is it's rare I only pointed it out because it cracks us locals up because we only carry bear spray in Yellowstone or Glacier. In the Hills we fend off anything with our fists and walking sticks (totally kidding 😉)

Taking the direction that you took for Sunday Gultch is the best way to experience it in my opinion. When you are behind the dam if you would have head left it would have taken you around the rest of the way around the lake trail. Coming up the trail to Black Elk Peak there are a few areas on the way up that you can spot the lookout tower. If you aren’t familiar with the area it will be easy to miss. Nice to see it wasn’t windy up there. It can be quite windy. There are some more hidden areas like the reservoir that was used when the lookout was active. But either way the videos you look were fantastic! Glad you are enjoying our state!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the insight! Do you go by the rock climbing wall (we saw people rock climbing) to get back around the lake the other side?

It's "Lupper" = Lunch + Supper! Also, "Pudgie Pie"... LOL! Love your channel!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha we haven’t heard it called that before! Fun to say though! And I knew there was another name for hobo pies lol! But we didn’t have a chance to google it, I can’t decide if I like hobo or pudgie better. Both are fun lol!

Can't wait! We are headed there in two weeks from Louisiana.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Have a great time! It’s so beautiful and so much fun!

I see tour buses go through the tunnel of the needles eye. It’s a great highway, I love the iron mountain road in Custer state park. I took that hike years ago with my dad harney peak, I remember it at the tower.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Those buses are brave! Haha

Hi from hazy WA. Great drone shots! It is breathtaking. I think Kona was nervous when Adam was nervous driving through those tunnels. You guys' nice team work made this video super fun. Caster state park is amazingly beautiful!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We hope you’re staying safe with all of the fires! Kona is a nervous little gal, always nervous about something haha 😅 Thank you so much for the kind words, we’re glad you enjoyed it! 🥰

This is the first video of your we found. Loved it!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave and Kathy! Thank you so much for watching! We’re happy you stumbled upon our vlogs and enjoyed it!

That dinner and dessert looked amazing! I'm inspired to try to it myself. But I can tell you I won't be taking a 7-mile hike...up hill...afterwards. lol! Good for you guys. 👍💪

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Hahahah it may not have been our best idea 😂😂 Stomach was hurting a bit!

@gomogo2000

3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK 😅

Thank you for this amazing video! We are planning to go to South Dakota for the second time this summer. We weren’t able to hike last time but this time it’s one of our main goals. You covered so much in this video and I hope we can do it all!

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

We hope y’all have a great trip! This was a busy day, but worth it if you have the ability and don’t mind being tired haha

@ruthiebeth1

2 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK We definitely won’t do it all in one day - that was really impressive!

I really love the quality of y'all's content. Linner, LOL, I like it. I hiked up Harney peak when is was 9 years old, and I will never forget it. Y'all are brave coming down in the dark. I think they let people in that tower, because of the difficulty to get there, it doesn't see as many tourists as you might think. I think the people willing to hike to great heights also have a greater respect for "other people's property," LOL.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Not going to lie, hiking down was a bit scary haha. We had hoped others would be too (safety in numbers!) and any noise freaked us out lol. I’m so glad they let people in the tower! Made the hike even more incredible than it already was 😍

Just stumbled upon this channel, I am hooked! Incredible photography, scenery and narration! Looking forward to the next adventure!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Ronald, we really appreciate you watching! 🥰

Thanks for the video! We are planning a trip there in June. Hitting up Black Hills, Badlands, Custer State Park, etc.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Have a blast! It’s a gorgeous area!

Awesome hiking and food. We hope to go to SD next year

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

It’s amazing out there!

I love it! Hello from NC USA❤️

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! So glad you enjoyed it!

Born and raised in South Dakota! Love to see you guys seeing the most beautiful spots in South Dakota! Before leaving should see if some of the westerners could show you some secret hiking! There’s a place on the way to spearfish canyon that is a old abandoned gold mine. Have to hike up to it but your able to go in it and explore it. Such a beautiful site to see! Plus fun fact about South Dakota. We have a rivalry saying West South Dakota is/or better East South Dakota. We split the line at the giant river that flows through our state (Missouri River)

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Benjamin! That spot sound awesome! Unfortunately we left the state a couple weeks ago (our videos are usually a bit behind), but we will definitely be back and will have to check that out! And we were curious if there was a rivalry! We visited both sides and they are definitely different, but we had a great time in both 😃

@zarnoffa

3 жыл бұрын

West is the best. ;)

When it was an active fire watchtower rangers used to live in the tower for extended periods of time. It’s use was discontinued due to the issue of accessing it with supplies

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

It’s the biggest fire tower we have seen! All of ones we have seen before are just one little room with a bed and kitchen, so we loved how spacious this one was!

It’s amazing you did black elk peak in 3 hours. You two are in amazing condition! Took me 4 hours to get to the top and 2 hours to come back down. Took plenty of tests along the way and I wasn’t in any sort of decent conditioning at the time but we made it! Did in 2018. I do want to go back.

@AdventuresofAplusK

2 жыл бұрын

Way to go on making it to the top! 🙌🏼

I have to go up black elk peak in around 2 weeks I'm excited

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Have a great time!

@jamess7264

3 жыл бұрын

Jealous! Have a fun safe trip!

17:42 I had to rewind this part cause I coulda swore Adam said "You put your feelings in there with it." 😂

For foil dinners, one of my favorites is potatoes cut in cubes, ring sausage cut in pieces, half or thirds of corn on the cob, onions, salt, pepper and whatever seasonings you want and cook. Some add peas, green beans, etc. peas do turn mushy I think though.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Oooo this sounds really good with the sausage! We will have to try this next time! Thank you for sharing it with us 😄

We were camping in SD last summer. Definitely need to go back. I am also going to add Custer State Park to our target list! Great video!!

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Did y’all visit Custer State Park last time?

@AVisceralLife

3 жыл бұрын

@@AdventuresofAplusK Nope. We were traveling back to Michigan from Yellowstone and Tetons. We visited Devils Tower, Crazy Horse, Mount Rushmore and the Badlands.

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

Nice! All great spots!

Nice, did all of those on our trip out there. We also did Little Devils Tower IN CP, as I recall it was the steepest climb for us. Yeah I was sweating that tunnel with the Trail Blazer. Great area💯👌

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

We have heard Little Devil’s Tower is great! Going to definitely try that one next time. Those tunnels are fun!

@eckhal2

3 жыл бұрын

Adventures of A plus K You got to do The Badlands! I own recall when we did The Cathedral Spires I heard a rumbling coming in the sky, being a USAF veteran it sounded like a B-52 coming into Ellsworth AFB, Rapid City. Great sight low above us.💯🇺🇸🗽

@AdventuresofAplusK

3 жыл бұрын

That’ll be in two videos! And we heard some jets flying above us in Sioux Falls. It was super loud and cool!