The 9 Best Things to Do in Mitchell, South Dakota
Home to just 16,000 people, you might wonder if – or why – Mitchell, South Dakota is worth a visit at all. Actually, Mitchell is the sixth-largest city in South Dakota, and home to one of the state's most popular and well-known attractions, the Corn Palace (pictured above and #1 on this list, naturally!). But what are the other things to do in Mitchell, South Dakota...
15 Charming Day Trips from Kansas City
Kansas City: two cities, divided by a two rivers, a state border, and a geographic barrier. On the eastern side, Kansas City, Missouri is located in the Midwest, while western Kansas City, Kansas is located in the Great Plains. These cities have a lot to offer – you certainly won't run out of things to do in Kansas City if you're planning a trip! However, you might want to explore beyond Kansas City, and that's where a great day trip comes in...
The 11 Best Things to Do in Great Falls, Montana
Located on the far western edge, most people might not think of Great Falls as part of the Great Plains. However, this town of almost 60,000 has the perfect blend of Big Sky country and the beauty of the rolling plains before the towering Rockies reach skyward in the western part of the state...
The 9 Best Things to Do in Carlsbad, New Mexico
Located in the southeast corner of New Mexico, the town of Carlsbad is perhaps best known for the cavernous national park nearby that shares its name. Bisected by the Pecos River, this town of just 30,000 residents might not seem like it offers much other than overnight accommodation for national park travelers; in fact there are more things to do in Carlsbad than you likely realize...
The 11 Best Things to Do in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Everyone knows the big cities across the U.S.: New York, Chicago, L.A. Heck, they even know the big cities in the Great Plains like Omaha and Oklahoma City. But what about Sioux Falls? This town is home to over 117,000 people but gets overlooked...
The 17 Best Things to Do in Casper, Wyoming
As Wyoming's second-largest city, it shouldn't be a surprise that Casper has more to offer than you might guess. Located along Interstate 25, many travelers pass through Casper as they cross out of the Great Plains and head toward Yellowstone National Park, the Rocky Mountains, or down to the capital city of Cheyenne. But if you're up for exploring...
The 13 Best Things to Do in Bismarck, North Dakota
So you find yourself planning a trip to Bismarck, North Dakota? The Roughrider State's capital city is smaller and less visited than Fargo, but don't skip it on that account. Bismarck is nestled on the banks of the Missouri River in the heart of North Dakota, and Lewis & Clark passed through here on their famous expedition. Maybe your travels bring you here too...
The 8 Best Things to Do in Grand Forks, North Dakota
Located on the Red River that runs between North Dakota and Minnesota, Grand Forks is an often-overlooked destination. But it's one well worth exploring if you find yourself there. Home to over 50,000 people, it's one of the largest cities in North Dakota. Grand Forks brings together that Great Plains charm with the unique experiences of the northern states. In fact, there's a surprising...
The 21 Best Things to Do in Lubbock, Texas
For a town of 250,000, Lubbock gets overlooked for other, larger, more easily accessed Texas cities. In fact, Lubbock ranks as the 11th largest city in Texas, and is a great stop if you're traveling through West Texas – to or from Amarillo, or headed elsewhere in the wide-sweeping southern Great Plains. No matter the reason you find yourself visiting Lubbock, never fear...
